2007 BMW R1200 GS Fuel system Problems
- Complaints
- 24about this part
- Share
- 57%of 42 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 24,358miles
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 24 complaints about the fuel system of the 2007 BMW R1200 GS, 57% of the 42 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 24,358 miles. 3 recall campaigns on record are filed under a similar system.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“After starting the bike and allowing it to warm up, I noticed a large puddle forming under the front of the bike. Upon closer inspection I found the fuel line quick connect to the fuel pump had split and spraying fuel when under pressure. This was dripping down onto the hot header.”
NHTSA complaint #11309054, filed 2020-02, 11,000 miles“Noticed the smell of gasoline while riding. Took the motorcycle the Bmw dealership the next day and they found cracking in the top flange of the fuel pump assembly. The motorcycle only has 12000 miles on it. After searching the internet I found this problem is not uncommon on this model. I believe this could be a fire hazard which could result in severe injury or damage.”
NHTSA complaint #10509599, filed 2013-04, 12,000 miles“After riding the vehicle and putting it back in my garage, I could smell a strong gasoline odor. On detailed inspection I found gas pooling in the fuel pump flange . This part is located on the upper left hand side of the fuel tank. After cleaning the area, I could see distinct cracks all around the fuel line inlet and gas would continuously seep out of the cracks while the engine was running.”
NHTSA complaint #10542601, filed 2013-09, 20,500 miles“As I was riding the fuel gauge went from showing full to showing empty in less than 10 miles. The fuel gauge continued to show that the gas tank was empty even after subsequent fill ups. Bmw refused to fix the faulty gauge or fuel strip as my bike was 38 months old even though this is a know problem with Bmw motorcycles. This problem I feel is a safety hazard as it may cause the bike to run out of gas without any warning.”
NHTSA complaint #10499988, filed 2013-02, 31,400 miles“I have detected the smell of raw gas coming from the driver's side of my motorcycle. I removed the side cover and tank shroud to discover that the plastic flange that connects the fuel pump to the fuel line has cracked and is leaking a fine mist of fuel out into the atmosphere and at worst case onto the left cylinder of the motorcycle. It seems that this is a problem prevalent to these motorcycles and could cause the vehicle to burst into flames if left unattended.”
NHTSA complaint #10492118, filed 2013-01, 34,455 milesRelated recalls
- 20V471000Aug 10, 2020BMW 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…Covers: BMW R1200 GS 2005–2011, R1200 RT 2005–2011, R1200 GS Adventure 2005–2011 +13 more
- 13V617000Dec 12, 2013BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2005-2011 model year R-model motorcycles, model year 2005-2012 K-model motorcycles, model year…Covers: BMW R1200 GS 2005–2011, R1200 RT 2005–2011, R1200 GS Adventure 2006–2011 +12 more
- 09V319000Aug 7, 2009Bmw is recalling certain model year 2006 through 2008 r1200 gs motorcycles manufactured between august 2006 and january 2008. The sealing of the fuel pump…Covers: BMW R1200 GS 2006–2008
Related service bulletins
- 10245433Nov 13, 2023BMW Motorrad USA has become aware of a potential durability issue with the film type fuel level sender âÂÂFuel Stripâ equipped on certain model year 2005 to 2013 R and K…
- 10056106Jun 1, 2014Bmw mc: see document search button for owner letter. Information provided regarding the warranty extension, with out mileage limitations, to 12 years due to a potential…
- 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 1 | 8% |
| 2014 | 1 | 7% |
| 2013 | 6 | 50% |
| 2012 | 5 | 50% |
| 2011 | 3 | 43% |
| 2010 | 6 | 75% |
| 2009 | 20 | 67% |
| 2008 | 24 | 75% |
| 2007 | 24 | 57% |
| 2006 | 6 | 67% |
| 2005 | 20 | 39% |
Other parts of the 2007 BMW R1200 GS
10 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
4 complaintsEngine
3 complaintsAir bags
1 complaintsElectrical system
1 complaintsExterior lighting
1 complaintsOther or unknown
1 complaintsBody and structure
1 complaintsSuspension
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2007 BMW R1200 GS
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.
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