Abs failed with no warnings, total loss of braking power. I beleive this was a significant failiure. Happend on my brothers bike as well 2 months later. Less then 30k miles and just past 3 years... Happened during ride on freeway on first use of brake. I had to pay to replace. Bmw claimed it is not significant and not a problem.
2008 BMW K1200 GT brakes problems
14 complaints (41% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 20,003.
- owner complaints
- 14
- of this car's complaints
- 41%
- typical mileage
- 20,003
- crashes
- 0
- recalls
- 2
Which part fails
Owners did not name a specific part.
At what mileage
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BMW K1200 GT brakes problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 2008 BMW K1200 GT brakes
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Related recalls
Service brakes, hydraulic
- What is wrong
- Bmw is recalling certain model year 2007 through 2009 r 1200 and k 1200 series motorcycles manufactured from august 2006 through may 2009. Due to the current routing of the front brake lines, it is possible that during riding, and therefore associated vibration. The brake lines could be under strain. If the vibration/strain is significant, the brake line could split and start to develop a leak.
- Risk
- If this goes unnoticed, and the brake fluid reservoir runs empty, the front brakes could fail, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Bmw will notify owners and dealers will install new brake lines, containing a "sleeve" along a portion of the lines free of charge. The safety recall began on september 20, 2010. Owners may contact bmw at 1‑800‑525‑7417.
Recall number 10V276000 · Recall details
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: disc
- What is wrong
- Bmw is recalling 548 my 2008 k1200 s and gt motorcycles. The fasteners used to secure the front brake-disc may not be long enough to ensure a secure mounting. Over time, these fasteners could loosen. If that happened, the brake disc would no longer be securely mounted.
- Risk
- Failure to observe the following precautions, in conjunction with traffic and road conditions, and the rider's reactions, could increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and install a longer front brake disc fasteners and reroute the sensor cable free of charge. The recall began during august 2008. Owners may contact bmw at 1‑800‑831‑1117.
Recall number 08V245000 · Recall details
What 2008 BMW K1200 GT owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Abs pump failure.
Rear drive bearings and wheel side seal failed gear lube on rear brake pads and rear brakes quit working. Tire tread contaminated with lube making greatly reduced traction. Nearly lost control of vehicle on stopping due to change in the vehicle dynamics and loss of rear wheel traction as the failure did not cause any indication that this had happened until stopping. The rear drive was serviced by the dealer within the last 4 months march 2015 at 11,400 miles or so. I have never had a failure on such a major safety related component such as this on any vehicle I have owned at such a relatively low total vehicle mileage level.
The ABS brake warning light came on. I took the motorcycle to my authorized bmw dealer in long beach, ca. They said that the ABS brake module had failed; however they refused to repair or replace the faulty unit. I sent it out to an independent repair facility and they repaired the unit at my cost. I then had the unit reinstalled by my bmw dealer at my cost.
My 2008 bmw k1200gt I have owned since new and with only 21,000 miles on the odometer had its ABS pump fail. When told about the issue the dealer attempted to clear the trouble codes and the brake fail light came back on. When this happens my bike has no ABS which is a huge deal on 2 wheels. Just this past weekend I had a deer run out in front of me on a road in upstate new york doing 55 MPH. The wheels locked up and I had to regain traction while trying to avoid the deer. Bmw wants $2000.00 just for the pump and that doesn't even include swapping them out! This is absurd with a bike with only 21, 000 miles and there are story's of a lot of other k1200gt's with this ridiculous problem!
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 bmw k1200 gt motorcylce. The contact stated while driving 70 MPH, the brake light illuminated on the instrument panel. The contact stated that while attempting to merge to the side of road, the brakes were engaged and the rear wheel seized. The dealer was contacted who stated that there was probability that the ABS modulator was defective and advised the contact to call the manfacturer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 19,935. Updated 09/16/14*lj the consumer stated the manufacturer was notified and declined assistance. Updated 1/15/15
The ABS pump failed on my motorcycle with only 21,330 miles on it. I still have braking ability but do not have ABS braking safety. There is no reason for an ABS pump to fail on a bike that sees less than 5,000 miles annually.
Driving on freeway, when had car pull in front of me. He did not see me. Using brakes had almost no breaking power, and locking rear wheel. Abs had failed. After researching found that this is a very common problem with bmw. Bikes loose ABS all the time, but ABS is not considered a safety option. On a motorcycle ABS can be the difference between life and death.
Abs module triggered a "fault" . Abs immediately stopped working. Ultimately, I had the unit repaired by a private company. The cause of the failure was due to stuck electrical motor brushes that activate the valve assembly.
Abs system failed due to defective pump. (bmw pn 34517715109).
Questions about the 2008 BMW K1200 GT brakes
Does the 2008 BMW K1200 GT have brakes problems?
Owners have filed 14 complaints about the brakes of the 2008 BMW K1200 GT, 41% of all its complaints, more than any other problem.
At what mileage do 2008 BMW K1200 GT brakes problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 20,003 miles.
Was there a recall on the 2008 BMW K1200 GT brakes?
Yes, 2 recalls: 10V276000, 08V245000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the BMW K1200 GT have bad brakes?
The BMW K1200 GT model years with the most brakes complaints are 2008 (14 complaints) and 2007 (10 complaints).
Other 2008 BMW K1200 GT problems
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