2002 BMW R Series Fuel system Problems
- Complaints
- 3about this part
- Share
- 38%of 8 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 13,350miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 3 complaints about the fuel system of the 2002 BMW R Series, 38% of the 8 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 13,350 miles. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Quick disconnect fuel line fitting failure (fractured for no special reason while riding motorcycle) was not damaged or misused in any way. Gasoline was spilling onto hot catalytic converter, but no fire.”
NHTSA complaint #10163423, filed 2006-07, 6,100 miles“The contact owns a 2002 Bmw r1150rt motorcycle. While driving approximately 70 MPH, the contact noticed fuel was leaking from the connecting sleeve to the fluid line. In addition, fuel began leaking onto the hot cylinder. This was the second instance of the failure. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing or repairs. The failure mileage was 20,600 and the current mileage is 25,300. Updated 10/21/10. Updated 10/26/10”
NHTSA complaint #10346910, filed 2010-08, 20,600 miles“2002 Bmw r1150r fuel leak problem/ fuel line recall. The consumer stated the motorcycle developed a fuel leak during operation that resulted in gasoline being sprayed onto the engine block as well as the consumer leg. The consumer had the motorcycle towed and upon inspection, the consumer was informed that the male end of one of the quick disconnects on the fuel had cracked. The consumer had recall 04v028000 perform on the motorcycle in 2004. The repair work was covered under warranty, however the consumer is requesting reimbursement of the towing charges he incurred.”
NHTSA complaint #10135594, filed 2005-08Related recalls
- 04V028000Jan 15, 2004On certain motorcycles, the o-ring in fuel line quick-disconnect coupling could become damaged and lead to a fuel leak. There is also a problem involving…Covers: BMW R Series 2000–2002, 2004, K Series 2001–2004
Related service bulletins
- 10033130Dec 1, 2009Bmw vehicles: fuel level sensor repairs. Where it is necessary to replace the right or the left side fuel level sensor due to a failure, the entire pump and housing or delivery…
- 10030825Nov 1, 2007Bmw motorcycle: engine fuels containing ethanol. Bmw motorrad has no objection to the use of si engine fuels containing up to a maximum of 10% ethanol and imposes no warranty…
Fuel system: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2002 | 3 | 38% |
Other parts of the 2002 BMW R Series
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About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology