2007 BMW R1200 GS problems & reliability
26 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2007 BMW R1200 GS, alongside 3 safety recall campaigns. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Complaints are unverified reports submitted by owners to the federal Office of Defects Investigation.
Each complaint is counted once (by NHTSA case number), even when it names several vehicles.
Most reported problems
| Component | Complaints | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel/propulsion System → | 15 | 58% |
| Service Brakes | 6 | 23% |
| Power Train | 3 | 12% |
| Engine | 2 | 8% |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 | 8% |
| Structure | 1 | 4% |
Component groups as classified by NHTSA. A complaint can name more than one component, so shares may sum to more than 100%.
Mileage when problems occurred
Among the 25 complaints that included a usable odometer reading, the median reported incident mileage was 22,715 miles (middle 50% between 14,000 and 44,485 miles).
Complaints by incident year
What owners report
“Tl* the contact owns a 2007 bmw r1200 gs motorcycle. The contact stated that the fuel strip fractured and had to be replaced more than three times by morton's bmw motorcycles (540-891-9844, located at 5099a jefferson davis highway, fredericksburg, virginia 22408). The dealer stated that they would replace the fuel…”
Fuel/propulsion System · filed Nov 23, 2018
“Tl* the contact owns a 2007 bmw r1200 gs motorcycle. While the vehicle was at a stop sign, there was an odor of fuel around the vehicle. The contact looked down and noticed fuel on his leg, which dripped down the left side of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that there was a…”
Fuel/propulsion System · filed Oct 20, 2016
“Brake failure warning, no speedometer, no brake lights, no odometer, battery dies. The abs unit has failed happened upon key on without starting vehicle.”
Service Brakes · filed May 12, 2016
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Federal defect investigations
- Fuel Leak - Motorycle
Engineering Analysis EA13006 · opened Jul 12, 2013 · closed Jan 31, 2014 · led to recall 13V617000
- Fuel Leak - Motorcycle
Preliminary Evaluation PE12036 · opened Nov 16, 2012 · closed Jul 22, 2013
Technical service bulletins
54 manufacturer communications (TSBs, service campaigns, warranty extensions) are on file with NHTSA for the 2007 BMW R1200 GS. The 10 most recent:
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…
B611305 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jan 11, 2024
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…
MC330423 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Dec 13, 2023
BMW Motorrad USA has become aware of a potential durability issue with the film type fuel level sender â  Fuel Stripâ  equipped on certain model year 2005 to 2013 R and K series motorcycles.
MC160214 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Nov 13, 2023
Multiple factors may cause the driveshaft to become damaged; among them are corrosion in certain parts ofthe driveshaft, and wear and tear exacerbated by certain climatic conditions.
SIB330222 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Apr 24, 2023
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.
MC000222 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Nov 8, 2022
Stress corrosion cracks may occur on the studs of certain milled footrests from the BMW Motorrad special accessories catalog for the GS models.
MC460521 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Nov 3, 2021
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…
MC55297495 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jul 1, 2021
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
MC660118 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jun 17, 2021
Service distance cannot be set in miles in ISTA for TFT-type instrument clusters
MC620117 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued May 24, 2021
During operation of the rear wheel foot brake lever, the rider feels a soft pressure point or perceptibly longer lever travel
MC340121 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued May 19, 2021
TSBs are repair guidance manufacturers send to dealers — they are not recalls and repairs are not automatically free. Full documents are available on NHTSA’s site.
Safety recalls
The 2007 BMW R1200 GS has 3 NHTSA recall campaigns — recall repairs are free at franchised dealers regardless of the vehicle’s age.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →Buying a used 2007 BMW R1200 GS?
- · Decode the seller’s VIN with our free VIN decoder to confirm the exact year, engine and trim.
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- · Among complaints with usable mileage, the median reported incident mileage was 22,715 miles. This does not predict when a particular vehicle will develop a problem.