MYRModel Year Report

2000 BMW R1200C

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2000 BMW R1200C
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:54:36.967Z

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
1

Campaigns on file for 2000

Investigations
1

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1998: 14 complaints 1998 1999: 4 complaints 1999 2000: 4 complaints 2000 4 2001: 3 complaints 2001 2002: 5 complaints 2002 2003: 13 complaints 2003
1998: 14 complaints 1998 1999: 4 complaints 1999 2000: 4 complaints 2000 4 2001: 3 complaints 2001 2002: 5 complaints 2002 2003: 13 complaints 2003
1998: 14 complaints 1998 1999: 4 complaints 1999 2000: 4 complaints 2000 4 2001: 3 complaints 2001 2002: 5 complaints 2002 2003: 13 complaints 2003

2000: 4 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
199814
19994
20004
20013
20025
200313

Known problem areas

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

Service brakes

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

Power train

1 of 4 total reports mentions: power train.

Show complaint excerpts

I was proceeding southbound on us hwy 17 south of orange park, fl, when I observed that the ABS warning lights were blinking, indicating a brake failure.

NHTSA ODI report, 2011-01-06

Also filed under Service brakes, hydraulic

Exterior lighting

1 of 4 total reports mentions: exterior lighting, most commonly citing turn signal.

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The right rear turn signal housing broke and the signal failed without warning or any clear cause. Had to replace it and do not have the old part.

NHTSA ODI report, 2004-08-09

Engine and engine cooling

1 of 4 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe.

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Consumer states exhaust pipes are positioned below foot pegs so that when you come to a stop and put feet down, it's very likely that pant leg will at least brush up against pipe, consumer has ruined clothes because of this, BMW does not feel this...

NHTSA ODI report, 2001-03-27

Safety timeline

1 recall · 1 investigation · oldest first

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  1. R
    2001-01-24Seats00V289000 Vehicle description: motorcycles. The seat backrest can be adjusted to two positions, horizontal or vertical. In the horizontal position, the backrest acts as a seat cushion for a rear passenger.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the backrest with one containing the original-design mounting bracket.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  2. I
    2003-12-01Preliminary evaluationClosed 2004-01-23 Fuel line leakage

Buy-smart checklist

2000 BMW R1200C — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Service brakes: 1 report on file for this year.
  • Power train: 1 report on file for this year.
  • Exterior lighting: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 00V289000 · Seats
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2000 BMW R1200C 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 2000 BMW R1200C?
The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 25% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2000 BMW R1200C have?
1 recall on file for this model year.

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