How many recalls does the 2010 BMW R1200 GS have?

The 2010 BMW R1200 GS has 1 NHTSA safety recall campaign on record.

How do I check if my 2010 BMW R1200 GS has an open recall?

Enter your 17-character VIN at NHTSA's official recall lookup (nhtsa.gov/recalls) to see open, unrepaired recalls for your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free.

What do owners complain about most on the 2010 BMW R1200 GS?

Of 7 NHTSA complaints on file, the most-reported component is fuel/propulsion system.

2010 BMW R1200 GS Recalls

Recalls on record Updated July 2026

The 2010 BMW R1200 GS has 1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting an estimated 16,926 vehicles. Recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer. Owners have filed 7 complaints with NHTSA, most often about the fuel/propulsion system. 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.

Complaints by component

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

POWER TRAIN

STRUCTURE:BODY

Total complaints7

What owners report

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

“Bmw r1200gs 2010 motorcycle part on throttle body where the throttle cable attaches to the throttle body keeps on cracking. It is a plastic part when all previous models were metal. This has happened three times on my bike so far. The individual part is not available and you have to replace the…”

POWER TRAIN · reported 2016-05-09

“Fuel gauge failure. (possibility of running out of fuel in traffic). *tr”

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM · reported 2014-06-18

“The motorcycle ran out of fuel while attempting to cross a busy intersection involving a small side road and a divided 4 lane road. *tr”

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM · reported 2014-02-22

“While riding at 25mph, with a one-third full tank of fuel, the fuel warning and caution warning lamps illuminated and the fuel quantity indicator became inoperative. The tank was filled immediately and the problem persists. There now is no reliable way to judge remaining fuel on-board. *tr”

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM · reported 2013-04-14

“The drop down menu above for affected parts was not working with my computer. The affected part is the transmission/shifting. The vehicle menu did not show my year of motorcycle, which is 2011. I selected 2010 as the next closest option. Since I purchased the bike it will on occasion pop out of…”

POWER TRAIN · reported 2012-07-15

“The drop down menu above for affected parts was not working with my computer. The affected part is the transmission/shifting. The vehicle menu did not show my year of motorcycle, which is 2011. I selected 2010 as the next closest option. Since I purchased the bike it will on occasion pop out of…”

STRUCTURE:BODY · reported 2012-07-15

“Fuel strip failed. Replaced again in 6/2012. Failure results in false gauge reading which can lead to running out of fuel at speed in traffic. *tr”

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM · reported 2010-10-30

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 2010 BMW R1200 GS as of July 5, 2026. Complaint narratives are consumer-submitted and unverified. This page contains ads and affiliate links. Full methodology.