MYRModel Year Report

2006 BMW R1200 GS

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2006 BMW R1200 GS
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:56:53.903Z

Only 4 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 4 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
4

Too few to rank

Recalls
8

Campaigns on file for 2006

Investigations
2

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

2004: 4 complaints 2004 2005: 37 complaints 2006: 4 complaints 2006 4 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 2006: 4 complaints 2006 4 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 2006: 4 complaints 2006 4 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

2006: 4 complaints

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

Known problem areas

Only 4 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Fuel/propulsion system

3 of 4 total reports mention: fuel/propulsion system.

Show complaint excerpts

Smell of gasoline while riding. Discoverd fuel leak from cracks in plastic flange where fuel line attaches to fuel tank. Found out this is a common failure. New models have a updated part.

NHTSA ODI report, 2013-04-13

While riding the vehicle on September 11, 2012 I noticed a strong fuel smell. When I arrived at my destination my left pant leg was soaked in fuel.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-09-12

Fuel pump flange is cracked, allowing 40PSI of fuel pressure to stream out of tank. Great risk of fire as fuel lands directly on exhaust. There was only no fire because I noticed the lead and subsequent puddle of fuel before bike/pipes got hot.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-09-09

Service brakes

1 of 4 total reports mentions: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.

Safety timeline

8 recalls · 2 investigations · oldest first

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    2006-04-20Power train06V104000 On certain motorcycles, the clutch components could become loose while the motorcycle is being operated.

    Remedy: Dealers will install new clutch components free of charge. All motorcycles are located at dealers. No motorcycles have been sold to customers.

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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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    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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    2007-01-12Tires06V486000 On certain motorcycles, the tire inflation valve hole in the rim of the cross-spoke wheel which is equipped with the optional tire pressure monitoring system (Tpm) was incorrectly manufactured. A…

    Remedy: Dealers will temporarily deactivate the tpm system, remove the corresponding valves and integral tpm sensors, and then replace them with standard valves. When a permanent repair is available…

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    2008-08-01Service brakes, hydraulic08V254000 BMW is recalling 4,922 my 2007-2008 R1200R, my 2006-2007 R1200 GS, my 2007 R1200 ST, and my 2008 R1200 GS Adventure motorcycles. Due to the current routing of the front brake lines, it is possible…

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect and install new brake lines with a modified routing free of charge. The recall began during August 2008. Owners may contact BMW at 1-800-831-1117.

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    2009-11-09Fuel system, gasoline09V319000 BMW is recalling certain model year 2006 through 2008 R1200 GS motorcycles manufactured between August 2006 and January 2008. The sealing of the fuel pump control unit housing might be insufficient…

    Remedy: BMW will notify owners and replace the fuel pump control unit free of charge. The safety recall began on November 9, 2009. Owners may contact BMW at 1-800-831-1117.

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

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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

2006 BMW R1200 GS — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Fuel/propulsion system: 3 reports on file for this year.
  • Service brakes: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 06V104000 · Power train
  • Recall 06V134000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
  • Recall 06V164000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
  • Recall 06V486000 · Tires
  • Recall 08V254000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
  • Recall 09V319000 · Fuel system, gasoline
  • Recall 17E052000 · Exterior lighting
  • Recall 20V471000 · Fuel system, gasoline
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FAQ

Is the 2006 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 2006 BMW R1200 GS?
The most-reported component is fuel/propulsion system, accounting for 75% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2006 BMW R1200 GS have?
8 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.