2015 BMW R1200 GS Suspension Problems
- Complaints
- 3about this part
- Share
- 30%of 10 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 13,100miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 3 complaints about the suspension of the 2015 BMW R1200 GS, 30% of the 10 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 13,100 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.
“Bmw motorcycle recall campaign 17v-438 - front fork. I received a recall notice from Bmw in august 2017 and sent the motorcycle to the dealer to have the warranty/recall repair conducted. The motorcycle has been at morton's Bmw in fredericksburg, va since 09 september and Bmw has still not sent the dealer the repair parts. I sent Bmw of north america a detailed email on 24 september and they have yet to respond and explain why they will not fix my motorcycle within a reasonable period of time.”
NHTSA complaint #11030033, filed 2017-09, 5,000 miles“Control buttons on left handlebar failing affecting cruise control, suspension settings, and ride mode which affects engine performance. Button failures occur just outside of warranty and when motorcycle is in operation and suspension and engine control systems are operational.”
NHTSA complaint #11100023, filed 2018-06, 21,200 miles“The contact owns a 2015 Bmw R1200 GS. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 17v438000 (suspension) however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. An unknown Bmw dealer of manhattan, new york was made aware of the recall and stated that the parts were unavailable. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Part distribution disconnect. The VIN was not available.”
NHTSA complaint #11021750, filed 2017-09Related recalls
- 17V438000Jul 10, 2017BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2014-2017 BMW R1200GS and BMW R1200GS Adventure motorcycles. The motorcycle fixed fork tube may separate…Covers: BMW R1200 GS 2014–2017, R1200 GS Adventure 2014–2017
Related service bulletins
- 10149205Oct 1, 2014It is not possible to calibrate the ESA suspension strut.
- 10147996Jan 1, 2014ESA spring strut cannot be calibrated / additional models added
- 10147963Jan 1, 2014The rear SAF (Dynamic ESA) spring strut is able to twist by a few degrees.
Suspension: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 5 | 42% |
| 2015 | 3 | 30% |
| 2014 | 4 | 29% |
| 2013 | 1 | 8% |
| 2012 | 1 | 10% |
| 2011 | 1 | 14% |
| 2009 | 2 | 7% |
| 2008 | 1 | 3% |
| 2007 | 1 | 2% |
| 2006 | 1 | 11% |
| 2005 | 1 | 2% |
Other parts of the 2015 BMW R1200 GS
4 complaintsVehicle speed control
2 complaintsElectrical system
1 complaintsElectronic stability control
1 complaintsEngine
1 complaintsSteering
1 complaintsWheels
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2015 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.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology