2005–2012 BMW K1200 GT, HP2 Sport, K1200 S and more recall: Fuel system, gasoline: delivery, fuel pump
Recall at a glance
- Campaign number
- 20V471000
- Reported
- August 10, 2020
- Manufacturer
- BMW of North America, LLC
- Part
- Fuel system, gasoline: delivery, fuel pump
- Vehicles affected
- About 16,926
What is wrong
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, GTL) motorcycles that were repaired under recall 13V-617 with the support ring remedy and where the fuel pump was not replaced at a later date. This recall involves the fuel pump, and also the auxiliary fuel pump as applicable. The affected motorcycles have a fuel pump flange that may crack, possibly resulting in a fuel leak while the engine is running.
Safety risk
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
The fix
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.
Affected models
Model years listed by NHTSA for this campaign. Only vehicles within the build range in the notice are affected.
- BMW HP2 Enduro: 2006
- BMW HP2 Mega Moto US: 2009
- BMW HP2 Megamoto: 2007, 2008, 2009
- BMW HP2 Sport: 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010
- BMW K 1300 GT: 2009, 2010, 2011
- BMW K 1300 S: 2009, 2010, 2011
- BMW K 1600 GT: 2012
- BMW K 1600 Gtl: 2012
- BMW K1200 GT: 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008
- BMW K1200 R: 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008
- BMW K1200 R Sport: 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008
- BMW K1200 S: 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008
- BMW R 1200 GS Adventure: 2005
- BMW R 1200 R: 2009, 2010
- BMW R1200 GS: 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011
- BMW R1200 GS Adventure: 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011
- BMW R1200 HP2: 2006, 2007, 2008
- BMW R1200 R: 2006, 2007, 2008, 2011
- BMW R1200 RT: 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011
- BMW R1200 S: 2006, 2007, 2008
- BMW R1200 ST: 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008
- BMW S1000 RR: 2010, 2011
Notes from the notice
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Frequently asked questions
Which vehicles are affected by this recall?
BMW HP2 Enduro (2006); BMW HP2 Mega Moto US (2009); BMW HP2 Megamoto (2007, 2008, 2009); BMW HP2 Sport (2007, 2008, 2009, 2010); BMW K 1300 GT (2009, 2010, 2011); BMW K 1300 S (2009, 2010, 2011); and more. Check your VIN to confirm.
What is the safety risk?
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
What is the fix?
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.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.