Recall 04V297000: 2005 BMW R1200 GS
- Report received
- Jun 22, 2004
- Manufacturer
- Bayerische motoren werke
- Potentially affected
- 99vehicles
- Model years
- 2005
Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.
What NHTSA recorded
On certain motorcycles, the integral anti-lock brake system (iabs) sensor sealing o-ring connection at the rear axle housing may be damaged. An oil leak may develop.
Possible consequence
If this happens, oil could contact the rear wheel and the rear wheel brake disk, and the rider may not be able to control the motorcycle. A crash could occur.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the rear wheel iabs sensor sealing o-ring. The recall began july 14, 2004. Owners should contact bmw at 1-800-831-1117.
Affected model years
Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.
- 2005 BMW R1200 GS51 complaints
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.