MYRModel Year Report

2012 BMW R 1200 RT

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2012 BMW R 1200 RT
RENDERED 2026-08-02T10:40:51.029Z

Only 11 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 11 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, BMW R 1200 RT Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2012 highlighted. 2004: 1 complaints 2004 2005: 10 complaints 2006: 17 complaints 2006 2007: 21 complaints 2008: 9 complaints 2008 2009: 23 complaints 2010: 4 complaints 2010 2011: 10 complaints 2012: 11 complaints 2012 2013: 6 complaints 2014: 6 complaints 2014 2015: 2 complaints 2016: 1 complaints 2016
2012: 11 complaints
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YearComplaints
20041
200510
200617
200721
20089
200923
20104
201110
201211
20136
20146
20152
20161

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 11 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

2 of 11 total reports mention: fuel/propulsion system.

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WHEN ACCELERATING FROM A STOP THE ENGINE STARTED RUNNING POORLY, HARDLY ANY POWER. I MOVED OVER 3 LANES IN HEAVY TRAFFIC TO THE RIGHT SHOULDER & TURNED THE ENGINE OFF.

NHTSA ODI report, 20201002

FUEL LEAK AT THE FUEL PUMP QUICK DISCONNECT. THE DISCONNECT IS LEAKING AS WELL AS THE FUEL PUMP NECK. IT HAPPENS ONLY WHEN THE IGNITION IS TURNED ON AND THE PUMP COMES ON, PUTTING PRESSURE TO THE FUEL SYSTEM.

NHTSA ODI report, 20190120

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

2 of 11 total reports mention: fuel system, gasoline.

ENGINE

2 of 11 total reports mention: engine.

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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 BMW R1200 RT. THE TOOK THE VEHICLE TO EURO CYCLE BMW LAS VEGAS (6175 W SAHARA AVE B, LAS VEGAS, NV 89146, (702) 454-6269) FOR ROUTINE MAINTENANCE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20190925

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 BMW R1200RT MOTORCYCLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHENEVER STOPPED AND IN FIRST GEAR, THE VEHICLE WOULD STALL. THE VEHICLE WAS ABLE TO BE RESTARTED IMMEDIATELY. THE FAILURE RECURRED AS OFTEN AS ONCE A MONTH.

NHTSA ODI report, 20120709

TIRES

1 of 11 total reports mentions: tires.

STEERING

1 of 11 total reports mentions: steering.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20210317 — fuel system, gasoline

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.

Campaign 21V060000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2012 BMW R 1200 RT — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for fuel/propulsion system issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 21V060000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2012 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 2012 BMW R 1200 RT?

The most-reported component is fuel/propulsion system, accounting for 18% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2012 BMW R 1200 RT have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.