MYRModel Year Report

2002 BMW R1200C

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2002 BMW R1200C
RENDERED 2026-08-02T10:43:58.100Z

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.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, BMW R1200C Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2002 highlighted. 1998: 14 complaints 1998 1999: 4 complaints 1999 2000: 4 complaints 2000 2001: 3 complaints 2001 2002: 5 complaints 2002 2003: 13 complaints 2003
2002: 5 complaints
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YearComplaints
199814
19994
20004
20013
20025
200313

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 5 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

SEATS

3 of 5 total reports mention: seats.

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WHILE RIDING BACKREST FELL OFF.*AK

NHTSA ODI report, 20020710

WHILE RIDING, BACK REST FELL OFF.*AK *YH

NHTSA ODI report, 20020710

WHILE RIDING BACK REST FELL OFF.*AK OUTSIDE SCOPE OF RECALL_ID 11776 (00V-289)

NHTSA ODI report, 20020710

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

1 of 5 total reports mentions: service brakes, hydraulic.

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I OWN A 2002 BMW R1200C THAT HAD ABOUT 5500 MILES ON IT BEFORE THE FOLLOWING FAILURE; THE BEARING ON THE END OF THE CLUTCH SLAVE CYLINDER PISTON FAILED, SPINNING THE SLAVE CYLINDER PISTON IN IT'S BORE, BURNED THE BRAKE FLUID AND BLED ALUMINUM...

NHTSA ODI report, 20040428

POWER TRAIN

1 of 5 total reports mentions: power train.

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I OWN A 2002 BMW R1200C THAT HAD ABOUT 5500 MILES ON IT BEFORE THE FOLLOWING FAILURE; THE BEARING ON THE END OF THE CLUTCH SLAVE CYLINDER PISTON FAILED, SPINNING THE SLAVE CYLINDER PISTON IN IT'S BORE, BURNED THE BRAKE FLUID AND BLED ALUMINUM...

NHTSA ODI report, 20040428

POWER TRAIN

1 of 5 total reports mentions: power train.

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MY FINAL DRIVE HAD A CATASTROPHIC FAILURE AT 29,963 MILES ON 12/18/08. IT WAS DETERMINED THAT THE CROWN GEAR OR BEARINGS DETERIORATED, CHEWED UP THE SEALS, AND CAUSED GEAR OIL TO LEAK ONTO MY REAR WHEEL.

NHTSA ODI report, 20120203

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

I 20031201 — PE (closed 20040123)

FUEL LINE LEAKAGE

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2002 BMW R1200C — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for seats issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for power train issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2002 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 2002 BMW R1200C?

The most-reported component is seats:front assembly:recliner, accounting for 60% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2002 BMW R1200C have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.