2009 BMW R1200 GS Fuel system Problems
- Complaints
- 20about this part
- Share
- 67%of 30 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 10,700miles
- Trend
- RisingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 20 complaints about the fuel system of the 2009 BMW R1200 GS, 67% of the 30 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 10,700 miles. 3 a fire, according to the filers. 2 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.
“I was driving my motorcycle when I noticed a gas leak coming from the fitting where the fuel line goes into the fuel pump on the left side of the gas tank. This caused gas to drip directly onto the left side exhaust manifold, which could cause a fire. In the past I had an issue with the plastic quick release fuel line cracking where it screwed into the fuel pump (same location) and dripping gas directly onto the left exhaust manifold when riding it. I replaced the plastic quick release fuel fitting with a metal one from the same manufacturer to correct the issue. …”
NHTSA complaint #11173602, filed 2019-02, 10,700 miles“I was accelerating on the on-ramp to merge in to the slow lane with heavy traffic on the 80 north bound heading home. I had just shifted the motorcycle in to 3rd gear when it lost all power and started slowing down. The next exit was not available to reach safely and my only option was to coast into the side emergency lane. As I was investigating the issue a small plastic pulley form the left side throttle-body fell to the ground. I'm currently contacting Bmw motorcycles as this was a serious safety issue that put me in harms way. …”
NHTSA complaint #11003565, filed 2017-07, 28,650 miles“Fuel gauge suddenly failed and gave inaccurate reading. I have had the fuel gauge replaced 4 times, most recently less than one month ago, always by a Bmw dealer. That most recent gauge, installed 6/7/2014 by the dealer, failed completely, without warning, on 7/3/14 after less than 250 miles. The fuel gauge failure can lead to sudden unexpected loss of power, if the gauge indicates fuel remaining, while in fact the tank is empty. I am astonished the government has not ordered Bmw to find a reliable fix this. …”
NHTSA complaint #10608335, filed 2014-07, 22,520 miles“The fuel pump flange connection is cracked and leaking fuel. There are multiple pictures videos and threads regarding recalls for the exact same fuel leak that I am experiencing on the internet. However when I called Bmw of north america they tell me that my motorcycle is not included in the recall. Clearly this type of fuel leak represents a fire hazard and direct life safety issue. My question is how can my particular motorcycle be excluded from this well publicized Bmw recall situation ?? Fortunately I discovered the fuel leak in my garage and not while going 70 MPH down the interstate”
NHTSA complaint #11083669, filed 2018-04, 23,000 miles“Fuel gauge on my 2009 Bmw r1200gs motorcycle was showing I had approximately 1/3 of a tank of fuel when I ran out of gas. I was traveling on a freeway during rush hour traffic. I was only going about 15mph when this happened but was forced to get off the bike and push it to the fast lane shoulder. I was able to get the bike restarted by leaning it over as far as I could to the left which let some additional fuel go from the right to the left side of the tank. I feel this was a very dangerous situation. …”
NHTSA complaint #10396871, filed 2011-04, 6,200 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
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…
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 2009 BMW R1200 GS
6 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
6 complaintsEngine
2 complaintsSuspension
2 complaintsEquipment
1 complaintsVehicle speed control
1 complaintsWheels
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2009 BMW R1200 GS
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Nov 1, 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