Complaints over time
Complaints about the 2015 BMW R1200 R peaked in 2015, with 1 filed
Owner complaints about this model year, by the year they were filed with NHTSA.
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. The lighter column runs through October.
Model year
2015 BMW R1200 R
Motorcycle, gasoline, built in Germany. Owner complaints on file from Oct 12, 2015 to Oct 12, 2015.
Recall campaigns covering this model year358k vehicles or units across those campaigns
Owner complaints1Below the median 2015 motorcycle
Severity index0.02015 motorcycles average 12.7
First 24 months1Complaints in its first two years
Components
100% of complaints about the 2015 BMW R1200 R name electrical system
Owner complaints by component. Hover or focus a bar for the crash, fire, injury or death count.
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. A complaint can name more than one component; it is counted under the first.
Recalls
3 recall campaigns cover the 2015 BMW R1200 R
Check a specific vehicle by VIN on NHTSA's site: a campaign may cover only part of a model year's production.
| Campaign | Filed | Subject | Component | Vehicles | Remedy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18E-016 | Mar 21, 2018 | Specifically being recalled is Windscreen model number 8531917, sold for use on model year 2012-2018 F700GS motorcycles, Windscreen model number… | Equipment | 1,571 | Part replacement |
| 17E-052 | Aug 21, 2017 | As designed, these accessory turn signals may be insufficiently visible to other drivers, and, as such, fail to comply with the requirements of… | Lighting | 9,000 | Part replacement |
| 17V-481 | Jul 28, 2017 | When equipped with the optional aluminum luggage cases, the rear reflex reflectors may be partially blocked | Equipment | 47,775 | Repair or modification |
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file.
Owner complaints
What owners reported about the 2015 BMW R1200 R
The full text of every complaint filed with NHTSA about this model year, newest first. Complaints are filed by owners and are not verified by NHTSA; NHTSA removes personal details before publishing.
1 complaint on file, page 1 of 1.
- Filed Oct 12, 2015Failure Jun 19, 2015828 milesAustin, TXElectrical system, Engine
THE 2015 R1200R WAS PURCHASED BRAND NEW WITH 0 MILES. AT APPROXIMATELY 750 MILES THE OEM BATTERY WOULD NOT HOLD A CHARGE. THE BIKE WAS BROUGHT IN AND THE BATTERY WAS REPLACED. UPON ARRIVAL TO PICK UP MY BIKE IT DID NOT TURN OVER ON THE FIRST TRY. THE SECOND START WAS UNEVENTFUL AND NO OTHER ISSUES WERE OBSERVED. AFTER THIS, APPROXIMATELY 50% OF THE COLD STARTS RESULTED IN THE SAME ISSUE. WHETHER THE STARTER WAS ENGAGED FOR ONLY A COUPLE OF SECONDS OR LONGER IT WOULD NOT START. SUBSEQUENT STARTS WORK AS DESIGNED. THE BIKE HAS BEEN BROUGHT TO THE DEALER MULTIPLE TIMES WITH NO FIX BY THE BMW CORPORATION. A SECONDARY PROBLEM WAS ALSO DISCOVERED. THE BIKE'S ELECTRONICS ARE SUPPOSE TO DETECT WHEN THE ENGINE DOES NOT START AND DISENGAGE THE STARTER AUTOMATICALLY. THIS FUNCTION IS NOT WORKING. MY DEALER'S TECH ADVISED ME THEY THINK THIS IS SUPPOSE TO OCCUR. THIS PROBLEM WAS FIRST NOTICED JUNE 19TH OF 2015. THE DEALER WAS ADVISED A COUPLE OF WEEKS LATER TO OBSERVE THE PROBLEM. THIS HAS NOT BEEN RESOLVED AS OF THIS TIME. ALSO, THE LIQUID COOLED BOXER ENGINE THAT HAS BEEN IN THE GS FLEET AND NOW THE RT AND RS FLEETS ARE ALSO EXPERIENCING THE PROBLEM AS WELL.
NHTSA complaint 10781430
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file.
Investigations
NHTSA has not opened an investigation on this model year
Source: NHTSA ODI investigations file.
Service bulletins
37 manufacturer communications cover this model year
Technical service bulletins and other notices the manufacturer sent to dealers. A bulletin is not a recall.
- B611305 Jan 11, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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 important information for the dealer on how to handle âdisc… - MC330423 Dec 13, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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 schedule is not limited to vehicles affected by the SI 33… - MC000222 Nov 8, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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. - M650122 Oct 1, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
The Sirius(r) Satellite Radio is inoperative. - M410121 Oct 1, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
The body seam on the rear upper left of the body may not have been completely sealed, causing a water leak. - MC610821 Jul 13, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
When diagnosing fault codes (0x3A13D7, 0x3A13D9), technicians erroneously condemn the electronic throttle grip, which analyses show is rarely the culprit. - MC55297495 Jul 1, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Vehicle battery not charged despite the battery charger being connected to the on-board socket (manufactured before 2009)Headlights and rear lights light up intermittently despite the ignition being switched off and the battery charger being connected to th… - MC64465398 May 1, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
The hill start control operation may be sporadic. - MC660118 Jun 17, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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 - MC62335843 Dec 4, 2015 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
After turning ignition key on and first scroll through of the Board Computer (BC), all menu items are displayed. When a scond scroll through is done th abmient tempertuire and average speed displays are missing. Only range and average consumption are displa… - MC59823415 Sep 10, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Oil leak immediately after replacing cylinder head cover seal set. - MC64011504 Aug 1, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Ticking noises from the cylinder hood. - MC64011504 Aug 1, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Ticking noises from the cylinder hood. - MC64606814 Mar 1, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Which charger should be used to charge the Li-ion HP and/or M batteries. - MC6192247601 Aug 1, 2015 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Shift assist does not function after performing SIB 23 001 15 (017) DME software upgrade. This is due to a progrm fault in ISTA/p version 3.56.0. - MC2100116 Jun 1, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
BMW Motorrad has determiend in th ecourse of quality observation that in a few cases clutch fluid may leak between the clutch slave cylinder and the braided stainless steel clutch line. The cause is a burr in the clutch slave cylinder which may damage the … - MC62571524_03 Apr 1, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
During programming ith ISTA/P software version3.58.2.001. a programming abort occurred. Afterwards the vehicle is inoperative and can no longer be started. Repeated programming is not possible with this tversion. Software bug. - MC62533649 Mar 1, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Rust stains occur in the rear of the case holders. Rusty water emerges through the vent hole that is required for the production process. - MC2100116 Mar 1, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
BMW Motorrad has determined in the course of quality observation that in a few cases clutch fluid may leak between the clutch slave cylinder and the braided stainless steel clutch line. The cause is a burr in the clutch slave cylinder which may damage the g… - MC56005564 Oct 1, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Heated handlebar grips intermittently not working - MC55813536 Oct 1, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Navigator V maintains a Bluetooth connection to a mobile phone for a short period. - MC2300117 May 1, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Customer complains about an operating failure on the left or right multifunction switch. - MC52892177 Jan 1, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Trip distance recorder sets itself to zero. Software error in the instrument cluster. - MC61326053 Oct 1, 2015 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
After activation of the alarm system, the turn indicators remain on for 1 minute with integration levels higher than k001-15-03-510. - MC61461571 Jun 1, 2015 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Mist forms in the headlight. This is due to condensation and goes away again. - MC6132605 Jun 1, 2015 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
After activation of th ealarm system, the turn signals remain on for 1 minute. Previously they turned off automatically. Software malfunction. - MC60576836 Jun 1, 2015 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
The lock barrel form the top case is lost. The tab on the lock barrel is 180 degrees out. - MC6100315 May 1, 2015 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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. This can prevent the battery from being charged while the motorcycle is being ridden. If this happens th… - B840616 May 1, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
BMW ONLINE NON-FUNCTIONAL: CHECK ICC-ID IN ACCOUNT: BMW Online/BMW ConnectedDrive not functional. - B841117 Feb 1, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
BMW APPS RANDOMLY STARTS PLAYING ON ITS OWN: While listening to FM, or AM, or Satellite Radio (SDARs), the audio source randomly switches to BMW Apps (Pandora, Spotify, Audible etc.) with no input from driver or passenger. - B840218 Feb 1, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
HEAD UNIT HIGH RESETS WITH CONNECTION OF IPHONE 8, IPHONE 8+ OR IPHONE X - B662317 Feb 1, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
CONTACTLESS TAILGATE (SMART OPENER) IS TOO SENSITIVE: When the remote is located in the range of the Smart Opener operation may be the contactless tailgate (Smart Opener) opens / close unintentionally from objects in the vicinity of the rear of the vehicle;… - B621817 Feb 1, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
FUEL GAUGE ERRONEOUS DISPLAY: Vehicle runs out of fuel but the instrument cluster still displays fuel remaining in the tank. - B620118 Feb 1, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER BLANKS OUT OR REMAINS DARK AFTER STARTING THE VEHICLE: Instrument cluster display goes black during starting or while driving. - B120618 Feb 1, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
DME FAULT CODE CDC203: Various control units contain faults indicating missing messages from the battery management electronics - B110115 Feb 1, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Engine Oil Quick Reference Chart and Drain Plug Torque: The current version of ISTA/D has an error in the engine oil capacity specification for all vehicles with the N63R engine and xDrive. - MC64010520 Jan 29, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Incorrect tire pressure appears in the instrument cluster. Contamination or obstruction of the RDC sensor.
Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications files.