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Model year

2016 BMW R1200 R

Body and fuel not decoded. Owner complaints on file from no date to no date.

Recalls (3)Complaints (0)Investigations (0)Bulletins (35)
Recall campaigns covering this model year358k vehicles or units across those campaigns
Owner complaints0Not enough peers on file
Severity indexNoneCrash, fire, injury or death per 100
First 24 months0Complaints in its first two years
Complaints over time

Complaints about the 2016 BMW R1200 R by year filed

Owner complaints about this model year, by the year they were filed with NHTSA.

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Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. The lighter column runs through October.
Components

Complaints by component

Owner complaints by component. Hover or focus a bar for the crash, fire, injury or death count.

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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 2016 BMW R1200 R

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Recall campaigns for the 2016 BMW R1200 R
CampaignFiledSubjectComponentVehiclesRemedy
18E-016Mar 21, 2018Specifically being recalled is Windscreen model number 8531917, sold for use on model year 2012-2018 F700GS motorcycles, Windscreen model number…Equipment1,571Part replacement
17E-052Aug 21, 2017As designed, these accessory turn signals may be insufficiently visible to other drivers, and, as such, fail to comply with the requirements of…Lighting9,000Part replacement
17V-481Jul 28, 2017When equipped with the optional aluminum luggage cases, the rear reflex reflectors may be partially blockedEquipment47,775Repair or modification
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file.
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Owner complaints

What owners reported about the 2016 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.

0 complaints on file.

    Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file.
    Investigations

    NHTSA has not opened an investigation on this model year

    Source: NHTSA ODI investigations file.
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    Service bulletins

    35 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.
    • TEC26 Apr 1, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      TEC26 Turbo Charger Return
    • TEC25 Mar 21, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Tec25 Wishbone Return
    • TEC24 Apr 14, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Tech24 Snap-in Adapter Return
    • SIM110115 Mar 1, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      MINI engine oil part number transition and model year 2016 engine oils
    • SIM010603 Mar 1, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      MINI "Enhanced" dealer self authorized (DSA)K goodwill program
    • 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.
    • 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.
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