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Model year

2018 BMW R1200 R

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

Recalls (1)Complaints (0)Investigations (0)Bulletins (63)
Recall campaigns covering this model year11,571 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 2018 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

One recall campaign covers the 2018 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.

Recall campaigns for the 2018 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
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file.
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Owner complaints

What owners reported about the 2018 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

    63 manufacturer communications cover this model year

    Technical service bulletins and other notices the manufacturer sent to dealers. A bulletin is not a recall; the 60 most recent are listed.

    • MC330423 Aug 31, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Driveshaft Maintenance Schedule Change
    • 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.
    • M410122 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.
    • B651316 Jan 1, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      NBT-EVO (NEXT GENERATION NAVIGATION PROFESSIONAL) HEAD UNIT CANNOT BE SWAPPED BETWEEN VEHICLES FOR TESTING. ÕCOMPONENT PROTECTION ACTIVEÕ
    • B650318 Jan 1, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      NO AUDIO PLAYBACK AFTER REPLACING THE HEAD UNIT HIGH 2 (HU-H2): After replacing the Head Unit High (HU-H2) and performing ISTA4 programming, there is no audio playback.
    • B513016 Jan 1, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      TAILGATE UNINTENTIONALLY OPENS: Trunk/tailgate may open when vehicle is locked.
    • B310112 Jan 1, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      CRACKING NOISES FROM THE FRONT AXLE AREA WHILE TURNING THE WHEELS, WHEN STATIONARY OR PARKING: Cracking noises are heard from the front axle area while maneuvering at low speeds (e.g., parking lot maneuvers) or when turning the steering wheel while stationary.
    • B310112 Apr 1, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      CRACKING NOISES FROM THE FRONT AXLE AREA WHILE TURNING THE WHEELS, WHEN STATIONARY OR PARKING
    • B120718 Apr 1, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      DME FC 1C0102 IS STORED WITH NO OTHER RELATED FAULTS: The following fault has been stored in the Digital Motor electronics (DME) fault memory with no other engine oil pressure faults stored.
    • B652517 Nov 1, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      ENTRY EVO HEAD UNIT WILL NOT PLAY MP3 FORMATTED CD's: Data CDÕs (encoded as MP3Õs) can NOT be played.
    • B641216 Mar 1, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      HVAC BLOWER NOT WORKING: HVAC blower is not working.
    • B630516 Mar 1, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      HEADLIGHT ASSEMBLIES HAVE VISIBLE INTERNAL MOISTURE/CONDENSATION: Water on the inside (A) or misting (B) of both headlight lenses that is visible from outside.
    • B621917 Mar 1, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      INSTRUMENT CLUSTER REMAINS DARK AFTER STARTING THE VEHICLE: Upon starting the vehicle (terminal 15 switched on), the instrument cluster does not function (stays dark, no needle response, no bus communication).
    • B620218 Mar 1, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      VEHICLE CHECK DISPLAYS DUE IN CBS DATA AFTER RESET FOR 2ND OIL SERVICE: After reset of service interval (e.g. oil change), the vehicle check is displayed as "Due" (yellow).
    • B513016 Mar 1, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      TAILGATE UNINTENTIONALLY OPENS: Trunk/tailgate may open when vehicle is locked.
    • B180218 Mar 1, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      EXHAUST TAILPIPES MISALIGNED (B57): The rear tailpipe extensions do not line up evenly with the rear bumper.
    • MC63473054 Feb 16, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Engine is placed into emergency operation mode and max rpm is reduced due to a deviation in throttle signals. Signal evaluation software has been reworked and should be installed.
    • B840618 Mar 1, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      CONNECTEDDRIVE-REMOTE SERVICES DO NOT FUNCTION: Remote Services (such as locking and unlocking the car, vehicle location by honking the horn, flashing the lights or on the map in the BMW Connected App) do not function after vehicle has been sitting for exte…
    • B840418 Mar 1, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      BLUETOOTH AND USB AUDIO PLAYBACK FUNCTIONS MISSING - IPHONE: Playlists, song titles, etc. from iPhone do not display on Head Unit Basic 2.
    • B720417 Mar 1, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      FALSE WARNINGS THAT THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT IS OCCUPIED WITHOUT THE SEAT BELT BUCKLED: Acoustic and visual warnings indicate that the front passenger seat is occupied and the seat belt is not fastened, when the seat is actually unoccupied.
    • B710218 Mar 1, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      DELIVERY STOP: REPLACE UNDERHOOD EMISSIONS LABEL: A Delivery Stop has been issued (effective March 2, 2018) on Model Year 2018 BMW 3 Series vehicles that have been produced from November 14, 2017 Ð February 11, 2018. The affected vehicles were equipped with…
    • B662317 Mar 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;…
    • B661016 Mar 1, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      GARAGE DOOR OPENER CANNOT BE PROGRAMMED: The vehicle's rear view mirror integrated universal remote control is incompatible with some garage door (or fence) opener devices installed at the driver's residence and/or business.
    • B660218 Mar 1, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      RADIO REMOTE SPORADICALLY INOPERATIVE: Sporadically one or both of the below situations can occur:
    • B651316 Mar 1, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      NBT-EVO Head Unit Cannot be Swapped between Vehicles for Testing. 'Component Protection Active': If either the NBT-EVO head unit or Body Domain Controller (BDC) are swapped into a different vehicle they will cause the head unit NBT-EVO to enter a locked mod…
    • 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.
    • B840318 Feb 1, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      TOUCH COMMAND: SEAT CONTROL FUNCTION MISSING AFTER PROGRAMMING: The seat adjustment function for front passenger and rear seats is missing from the BMW Touch Command.
    • B661317 Feb 1, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      SURROUND VIEW CAMERA DISPLAYS INCORRECT VEHICLE MODEL: After programming the vehicle, the incorrect vehicle model is displayed in the CID (Central Information Display) when surround view camera function is active.
    • B660418 Feb 1, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      DURING PARKING MANEUVERING ASSISTANT OPERATION, DRIVER GEAR INPUT IS IGNORED: Sporadically, during a Parking Maneuvering Assistant or Parking Assistant operation the gear change requested (R to D or D to R) by the driver is ignored.
    • B660218 Feb 1, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      COMFORT ACCESS SPORADICALLY INOPERATIVE: Sporadically, vehicle is unable to be locked or unlocked via the door handle.
    • B640118 Feb 1, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      TEMPERATURE REGULATION OF AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM IS NOT ACCEPTABLE: Air distribution and/or temperature regulation variation exceeds design parameters.
    • B630118 Feb 1, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      FLICKERING LIGHTS- INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR: Intermittently interior and/or exterior lights are flickering or flashing and no audio function.
    • 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.
    • B510218 Feb 1, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      WATER LEAK IN LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT CAUSES AUTOMATIC TAILGATE TO FAIL: The automatic tailgate may not function intermittently or permanently.
    Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications files.
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