MYRModel Year Report

2007 BMW R1200 GS Adventure

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2007 BMW R1200 GS Adventure
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:58:05.532Z

Only 16 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 16 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
16

Too few to rank

Recalls
2

Campaigns on file for 2007

Investigations
2

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
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Complaints per year

2006: 2 complaints 2007: 16 complaints 2007 16 2008: 13 complaints 2009: 0 complaints 2010: 1 complaint 2010 2011: 0 complaints 2015: 4 complaints 2015 2016: 0 complaints 2017: 3 complaints 2017 2018: 1 complaint
2006: 2 complaints 2006 2007: 16 complaints 2007 16 2008: 13 complaints 2008 2009: 0 complaints 2009 2010: 1 complaint 2010 2011: 0 complaints 2011 2015: 4 complaints 2015 2016: 0 complaints 2016 2017: 3 complaints 2017 2018: 1 complaint 2018
2006: 2 complaints 2006 2007: 16 complaints 2007 16 2008: 13 complaints 2008 2009: 0 complaints 2009 2010: 1 complaint 2010 2011: 0 complaints 2011 2015: 4 complaints 2015 2016: 0 complaints 2016 2017: 3 complaints 2017 2018: 1 complaint 2018

2007: 16 complaints

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YearComplaints
20062
200716
200813
20090
20101
20110
20154
20160
20173
20181

Known problem areas

Only 16 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Fuel/propulsion system

6 of 16 total reports mention: fuel/propulsion system.

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The fuel pump flange cracked and fuel sprayed all over me covering the motorcycle and myself with gasoline. The motorcycle was in motion and I was not able to stop immediately. I was driving to work on a highway and a side street.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-07-24

Despite a completed recall for the fuel pump flange, cracks in the fuel pump developed and LED to the flange snapping completely into two pieces while under pressure.

NHTSA ODI report, 2019-07-14

Prior recall campaign 13V-617 for faulty fuel pumps was performed in 2014. Fuel pump has started leaking in the exact same manner that triggered the initial recall. Vehicle is leaking fuel from the same part.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-09-20

Fuel system, gasoline

5 of 16 total reports mention: fuel system, gasoline, most commonly citing fuel pump.

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On October 3, 2009, while riding my 2007 BMW R1200GS adventure, the engine stopped while I was driving in traffic on a state highway hear my home forcing me to pull off onto a very narrow shoulder (Western nc, mountain roads) and stop with traffic...

NHTSA ODI report, 2009-10-05

Service brakes

2 of 16 total reports mention: service brakes.

Power train

2 of 16 total reports mention: power train.

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Vibration felt which worsened under power and diminished when power was reduced. Pulled off the road and noted smoke and odor from front drive shaft u-joint area.

NHTSA ODI report, 2013-08-25

Tires

1 of 16 total reports mentions: tires.

Safety timeline

2 recalls · 2 investigations · oldest first

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  1. I
    2012-11-16Preliminary evaluationClosed 2013-07-22 Fuel Leak - Motorcycle
  2. I
    2013-07-12Engineering analysisClosed 2014-01-31 Fuel Leak - Motorycle
  3. R
    2017-10-25Exterior lighting17E052000 BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain accessory turn signals manufactured for 2006-2017 R1200GS, 2007-2008 and 2010-2017 R1200GS Adventure, 2017 F700GS and F800GS, 2013-2017 F800GT, 2015-2016 F800R, 2014-2017 F800GS Adventure,...

    Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the turn signals, free of charge. The recall began October 25, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  4. R
    2021-01-18Fuel system, gasoline20V471000 BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2009-2011 K1300 (S, GT), 2010-2011 S1000 RR, 2005-2011 R1200 (GS, GS Adventure, R, RT, S, ST), 2006-2010 HP2 (Enduro, Megamoto, Sport), 2005-2008 K1200 (R, R Sport, S, GT), and 2012 K1600 (GT,...

    Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump(s) with an improved version, free of charge. The recall began January 18, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

2007 BMW R1200 GS Adventure — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Fuel/propulsion system: 6 reports on file for this year.
  • Fuel system, gasoline: 5 reports on file for this year.
  • Service brakes: 2 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 17E052000 · Exterior lighting
  • Recall 20V471000 · Fuel system, gasoline
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FAQ

Is the 2007 BMW R1200 GS Adventure 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 R1200 GS Adventure?
The most-reported component is fuel/propulsion system, accounting for 38% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2007 BMW R1200 GS Adventure 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.