2004 BMW R 1200 RT
Only 1 complaint 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 1 complaint on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 1
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2004: 1 complaint
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2004 | 1 |
| 2005 | 10 |
| 2006 | 17 |
| 2007 | 21 |
| 2008 | 9 |
| 2009 | 23 |
| 2010 | 5 |
| 2011 | 10 |
| 2012 | 11 |
| 2013 | 6 |
| 2014 | 6 |
| 2015 | 2 |
| 2016 | 1 |
Known problem areas
Only 1 complaint on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Vehicle speed control
1 of 1 total report mentions: vehicle speed control.
Show complaint excerpts
2004 R1150R motorcycle with only 2400 miles on it. Throttle stuck going into a sharp turn. Handle moved but engine speed did not decrease. I sustained major injuries (Back broken in two places and 5 broken ribs) and the bike was totalled.
NHTSA ODI report, 2006-08-27
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
2004 BMW R 1200 RT — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Vehicle speed control: 1 report on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 2004 BMW R 1200 RT 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 2004 BMW R 1200 RT?
- The most-reported component is vehicle speed control, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2004 BMW R 1200 RT have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.