MYRModel Year Report

2007 BMW R 1200 RT

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2007 BMW R 1200 RT
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:45:36.804Z

Only 21 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 21 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
21

Too few to rank

Recalls
3

Campaigns on file for 2007

Investigations
2

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

2004: 1 complaint 2004 2005: 10 complaints 2006: 17 complaints 2007: 21 complaints 2007 21 2008: 9 complaints 2009: 23 complaints 2010: 5 complaints 2010 2011: 10 complaints 2012: 11 complaints 2012 2013: 6 complaints 2014: 6 complaints 2014 2015: 2 complaints 2016: 1 complaint 2016
2004: 1 complaint 2004 2005: 10 complaints 2005 2006: 17 complaints 2006 2007: 21 complaints 2007 21 2008: 9 complaints 2008 2009: 23 complaints 2009 2010: 5 complaints 2010 2011: 10 complaints 2011 2012: 11 complaints 2012 2013: 6 complaints 2013 2014: 6 complaints 2014 2015: 2 complaints 2015 2016: 1 complaint 2016
2004: 1 complaint 2004 2005: 10 complaints 2005 2006: 17 complaints 2006 2007: 21 complaints 2007 21 2008: 9 complaints 2008 2009: 23 complaints 2009 2010: 5 complaints 2010 2011: 10 complaints 2011 2012: 11 complaints 2012 2013: 6 complaints 2013 2014: 6 complaints 2014 2015: 2 complaints 2015 2016: 1 complaint 2016

2007: 21 complaints

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YearComplaints
20041
200510
200617
200721
20089
200923
20105
201110
201211
20136
20146
20152
20161

Known problem areas

Only 21 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Fuel/propulsion system

9 of 21 total reports mention: fuel/propulsion system.

Show complaint excerpts

A fuel leak around at the fuel pump flange. Leaking around the support ring installed by the previous remedy. I contacted a dealer several times, but they have been unable to remedy due to no parts since April 2021.

NHTSA ODI report, 2021-06-12

Tl* the contact owns 2007 BMW R1200RT motorcycle. The contact stated there was a crack in the fuel pump causing the fuel to leak. When routine service was done on the vehicle when the mechanic noticed the fuel leak.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-11-20

Vehicle ran out of fuel, while fuel indicator showed there was 1/4 tank left.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-08-28

Fuel system, gasoline

6 of 21 total reports mention: fuel system, gasoline.

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Fuel gauge read 3/4 tank of gas and vehicle fuel tank was empty - had to walk home.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-04-01

Service brakes

4 of 21 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.

Power train

3 of 21 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing driveline.

Show complaint excerpts

2007 BMW R1200RT motorcycle with 34,900 miles on the odometer.

NHTSA ODI report, 2010-07-24

Also filed under Wheels

Wheels

1 of 21 total reports mentions: wheels.

Safety timeline

3 recalls · 2 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    2010-09-20Service brakes, hydraulic10V276000 BMW is recalling certain model year 2007 through 2009 r 1200 and k 1200 series motorcycles manufactured from August 2006 through May 2009. Due to the current routing of the front brake lines, it is…

    Remedy: BMW will notify owners and dealers will install new brake lines, containing a "Sleeve" Along a portion of the lines free of charge. The safety recall began on September 20, 2010. Owners may…

    Check if this car was fixed →

  2. I
    2012-11-16Preliminary evaluationClosed 2013-07-22 Fuel Leak - Motorcycle
  3. I
    2013-07-12Engineering analysisClosed 2014-01-31 Fuel Leak - Motorycle
  4. R
    2014-04-16Fuel system, gasoline13V617000 BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2005-2011 model year R-model motorcycles, model year 2005-2012 K-model motorcycles, model year 2010-2011 S 1000 model motorcycles, and…

    Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will either reinforce the fuel pump flange or replace the pump, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on April 16, 2014. Owners may contact BMW…

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  5. R
    2015-05-07Wheels15V141000 BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2005-2010 R1200GS and R1200RT, 2006-2010 R1200GS Adventure, 2007-2010 R1200R, 2007 R1200S and K1200R Sport, 2005-2007 R1200ST, 2008-2009 HP2 Megamoto, 2006 HP2 Enduro, 2008-2010 HP2...

    Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the existing aluminum rear wheel flange with a steel one, free of charge. The recall began on May 7, 2015. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

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Buy-smart checklist

2007 BMW R 1200 RT — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Fuel/propulsion system: 9 reports on file for this year.
  • Fuel system, gasoline: 6 reports on file for this year.
  • Service brakes: 4 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 10V276000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
  • Recall 13V617000 · Fuel system, gasoline
  • Recall 15V141000 · Wheels
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2007 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 2007 BMW R 1200 RT?
The most-reported component is fuel/propulsion system, accounting for 43% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2007 BMW R 1200 RT have?
3 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.