2008 BMW K1200 GT brakes complaints

Filed Aug 17, 2012 · Brakes · 8,003 miles · MD

My bike placed in service for routine recall as suggested by bmw america. The recall will be initiated on the 8th 2012. As indicated by recall, brake lines were replaced & suspension part was replaced as well. August 8th 2012 on august 9th 2012 I rode bike to work 12 miles, after stopping for gas and continuing to head home; while driving on the highway at a speed of 62 MPH a brake failure red light appeared on the dash. I called bmw spoke with [xxx] of issue since brake repairs were just done on bike day before. [xxx] stated that he didn't know why this happened. He also stated how do we know you didn't do it?? I returned to the dealership and spoke to the manager, [xxx]?.. He stated that he believed my brake ABS pump was failing as indicated in the diagnosis. I questioned: how did this happen? How can you expect me to assume repairs since you just repaired recalls on brake issues yesterday? [xxx] stated that these things happen. 8,000 miles without a scratch was back in service after a repair recall and none of any these issues were caused by they just worked on my brakes the day before. After spending over 30 minutes with bob and manager they felt that they would at least contact bmw and get them to pay for the repairs. [xxx] stated the repairs were about $ 2200.00. I learned august 17, 2012 that bmw would not stand behind the proper repairs of my bike . After further research I also learned that this is a known safety issue for bmw k bikes and the recall was issued to correct this problem. I now have a motorcycle that is unsafe to ride do to "brake failures" and bmw service as well as their manufacturer are willing to make good on the repairs. I am requesting that bmw of the dealership bob's bmw correct the issue on the bike as prior to their recall or repairs. [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Filed Apr 21, 2012 · Brakes · 20,500 miles · MI

Rear brake seized and would not release. Situation: rolling up to a stoplight, I applied both front and rear brakes. As the vehicle approached very low speeds, I released the brakes and engaged the clutch to creep forward, closer to stopped traffic. At that point the vehicle stopped abruptly (not typical). When I tried to engage first gear to ride forward, the rear brake was still seized, even though my foot was on the ground and not touching the brake pedal. There was squealing noise from the rear brakes. After struggling to get underway, I applied the brake pedal a few times, and it finally seemed to release after riding for a short distance (less than 1 mile).

Filed Sep 8, 2010 · Brakes · 7,000 miles · MD

Bmw motorcycle k1200gt,2008, red emergency warning light notifying the rider of unsafe brake pads comes on in error, causing an emergency stop, bmw denies any knowledge of prob. But dealers, some have dealt repeatedly with the problem, acknowledge, dealer refused to treat as a serious problem advising, "could not duplicate" it's a safety issue.

Filed Oct 9, 2008 · Brakes · 3,100 miles · OH

Rear brake locked up while driving, even though the brakes had not been applied for several miles prior to this happening. Brake lock-up caused caliper to overheat which in turn melted the rear brake hose resulting in total loss of brake fluid in the rear brakes. Fortunately this occurred while driving on a rural country 2 lane highway at low speeds and I was able to pull off the road immediately. Had this happened while on an interstate at high speeds, in traffic, I would probably not be here to make this report. A very dangerous situation to be in ! ! ! Dealer will replace all damaged brake components under warranty but is at a loss as to what caused the malfunction to occur. I am now afraid to drive vehicle, as this could occur again and with life threatening results. Vehicle is new, less than one month since purchased. 69 total miles on vehicle at time of purchase.