2014 BMW R1200 RT Problems
- Complaints
- 6filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 5,142miles, 4 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 31 do-not-drive
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2014 BMW R1200 RT (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 6 consumer complaints for the 2014 BMW R1200 RT. The part named most often is fuel system, with 2 complaints (33% of the total), followed by suspension (2) and electrical system (1). 4 of the complaints include a mileage, and 100% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 5,142 miles. NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns (1 marked do-not-drive) and 37 technical service bulletins for this model year. Fuel system complaints overlap with 1 recall campaign covering the fuel pump filed under the same part. Suspension complaints overlap with 1 recall campaign and 3 technical service bulletins filed under the same part.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Fuel system2 33%
- Suspension2 33%
- Electrical system1 17%
- Engine1 17%
- Other or unknown1 17%
Example complaints
Fuel system: “I bought this new and I have always smelled gas especilly after a fill up. I recently had to apply the brakes very hard while travelling down the highway and fuel came out through the gas cap even though the gas cap was properly secured.”
NHTSA complaint #11397504, filed 2021-02, 9,000 milesSuspension: “6/11 receive email from Bmw advising stop ride . 6/23 receive email from Bmw advising of 4 remedies. Quickly learn that dealership cannot perform loaner bike option and dealer refuses to honor trade-in option. 6/25 I email Bmw advising I am selecting buyback option. 6/26 receive email from Bmw requesting documentation (bill of sale and copy of title). 6/27 received email from Bmw confirming receipt of documentation. I also telephoned customer service (cs) and received verbal confirmation they received documentation. …”
NHTSA complaint #10609193, filed 2014-07, 883 milesElectrical system: “The contact owns a 2014 Bmw R1200 RT motorcycle. The contact stated that while the motorcycle was at the dealer for routine maintenance, a software update was completed to improve the gear shift assistant pro feature. After the software update was performed, the contact was driving approximately 75 MPH before deactivating the cruise control to decrease the speed. The contact indicated that the cruise control would erroneously turn on increasing the speed of the motorcycle. After approximately 120 miles of driving, the motorcycle operated as normal. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. …”
NHTSA complaint #10780727, filed 2015-10, 18,120 milesMileage when problems were reported
100% of the 4 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 1,285 and 9,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Recalls and investigations
- SuspensionCovers: BMW R1200 RT 2014
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2014 R1200 RT motorcycles manufactured November 27, 2013, to May 5, 2014. The affected vehicles have a Dynamic Electronic Suspension Adjustment (ESA) rear shock absorber. The piston rod within…
- 21V060000Feb 8, 2021Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Fuel pumpCovers: BMW R1200 RT 2011–2014, K 1600 GTL 2011–2014, K1300 S 2011–2014 +7 more
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2011-2014 S 1000 RR/R/ HP4, R 1200 GS/GS Adventure/R/RT, K 1300 S, K 1600 GT/GTL/GTL Exclusive and 2014 R nine T motorcycles. The fuel pump, and auxiliary fuel pump in certain models, may crack and leak…
- 17V488000Aug 3, 2017Electrical system › SoftwareCovers: BMW R1200 RT 2014–2017
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2014-2017 R1200RT Police motorcycles. While being used in a special operating mode, the brake lights on these motorcycles may not illuminate when the brakes are applied. As such, these vehicles fail to…
Recall details for the 2014 BMW R1200 RT → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 37 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 10249027Jan 11, 2024Electrical system. The electrical system of BMW vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few years. This has led to increased demands being placed on the battery. This document covers…
- 10248094Dec 13, 2023Transmission and drivetrain. Since October 2023, a new maintenance schedule is valid for all K5x models. For the first time, maintenance positions for the cardan shaft (Driveshaft) are included. NOTICE: 1. The new maintenance…
- 10228448Nov 8, 2022Brakes. BMW Motorrad is aware of a number of cases in which the screw connections of the Paralever link and/or the rear brake caliper have loosened in customer vehicles while driving.
- 10227580Oct 1, 2022Back-over prevention (rear camera). The options in the Reversing Assist Camera menu are greyed out and cannot be adjusted.
- 10218351Jul 28, 2022Transmission and drivetrain. Multiple factors may cause the driveshaft to become damaged; among them are corrosion in certain parts of the driveshaft, and wear and tear exacerbated by certain climatic conditions.
- 10214997May 13, 2022Electrical system. Battery empty despite charger.
- 10204679Sep 3, 2021Electrical system. BMW Motorrad has ascertained that in isolated cases the fuse for the voltage regulator is not correctly secured in the holder by the threaded fasteners.
- 10204672Sep 3, 2021Equipment. BMW Motorrad has ascertained that the threaded fastener of the shift assistant may not have been tightened to the correct torque at the factory.
- 10201170Jul 13, 2021Electrical system. When diagnosing fault codes (0x3A13D7, 0x3A13D9), technicians erroneously condemn the electronic throttle grip, which analyses show is rarely the culprit.
- 10200269Jun 17, 2021Electrical system. The bike does not shut down with a short press of the keyless ride button. The keyless Ride button must be pressed for several seconds to shut the bike down
Other model years of the BMW R1200 RT
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 6 | 5,142 | 3 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2013 | 6 | 28,500 | 1 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2012 | 11 | 20,000 | 1 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2011 | 20 | 26,622 | 3 | — | — | — | Falling |
| 2010 | 9 | 28,050 | 3 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2009 | 36 | 29,422 | 5 | — | — | Not compared (fewer than 3 comparable model years) | Falling |
| 2008 | 32 | 17,000 | 5 | — | — | Not compared (fewer than 3 comparable model years) | Falling |
| 2007 | 52 | 27,456 | 5 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2006 | 54 | 22,500 | 6 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 2005 | 32 | 34,350 | 5 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
All BMW R1200 RT model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2014 BMW R1200 RT have?
NHTSA recorded 6 consumer complaints for the 2014 BMW R1200 RT as of Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2014 BMW R1200 RT is reported most often?
Fuel system is named most often, in 2 complaints (33% of the total), followed by suspension with 2.
Has the 2014 BMW R1200 RT been recalled?
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for this model year, 1 of them with a do-not-drive advisory. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
At what mileage are problems with the 2014 BMW R1200 RT reported?
Among the 4 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 5,142 miles and the middle half falls between 1,285 and 9,000 miles; 100% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.