Model year

2017 BMW R1200 RT Police

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

Recall campaigns covering this model year1911 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 2017 BMW R1200 RT Police 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 2017 BMW R1200 RT Police

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 2017 BMW R1200 RT Police
CampaignFiledSubjectComponentVehiclesRemedy
17V-488Aug 3, 2017While being used in a special operating mode, the brake lights on these motorcycles may not illuminate when the brakes are appliedElectrical system911Software update
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file.
Owner complaints

What owners reported about the 2017 BMW R1200 RT Police

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.
    Service bulletins

    77 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.

    • 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…
    • B520121 Aug 1, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      ?The front seat will not calibrate/initialize, and the stored faults cannot be deleted.
    • B650414 Oct 1, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      According to the customer, the airbag warning light was on, but it may not be illuminated when the vehicle arrives in the workshop. 1. ACSM fault code "930A60 - Seat occupancy detection, front passenger; malfunction" is stored. The fault may or may not curr…
    • SISIB011317 Jun 1, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Shipping specific non-deployed vehicle safety devices to lighting resources, LLC
    • SIM010917 Jun 1, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Shipping specific non-deployed vehicle safety devices to lighting resources, llc. This service Information bulletin provides information on shipping "specific" noin-deployed vehicle safety devices that are classified as Dangerous Goods (DG) to Lighting reso…
    • B3106170621 Jun 22, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Please return all part(s) to your facing Regional Distribution Center (RDC). Submit for return using a YR26 damage claim with order reason BM2. A valid BMW delivery and delivery item number must be entered, and TEC73 must appear in the text of your TEC claim.
    • B640613 Nov 1, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Customer may complain of reduced air flow when the air conditioning system is operated for an extended time, usually longer than 30 minutes.
    • B840221 Jun 1, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      The discontinuation of 3G cellular communication for Combox, TCB 3G and ATM 3G (Telematics ControlModule) can no longer be supported by the cellular network provider starting February 2022. The decision to phase out 3G network technology was made at the dis…
    • B610721 Jun 1, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Groaning, scraping, or squeaking noise coming from the steering wheel area in the interior of the vehicle, when turning the steering wheel.
    • B520121 Jun 1, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Front seat will not calibrate/initialize, and the stored faults cannot be deleted
    • B513316 Jun 1, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Water sloshing noises coming from the rear passenger compartment (left or right) while driving Water ingress in the luggage compartment, or in the rear passenger compartment- rear seat bench rear passenger compartment foot well rear passenger compartment si…
    • B110120 Jun 1, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      On rare occasions during an engine oil service, the BMW Original (Genuine) engine oil filter insert is either difficult to remove or breaks apart in the oil filter housing.
    • B110321 May 1, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      B58 ENGINE: ENGINE OIL FILTER REMOVAL PROCEDURE AND TOOLS . A. For the B58 engines, a BMW Oil Catch special tool for use in conjunction with removing the engine oilfilter insert is now available.
    • B520121 Feb 1, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      SEAT FAILS TO INITIALIZE DUE TO MISSING END STOP: Front seat will not calibrate/initialize.
    • B121318 Feb 1, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      COMBUSTION CONTROL VALVE LIFT AT IDLE: The vehicle will run rough or hesitate when accelerating from a stationary position.
    • B640613 Dec 1, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      ?A/C COOLING INTERMITTENT REDUCTION OF AIR FLOW: Customer may complain of reduced air flow when the air conditioning system is operated for an extended time, usually longer than 30 minutes. The evaporator starts to freeze up.
    • B640613 Dec 1, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      ?A/C COOLING INTERMITTENT REDUCTION OF AIR FLOW: Customer may complain of reduced air flow when the air conditioning system is operated for an extended time, usually longer than 30 minutes. The evaporator starts to freeze up.
    • B513218 Nov 1, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      PAINT ON THE B-PILLAR IS SCRATCHED/DAMAGED: The paint finish of the door jamb (above the door striker) is scratched due to the inner door cavity window seal.
    • B650709 Jul 1, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      NAVIGATION SYSTEM - REPORTING MISSING OR INCORRECT ROADMAP DATA: Do not replace parts and do not program the vehicle. Roads can change by up to 15% every year. To ensure the best navigation experience, we do everything in our power to create the best maps. …
    • B610419 Jul 1, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      VEHICLE DOES NOT START BATTERY TOTALLY DISCHARGED: The customer's vehicle does not start due to a totally discharged battery.
    • B110120 May 1, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      B58C AND B58M ENGINES ENGINE OIL FILTER INSERT IS DIFFICULT TO REMOVE - REMOVAL: On rare occasions during an engine oil service the BMW Original (Genuine) engine oil filter insert is either difficult to remove or breaks apart in the oil filter housing. The …
    • B652214 Apr 1, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      AUTOMATED ACTIVATION OF NAVIGATION SYSTEM DURING PDI/QC1: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 2) replaces SI B65 22 14 dated October 2015. The INITIAL NAV enabling code no longer needs to be pre-ordered through the Parts department! When the vehicle…
    • B610520 Apr 1, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      CCM DISPLAYED "INCREASED BATTERY DRAIN" CAUSED BY CONTROLLER: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 1) replaces SI B61 05 20 dated February 2020. Electrostatic discharge at standstill / start engine. Energy management" The results of the Energy Diagno…
    • B513016 Apr 1, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      TAILGATE UNINTENTIONALLY OPENS: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 4) replaces SI B51 30 16 dated March 2018. Trunk/tailgate may open when vehicle is locked Trunk/tailgate may open while the vehicle is in motion usually after stopping such as a tra…
    • B340517 Apr 1, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      TICKING NOISE WHILE CORNERING WITHOUT THE BRAKES APPLIED: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 3) replaces SI B34 05 17 dated September 2017. Ticking noise coming from front wheel while cornering without brakes applied noticeable at low speeds. The v…
    • B121318 Apr 1, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      DME FC 21A02D - COMBUSTION CONTROL: VALVE LIFT AT IDLE This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 3) replaces SI B12 13 18 dated September 2019. The vehicle will run rough or hesitate when accelerating from a stationary position.
    • B610520 Feb 1, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      CCM DISPLAYED "INCREASED BATTERY DRAIN" CAUSED BY CONTROLLER. A yellow CCM (Check Control Message) ID 415 is displayed- "Increased battery drain! // Battery. Electrostatic discharge at standstill / start engine. Energy management" The results of the Energy …
    • B123314 Feb 1, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Fault Code 1D2008 Stored in DME: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 5) replaces SI B12 33 14 dated February 2016. The Service Engine Soon light is on. There may also be a complaint of low heat output with lower outside temperatures. CAUSE During th…
    • B110120 Feb 1, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      ENGINE OIL FILTER INSERT IS DIFFICULT TO REMOVE - REMOVAL: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 1) replaces SI B11 01 20 dated February 2020. On rare occasions during an engine oil service the BMW Original (Genuine) engine oil filter insert is either…
    • B651519 Aug 1, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      SECURITY IMPROVEMENTS FOR CONNECTEDDRIVE. Security patches for non-safety critical vulnerabilities in BMW head units Entry Nav Entry Media NBT and NBT EVO.
    • B640613 Aug 1, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      A/C COOLING: INTERMITTENT REDUCTION OF AIR FLOW This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 9) supersedes SI B64 06 13 dated June 2017. Customer may complain of reduced air flow when the air conditioning system is operated for an extended time usually longe…
    • B651419 Jun 1, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      HEAD UNIT NBT EVO (HU-H2) PROGRAMMING ABORT. During programming several aborts can occur in the head unit NBT EVO (HU-H2).
    • B651119 Jun 1, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Due to an issue during supplier production the driver and/or passenger knee air bags could become damaged during deployment.
    • B520919 Jun 1, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      CRACKING NOISE FROM SEAT BACKREST. Groaning/Cracking noises are heard from the front seat backrest when the vehicle is cornering.
    • B110119 Jun 1, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      ENGINE VIBRATIONS OR NOISE This Service Information bulletin replaces SI B11 01 19 dated February 2019.
    • B840214 May 1, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      INFORMATION New information provided by this revision is preceded by this symbol. This Service Information bulletin replaces SI B84 02 14 dated September 2018.
    • B612315 Apr 1, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      The Low Washer Fluid Warning Light is illuminated when the Washer Fluid Tank is Full This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B61 23 15 dated April 2016.
    • B512518 Nov 1, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      RATTLE NOISE FROM LOWER A-PILLAR. A rattle noise is present from the lower area of the A-Pillar. Due to a manufacturing error, the bolt securing the front door brake/stop to the A-Pillar may have loosened over time.
    • B640915 Feb 1, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B64 09 15 dated January 2016. designates changes to this revision SUBJECT Whistling Noise Coming from the Center Vent - A/C is Off. A very high pitched whistling or beeping noise is heard coming from the cente…
    • B123314 Feb 1, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI 12 33 14 dated December 2015. SUBJECT Fault Code 1D2008 Stored in DME. The Service Engine Soon light is on. Fault Code 1D2008: Map thermostat: jammed open is stored in the DME. There may also be a complaint of…
    • B111015 Jan 1, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      The Service Engine Soon light is on with corresponding fault codes in the DME for the engine thermostat.
    • B540907 Sep 1, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      ?RETRACTABLE HARDTOP STATUS REQUEST SUPPLEMENT. INFORMATION Documents have been developed showing the known correct statuses for all hall sensors and micro switches used to operate the retractable hard top (RHT). This document is intended to act as a supple…
    • MC6100115 Jan 1, 2015 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Wire Harness Routing. Models: 2009 - 2013 BMW R 1200 RT-P (Police). Installers may alter the original positioning of the wiring harness cables when routing radio or accessory cable during the up-fitting, or during repairs to the R 1200 RT-P model (example:…
    • B540216 Jul 1, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      GAP VISIBLE BETWEEN UPPER A-PILLAR COWL PANEL SEAL AND CONVERTIBLE TOP SEAL.. When the Retractable Hard Top (RHT) is closed, a gap is visible between the upper A-pillar seal and the cowl panel seal. This concern does not result in water or air leaks, it is …
    • B120916 Jul 1, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      N20 - The Service Engine Soon Light is On with DME Fault 118602 Stored. The Service Engine Soon light is on (MIL) with only the following oxygen sensor fault stored. 118602 - Oxygen sensor before catalytic converter, fine mixture control: exhaust gas after …
    • B340516 Oct 1, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      CBS BRAKE PAD CALCULATION AND CORRECTION. When a vehicle comes into the workshop for any repair or maintenance job, the bundling calculator recommends a brake maintenance checkup. No brake warning light is illuminated. CBS shows 3,107 miles or slightly high…
    • B122516 Oct 1, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      "B58 -M POWER AND SOUND KIT, MALFUNCTION LIGHT ILLUMINATED. Check engine light illuminated. Check Control Message: ""Drive faulty"". Engine power reduced and set in ""Emergency Program"". Fault code stored in DME control unit: o 1F0541 - Drive, safety funct…
    • B840916 Sep 1, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      "SERVICE ACTION: SUPPLEMENTARY PAGE NEEDED IN OWNER'S MANUAL. Operator's manual of affected vehicles does not contain required information on wireless smartphone charging accessory. AFFECTED VEHICLE Vehicles which require this Service Action to be completed…
    • B641216 Sep 1, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      "HVAC BLOWER NOT WORKING This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B64 12 16 dated August 2016. HVAC blower is not working. Condensation occurs even though blower is working. CC message ""Increased battery discharge"" - standby current violation may b…
    • B513516 Sep 1, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      PAINT ON THE B-PILLAR IS SCRATCHED/DAMAGED. Paint on B-pillar is scratched. Especially noticeable on dark colored paint. Door seal is rubbing against entry opening surfaces.
    • B513216 Sep 1, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      CREAKING NOISES FROM DOOR TRIM PANEL. Creaking noise is heard from door trim panel while driving on rough roads. Door trim panel is contacting the inner door panel.
    • B513116 Sep 1, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      HOOD GAS-FILLED SHOCK ABSORBER MOUNT IS BROKEN. Hood gas filled shock absorber is loose or broken, the hood does not remain in the opened position. Gas filled shock absorber mounting point has broken free from the body.
    • B111516 Sep 1, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      B58 ENGINE: OIL LEAK FROM TURBOCHARGER. Engine oil (1) can be seen leaking from the bottom of the turbocharger near the band clamp (2). The turbocharger band clamp is loose.
    • B650915 Dec 1, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      SI B65 09 15 November 2016 Audio, Navigation, Monitors, Alarms,SRS Technical Service NBT Head Unit High (HU-H) Resets Intermittently or Permanently. The Head Unit-High (HU-H) resets intermittently or permanently. 1. The display is inoperative and there is n…
    • B630816 Dec 1, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      TURN SIGNAL - INTERMITTENTLY FLASHES AT FASTER RATE. Turn signal, intermittently, flashes at faster rate or not at all. Software error in FEM (Front Electronics Module)
    • B122816 Nov 1, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      "DME Electrical Wastegate Valve Faults - Adaptation Limit Positions Not Detected. Engine runs with reduced power. Emissions warning lamp lights up. One or more of the following faults are entered in the DME fault memory. 123411 ""Electrical wastegate valve,…
    • B122516 Nov 1, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      "B58 -M POWER AND SOUND KIT, MALFUNCTION LIGHT ILLUMINATED. Check engine light illuminated. Check Control Message: "Drive faulty". Engine power reduced and set in "Emergency Program". Fault code stored in DME control unit: o 1F0541 - Drive, safety function:…
    • B070314 Nov 1, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Diagnosing Stored Fault Codes to Help Avoid Repeat Repair Visits This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B07 03 14 dated October 2015.. Fault codes stored in vehicles being serviced are not being diagnosed, leading to repeat repair visits (source- A…
    • B613617 Sep 1, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      "BATTERY DISCHARGE CCM (CHECK CONTROL MESSAGE) DISPLAYED: COMFORT ACCESS DISABLED. One or more of the following conditions are present: * CCM ""Battery. Discharge in standstill."", or similar, is displayed. * Comfort Access and contactless tailgate opening …
    • B840214 Jun 1, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      ConnectedDrive/BMW Assist System Diagnosis Information This Service Information bulletin replaces SI B84 02 14 dated July 2014 What's New: Model - Removed models which no longer support BMW Assist functionality and added new models. Procedure - Add step r…
    Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications files.