MYRModel Year Report

2018 BMW R1200 RT

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2018 BMW R1200 RT
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:45:11.038Z

Only 2 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 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
2

Too few to rank

Recalls
0

None on file

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

2005: 22 complaints 2005 2006: 37 complaints 2007: 31 complaints 2007 2008: 23 complaints 2009: 13 complaints 2009 2010: 4 complaints 2011: 10 complaints 2011 2015: 1 complaint 2017: 2 complaints 2018: 2 complaints 2018 2
2005: 22 complaints 2005 2006: 37 complaints 2006 2007: 31 complaints 2007 2008: 23 complaints 2008 2009: 13 complaints 2009 2010: 4 complaints 2010 2011: 10 complaints 2011 2015: 1 complaint 2015 2017: 2 complaints 2017 2018: 2 complaints 2018 2
2005: 22 complaints 2005 2006: 37 complaints 2006 2007: 31 complaints 2007 2008: 23 complaints 2008 2009: 13 complaints 2009 2010: 4 complaints 2010 2011: 10 complaints 2011 2015: 1 complaint 2015 2017: 2 complaints 2017 2018: 2 complaints 2018 2

2018: 2 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
200522
200637
200731
200823
200913
20104
201110
20151
20172
20182

Known problem areas

Only 2 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Engine

2 of 2 total reports mention: engine.

Show complaint excerpts

Motorcycle stops randomly and goes into Limp Mode . BMW dealer does not seem to be able to fix . This has happened several times on the freeway . very dangerous .

NHTSA ODI report, 2025-04-20

The contact owns a 2018 BMW R1200 RT. The contact stated while riding approximately 50 mph, the motorcycle went into a limp mode which resulted in the motorcycle losing power. The motorcycle required a restart to regain functionality.

NHTSA ODI report, 2021-08-11

Also filed under Power train

Power train

1 of 2 total reports mentions: power train.

Safety timeline

No recalls on file for this model year.

0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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Buy-smart checklist

2018 BMW R1200 RT — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Engine: 2 reports on file for this year.
  • Power train: 1 report on file for this year.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2018 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 2018 BMW R1200 RT?
The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2018 BMW R1200 RT have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.