2010 BMW R 1200 RT
Only 5 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 5 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 5
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2010
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2010: 5 complaints
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 5 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Fuel/propulsion system
4 of 5 total reports mention: fuel/propulsion system.
Show complaint excerpts
I own a 2010 BMW R1200RT motorcycle. The motorcycle was subject to BMWâs fuel-pump recall, and the recall repair was performed in 2014.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-08-30
I have a 2010, R1200RT motorcycle that is spraying large amounts of atomized gas out from the top of the plastic fuel pump housing from a hairline crack near the high pressure outlet. The housing is a non wear part.
NHTSA ODI report, 2020-09-19
The fuel gauge misread the actual amount of fuel in my tank causing me to run out of gas at a dangerous intersection.
NHTSA ODI report, 2019-05-28
Power train
1 of 5 total reports mentions: power train.
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As many other BMW owners have experienced, I experienced a failure of the final drive (Rear end). I ended a short trip and became aware of high heat coming from the rear axle.
NHTSA ODI report, 2015-04-09
Electrical system
1 of 5 total reports mentions: electrical system.
Safety timeline
2 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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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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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.
Buy-smart checklist
2010 BMW R 1200 RT — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Fuel/propulsion system: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 1 report on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 13V617000 · Fuel system, gasoline
- Recall 15V141000 · Wheels
FAQ
- Is the 2010 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 2010 BMW R 1200 RT?
- The most-reported component is fuel/propulsion system, accounting for 80% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2010 BMW R 1200 RT 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.