2006 BMW R1200 RT
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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2005 | 22 |
| 2006 | 37 |
| 2007 | 31 |
| 2008 | 23 |
| 2009 | 13 |
| 2010 | 4 |
| 2011 | 10 |
| 2015 | 1 |
| 2017 | 2 |
| 2018 | 2 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
30% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 11 distinct reports on file.
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 BMW R1200 RT. WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THE CONTACT SMELLED FUEL COMING FROM THE FUEL PUMP. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT STOPPED THE VEHICLE AND NOTICED FUEL LEAKING OVER THE ENGINE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20191011
ENGINE BEGAN STALLING FREQUENTLY AT END OF RIDING SEASON (FALL 2011) WHEN THE ENGINE WAS AT ITS NORMAL OPERATING TEMPERATURE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20120525
19% of complaints: power train — 7 distinct reports on file.
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DURING REAR WHEEL BRAKE REPLACEMENT, FOUND CRACK IN ONE BOLT HOLE THAT SECURES REAR WHEEL TO DRIVE FLANGE. CRACK COULD ALLOW BOLT SECURING THE REAR WHEEL TO LOOSEN WHILE DRIVING. *TR
NHTSA ODI report, 20120713
FINAL DRIVE BEARING FAILURE IN 2009, REPLACED BEARING THEN HAD FINAL DRIVE HUB FAILURE AT APPROX12K MILES IN 2011, MAY OF 2012 AGAIN HAVE FINAL DRIVE BEARING FAILURE AT JUST OVER 13K MILES. EACH TIME WAS CAUGHT EARLY AND HAD NO OIL LEAKAGE. *TR
NHTSA ODI report, 20120524
14% of complaints: fuel system, gasoline — 5 distinct reports on file.
8% of complaints: service brakes — 3 distinct reports on file.
5% of complaints: wheels — 2 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
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.
Campaign 06V104000 — check if this car was fixed
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, T
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 BE
Campaign 06V134000 — check if this car was fixed
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 THI
Campaign 06V164000 — check if this car was fixed
Fuel Leak - Motorcycle
Fuel Leak - Motorycle
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.
Campaign 20V471000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2006 BMW R1200 RT — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for fuel/propulsion system issues (11 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (7 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (5 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 06V104000 (power train) has been completed.
- Verify recall 06V134000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
- Verify recall 06V164000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
- Verify recall 20V471000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2006 BMW R1200 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 2006 BMW R1200 RT?
The most-reported component is fuel/propulsion system, accounting for 30% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2006 BMW R1200 RT have?
4 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.