2013 BMW R1200 GS
Only 5 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 5 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 5
- Recalls
- 4
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2013
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2013: 5 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2004 | 4 |
| 2005 | 37 |
| 2006 | 4 |
| 2007 | 26 |
| 2008 | 18 |
| 2009 | 18 |
| 2010 | 6 |
| 2011 | 1 |
| 2013 | 5 |
| 2014 | 5 |
| 2015 | 10 |
| 2016 | 12 |
| 2017 | 3 |
| 2018 | 4 |
Known problem areas
Only 5 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Fuel/propulsion system
3 of 5 total reports mention: fuel/propulsion system.
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Tl* the contact owns a 2013 BMW R1200 GS. While the vehicle was parked outside a fuel station, the contact noticed a fuel leak on the fuel pump. The contact also smelled a fuel odor. There were no warning indicators illuminated.
NHTSA ODI report, 2019-10-18
In June 2014 my motorcycle wouldn't start. I towed the motorcycle to the local BMW dealership. They had informed me that my gasoline was stale. I had not ridden the motorcycle for about 3 months. They replaced the fuel pump under warranty.
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-11-12
After about 20-30 minutes of riding the bike at highway speeds, this motorcycle's fuel system starts to have trouble idling. For example, after the engine is hot the bike seems have problems idling properly.
NHTSA ODI report, 2013-12-07
Vehicle speed control
1 of 5 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.
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The vehicle speedometer malfunctioned and records a speed 20 MPH below actual speed. This LED to both a safety risk due to excessive speed and an inability to accurately comply with the speed limit.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-05-31
Structure
1 of 5 total reports mentions: structure.
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My 2013 BMW R1200GS had a frame failure where the front suspension/handle bars are mounted to. Frame tore at the triple tree mount on a bike used as a commuter for 54K. The bike was at idle on the driveway and fell.
NHTSA ODI report, 2019-06-01
Safety timeline
4 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2013-04-22Suspension13V154000 BMW is recalling certain model year 2013 R1200 GS motorcycles manufactured January 9, 2013, through February 8, 2013. Due to an insufficient torque of a locking bolt, the front fork tube may loosen.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners and dealers will reinforce the affected fork locking bolt connections, free of charge. Owners were notified of the safety recall by telephone on April 22 and April 23, 2013.…
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2014-04-08Electrical system, structure14V065000 BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2013 C 600 Sport, C 650 GT, F 700 GS, F 800 GS, F 800 GS Adventure, F 800 GT, R 1200 R and R1200 GS motorcycles.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the side-stand switch, free of charge. The recall began on April 8, 2014. Owners may contact BMW at 1-800-831-1117.
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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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2018-05-09Equipment, visibility18E016000 BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain Accessory Windscreens, sold for installation on various motorcycles.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the windscreen, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 10, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Buy-smart checklist
2013 BMW R1200 GS — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Fuel/propulsion system: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Vehicle speed control: 1 report on file for this year.
- Structure: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 13V154000 · Suspension
- Recall 14V065000 · Electrical system, structure
- Recall 17E052000 · Exterior lighting
- Recall 18E016000 · Equipment, visibility
FAQ
- Is the 2013 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 2013 BMW R1200 GS?
- The most-reported component is fuel/propulsion system, accounting for 60% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2013 BMW R1200 GS have?
- 4 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.