MYRModel Year Report

2005 BMW R1200 GS

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2005 BMW R1200 GS
RENDERED 2026-11-01T11:40:17.603Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet 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.

How is this computed?

Complaints
37
Recalls
7

Campaigns on file for 2005

Investigations
2

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Power train

35% of complaints

Complaints per year

2004: 4 complaints 2005: 37 complaints 2005 37 2006: 4 complaints 2007: 26 complaints 2008: 18 complaints 2008 2009: 18 complaints 2010: 6 complaints 2010 2011: 1 complaint 2013: 5 complaints 2013 2014: 5 complaints 2015: 10 complaints 2015 2016: 12 complaints 2017: 3 complaints 2017 2018: 4 complaints
2004: 4 complaints 2004 2005: 37 complaints 2005 37 2006: 4 complaints 2006 2007: 26 complaints 2007 2008: 18 complaints 2008 2009: 18 complaints 2009 2010: 6 complaints 2010 2011: 1 complaint 2011 2013: 5 complaints 2013 2014: 5 complaints 2014 2015: 10 complaints 2015 2016: 12 complaints 2016 2017: 3 complaints 2017 2018: 4 complaints 2018
2004: 4 complaints 2004 2005: 37 complaints 2005 37 2006: 4 complaints 2006 2007: 26 complaints 2007 2008: 18 complaints 2008 2009: 18 complaints 2009 2010: 6 complaints 2010 2011: 1 complaint 2011 2013: 5 complaints 2013 2014: 5 complaints 2014 2015: 10 complaints 2015 2016: 12 complaints 2016 2017: 3 complaints 2017 2018: 4 complaints 2018

2005: 37 complaints

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YearComplaints
20044
200537
20064
200726
200818
200918
20106
20111
20135
20145
201510
201612
20173
20184

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Power train

35% · 13 reports

Most commonly citing universal joint and driveshaft.

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Tl* the contact owns a 2005 BMW R1200 GS motorcycle. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for inspection where they detected that the drive-line seal was leaking internally.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-09-27

Fuel/propulsion system

30% · 11 reports
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Tl* the contact owns a 2005 BMW R1200 GS. The contact stated that while driving approximately 20 MPH, fuel had leaked from the fuel pump flange and sprayed onto the riders leg and parts of the motorcycle.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-10-31

Service brakes

19% · 7 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic.

CRASHINJURY
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I experienced a 100% no brakes situation coming into a slow speed 90 degree turn on a back road.

NHTSA ODI report, 2015-05-18

Structure

11% · 4 reports

Most commonly citing body and kickstand/center stand.

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Dt*: the contact stated the aftermarket saddle bag installed by the dealership had separated from the motorcycle twice and became airborne. The vehicle was taken to the dealership twice but the problem could not be determined.

NHTSA ODI report, 2006-08-16

Fuel system, gasoline

8% · 3 reports

Most commonly citing fuel pump.

Safety timeline

7 recalls · 2 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    2004-07-14Service brakes, hydraulic04V297000 On certain motorcycles, the integral anti-lock brake system (Iabs) sensor sealing o-ring connection at the rear axle housing may be damaged. An oil leak may develop.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the rear wheel iabs sensor sealing o-ring. The recall began July 14, 2004. Owners should contact BMW at 1-800-831-1117.

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  2. R
    2004-12-15Service brakes, hydraulic04V576000 On certain motorcycles, an adapter in the rear brake line connects a rigid section to a flexible section. If the rigid section is not properly engaged in the adapter, it is possible for a leak to…

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect the rear brake line and adapter. If the inspection reveals that the rigid section of the brake line is not properly engaged in the adapter, then the entire adapter will be…

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  3. R
    2005-05-09Fuel system, gasoline05V082000 On certain motorcycles, the defect involves a water leak around the fuel pump that is integrated within the fuel tank. An o-ring seal attached to the pump's electronic housing does not meet…

    Remedy: Dealers will replace a sealing ring. If the fuel pump electronic unit is corroded, it will be replaced free of charge. The recall began May 9, 2005. Additional my 2005 R1200 GS motorcycles were…

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    2005-05-10Engine and engine cooling05V172000 On certain motorcycles, exposure of the throttle housing to road debris could fall and become caught between the throttle-body and the engine block.

    Remedy: Dealers will install a cover over the throttle-cable pulley free of charge. The recall began on May 10, 2005. Owners may contact BMW at 1-800-831-1117.

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    2006-06-05Service brakes, hydraulic06V134000 On certain motorcycles, if certain procedures are performed that involves removal of the front left brake caliper, the ABS sensor cable can be routed incorrectly and when the caliper is reinstalled…

    Remedy: Dealers will attach additional retaining clips free of charge to the ABS sensor cable, which will provide a more secure connection to the wheel carrier. The recall began on June 5, 2006, and will…

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  6. R
    2006-06-05Service brakes, hydraulic06V164000 On certain motorcycles, under rapid, repeated, and unusually harsh braking, loss of ABS capability could temporarily occur.

    Remedy: Dealers will add a physical restriction, in the form of a banjo bolt with a flow restrictor to the brake line, and on certain models dealers will install new front brake discs of a slightly larger…

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  7. I
    2012-11-16Preliminary evaluationClosed 2013-07-22 Fuel Leak - Motorcycle
  8. I
    2013-07-12Engineering analysisClosed 2014-01-31 Fuel Leak - Motorycle
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    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.

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Buy-smart checklist

2005 BMW R1200 GS — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Power train: 13 reports on file for this year.
  • Fuel/propulsion system: 11 reports on file for this year.
  • Service brakes: 7 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 04V297000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
  • Recall 04V576000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
  • Recall 05V082000 · Fuel system, gasoline
  • Recall 05V172000 · Engine and engine cooling
  • Recall 06V134000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
  • Recall 06V164000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
  • Recall 20V471000 · Fuel system, gasoline
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FAQ

Is the 2005 BMW R1200 GS 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 2005 BMW R1200 GS?
The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 35% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2005 BMW R1200 GS have?
7 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.