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2007 BMW K1200 R Sport Recalls

Recalls on record Updated July 2026

The 2007 BMW K1200 R Sport has 5 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 26,978 vehicles. Recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer. Owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA, most often about the power train. Last updated July 5, 2026.

Recall campaigns

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE 20V471000 2020-08-10 16,926 affected
Defect

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2009-2011 K1300 (S, GT), 2010-2011 S1000 RR, 2005-2011 R1200 (GS, GS Adventure, R, RT, S, ST), 2006-2010 HP2 (Enduro, Megamoto, Sport), 2005-2008 K1200 (R, R Sport, S, GT), and 2012 K1600 (GT, GTL) motorcycles that were repaired under recall 13V-617 with the…

Consequence

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump(s) with an improved version, free of charge. The recall began January 18, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC 12V487000 2012-10-05 2,483 affected
Defect

BMW is recalling certain model year 2007-2008 K1200 S, K1200 R, and K1200 R Sport motorcycles and 2012 and 2013 K1300 S motorcycles. In October 2012, BMW recalled 2062 2007-2008 K1200 S, K1200 R, and K1200 R Sport motorcycles. In November 2012, BMW informed the agency that it was adding model year 2012 and 2013…

Consequence

Brake fluid that foams could lead to a reduced braking capability of the front brake system, possibly resulting in a crash.

Remedy

The front brake fluid reservoir will be retrofitted with a screen insert, free of charge. The recall began on December 19, 2012. Owners may contact BMW at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.

STEERING 08V342000 2008-07-25 428 affected
Defect

BMW IS RECALLING 428 MY 2007 F800 S, F800 ST, R1200 R, K1200 S, K1200 R, K1200 R SPORT, AND K1200 GT MOTORCYCLES. IT IS POSSIBLE FOR THE COATING TO SEPARATE FROM THE INSIDE FACE OF THE STEERING DAMPER HOUSING. IF THIS HAPPENED, THE COATING COULD PARTIALLY CLOG THE OIL BORES WITHIN THE DAMPER.

Consequence

IF THIS OCCURRED, THE STEERING DAMPER COULD BECOME STIFF INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE STEERING DAMPER FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN DURING SEPTEMBER 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BMW AT 1-800-831-1117.

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC 07V466000 2007-10-02 510 affected
Defect

ON CERTAIN MOTORCYCLES, DURING LONG PERIODS OF RIDING AT SUSTAINED HIGH ENGINE RPM, VIBRATION WITHIN THE BRAKE FLUID RESERVOIR CAN CAUSE THE BRAKE FLUID TO FOAM. THIS COULD ALLOW AIR TO ENTER THE FRONT BRAKE SYSTEM WHICH COULD LEAD TO A LOSS OF FRONT BRAKING EFFICIENCY.

Consequence

AIR IN THE BRAKE SYSTEM CAN LEAD TO A LOSS OF BRAKING CAPABILITY, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL BLEED THE FRONT BRAKES AND INSTALL A DAMPER WEIGHT IN THE BRAKE FLUID RESERVOIR. THIS WEIGHT WILL DAMPEN POSSIBLE VIBRATIONS THAT CAN CAUSE FOAMING OF THE BRAKE FLUID. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 14, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BMW AT 1-800-831-1117.

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING 07V066000 2007-02-23 6,631 affected
Defect

ON CERTAIN MOTORCYCLES, FREQUENT SHORT TRIPS PARTICULARLY DURING COLD TEMPERATURES, CAN CAUSE WATER TO ACCUMULATE IN THE OIL TANK, AND WHEN THE ENGINE IS RUNNING, ESCAPING WATER VAPOR CAN CONDENSE ON THE OIL TANK AIR BLEED VALVE. IN FREEZING TEMPERATURES, THIS WATER COULD FREEZE AND BLOCK THE AIR BLEED VALVE.

Consequence

IT IS POSSIBLE THAT A PRESSURE BUILD UP IN THE OIL TANK COULD CAUSE IT TO RUPTURE, ALLOWING OIL TO LEAK ONTO THE REAR TIRE. AN OIL LEAK COULD CAUSE A FIRE. OIL ON THE REAR TIRE COULD CAUSE LOSS OF CONTROL.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW OIL TANK CAP CONTAINING A VALVE TO PREVENT OVERPRESSURE IN THE TANK FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 10, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BMW AT 1-800-831-1117.

Complaints by component

POWER TRAIN
2
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
1
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
1
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
1
SUSPENSION
1
1crashes2injuries
Total complaints6

What owners report

Verbatim reports filed with NHTSA, lightly edited for readability and with personal information removed.

“My fuel gauge is once again reading completely empty even though I've only gone 40 miles on the current tank which has a range of about 240 miles. I just had the 5th fuel strip sensor in my tank replaced by my local dealer. Bmw is well aware of the problem yet does nothing, except say they are…”

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE · reported 2013-09-04

“Fuel was hemorrhaging all over the left side of the motorcycle when I parked it after a short ride. I noticed a trail of fuel where I went down the street. I had just topped off and was down to half a tank (approx. 2.5 gallons) in about ten miles. Smoke was pouring off of the engine and the smell…”

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM · reported 2012-08-17

“Total abs failure, the abs pump when out resulting in no abs braking. This issue could cause serious injury or death. Bmw has been make aware of this issue, and is addressing each instance with a case by case decision, this is happening to too many vehicles for it go unresolved by bmw na. *tr”

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC · reported 2012-02-03

“The clutch would engage in manor that caused the clutch plated and clutch basket to deteriorate in a rapid fashion. Causing mis shifting that could cause injury or death. Result, replace with updated clutch plated and updated basket at owners expense. *tr”

POWER TRAIN · reported 2010-11-15

“Tl* the contact owns a 2007 bmw k1200 r sport motorcycle. The contact was braking from 15 mph. As he applied the brakes, the front wheel fractured from the front suspension. The contact crashed and was thrown to the ground. The front wheel was rotated abnormally to the right and was detached from…”

SUSPENSION · reported 2010-08-17

“Regarding bmw k1200r sport motorcycle. Defect present from new purchase of vehicle. Obvious "jutter" in clutch lever. Mechanical noise coming from transmission observed when jutter is noticed in lever. Obvious unsafe lag felt in drivetrain. Defect brought to the attention of dealership several…”

POWER TRAIN · reported 2009-05-20
Sources & methodology

Recall, complaint, and investigation records from official NHTSA datasets (FLAT_RCL, FLAT_CMPL, FLAT_INV), synced weekly. Counts reflect NHTSA records for the 2007 BMW K1200 R Sport as of July 5, 2026. Complaint narratives are consumer-submitted and unverified. This page contains ads and affiliate links. Full methodology.