2011 BMW R 1200 RT
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.
- Complaints
- 10
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2011
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2011: 10 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 10 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Fuel/propulsion system
6 of 10 total reports mention: fuel/propulsion system.
Show complaint excerpts
This vehicle was subject to a recall under bulletin 16 0114. The issue was a fuel pump which cracked at flanges which leaked fuel onto the hot engine, which could cause safety issues with fire.
NHTSA ODI report, 2025-08-20
Tengo problemas con el fuel pump liquea mucho y tambien con el encendido los calipers se atoran
NHTSA ODI report, 2020-09-14
Spontaneous development of a copious fuel leak after starting bike, subsequently found to be originating from fuel pump around high pressure fitting. Very dangerous scenario, as fuel drips close to hot engine.
NHTSA ODI report, 2020-06-16
Fuel system, gasoline
4 of 10 total reports mention: fuel system, gasoline.
Vehicle speed control
1 of 10 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.
Suspension
1 of 10 total reports mentions: suspension.
Exterior lighting
1 of 10 total reports mentions: exterior lighting.
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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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.
Buy-smart checklist
2011 BMW R 1200 RT — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Fuel/propulsion system: 6 reports on file for this year.
- Fuel system, gasoline: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Vehicle speed control: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 13V617000 · Fuel system, gasoline
- Recall 21V060000 · Fuel system, gasoline
FAQ
- Is the 2011 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 2011 BMW R 1200 RT?
- The most-reported component is fuel/propulsion system, accounting for 60% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2011 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.