MYRModel Year Report

2012 BMW R 1200 GS

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2012 BMW R 1200 GS
RENDERED 2026-11-01T13:44:38.112Z

Only 10 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 10 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
10

Too few to rank

Recalls
2

Campaigns on file for 2012

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

2005: 14 complaints 2005 2006: 5 complaints 2007: 16 complaints 2007 2008: 14 complaints 2009: 12 complaints 2009 2010: 2 complaints 2011: 6 complaints 2012: 10 complaints 2012 10 2013: 6 complaints 2014: 9 complaints
2005: 14 complaints 2005 2006: 5 complaints 2006 2007: 16 complaints 2007 2008: 14 complaints 2008 2009: 12 complaints 2009 2010: 2 complaints 2010 2011: 6 complaints 2011 2012: 10 complaints 2012 10 2013: 6 complaints 2013 2014: 9 complaints 2014
2005: 14 complaints 2005 2006: 5 complaints 2006 2007: 16 complaints 2007 2008: 14 complaints 2008 2009: 12 complaints 2009 2010: 2 complaints 2010 2011: 6 complaints 2011 2012: 10 complaints 2012 10 2013: 6 complaints 2013 2014: 9 complaints 2014

2012: 10 complaints

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YearComplaints
20040
200514
20065
200716
200814
200912
20102
20116
201210
20136
20149

Known problem areas

Only 10 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Fuel/propulsion system

4 of 10 total reports mention: fuel/propulsion system.

Show complaint excerpts

Spray leak from fuel pump, quick connector on the flange broke and had a strong spray of fuel leaking on the hot engine and my clothes, this happend on the freeway while riding at 70MPH. There is a recall on this bikes up to 2011, mine is 2012.

NHTSA ODI report, 2019-01-22

Fuel pump flange has a vertical crack on the inside of the boss, where the threads are.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-09-26

Fuel pump starting leaking while engine is running. This is a known problem for this model, but not for my model year 2012. Obviously, the defect wasn't corrected on my bike, causing a dangerous situation.

NHTSA ODI report, 2017-12-26

Power train

3 of 10 total reports mention: power train.

INJURY
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I was travelling safely in the middle lane at speed limit in heavy interstate traffic. I changed lanes into the fast lane under slight acceleration and the engine lost power completely.

NHTSA ODI report, 2015-08-27

Also filed under Engine and equipment adaptive/mobility

BMW motorrad USA customer relations and services po box 1227 westwood, nj 07675-1227 dear sir: I have recently had a very serious issue with my new 2012 R1200GS adventure.

NHTSA ODI report, 2011-12-13

Also filed under Suspension

Engine

2 of 10 total reports mention: engine.

INJURY

Suspension

1 of 10 total reports mentions: suspension.

Structure

1 of 10 total reports mentions: structure.

Safety timeline

2 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    2017-10-25Exterior lighting17E052000 BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain accessory turn signals manufactured for 2006-2017 R1200GS, 2007-2008 and 2010-2017 R1200GS Adventure, 2017 F700GS and F800GS, 2013-2017 F800GT, 2015-2016 F800R, 2014-2017 F800GS Adventure,...

    Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the turn signals, free of charge. The recall began October 25, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  2. R
    2021-03-17Fuel system, gasoline21V060000 BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2011-2014 S 1000 RR/R/ HP4, R 1200 GS/GS Adventure/R/RT, K 1300 S, K 1600 GT/GTL/GTL Exclusive and 2014 R nine T motorcycles.

    Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began March 17, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

2012 BMW R 1200 GS — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Fuel/propulsion system: 4 reports on file for this year.
  • Power train: 3 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine: 2 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 17E052000 · Exterior lighting
  • Recall 21V060000 · Fuel system, gasoline
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2012 BMW R 1200 GS reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2012 BMW R 1200 GS?
The most-reported component is fuel/propulsion system, accounting for 40% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2012 BMW R 1200 GS have?
2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.