2013 BMW R1200 GS Fuel system Problems

“In june 2014 my motorcycle wouldn't start. I towed the motorcycle to the local Bmw dealership. They had informed me that my gasoline was stale. I had not ridden the motorcycle for about 3 months. They replaced the fuel pump under warranty. They suggested that I purchase fuel stabilizer if I do not intend to ride it regularly. I purchased the fuel stabilizer and then rode the bike monthly for the next few months. Last weekend it would not start again. I towed the bike to the dealer where they again claimed the bike had stale gasoline. …”

“After about 20-30 minutes of riding the bike at highway speeds, this motorcycle's fuel system starts to have trouble idling. For example, after the engine is hot the bike seems have problems idling properly. For example, while slowing for lights and traffic control systems, the bike has a tenancy to stall. This motorcycle intermittently stalls when the motor is warm and the while breaking after down-shifting quickly. It happened over 20 times in the last year. The bike stalls in both cold weather and in hot weather. However, it appears to stall more in hot weather. …”

“Riding at freeway speeds fuel system is spilling out fuel down both sides of the engine. I smelled strong fuel smell while riding but was unable to stop until almost home. At home inspected bike and discovered leak even while at idle but have not dug in to identify exact leak location. having it trailered into BWM repair facility when appointment available. I do not see a recall for my make year and model of 1200 GS but it does fall in the years listed as a concern?”

“The contact owns a 2013 BMW R 1200. The contact received a notification for NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V060000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that while driving at 60 MPH, the fuel pump failed and leaked fuel all over the motorcycle and onto the contact. The contact was able pull the motorcycle off the highway and with the assistance of his son; the motorcycle was loaded onto a trailer and taken to a dealer. The dealer was notified about the failure and confirmed that parts were not yet available. …”