My motorcycle developed a large fuel leak running over the hot engine. i found the leak to be coming from the fitting where the fuel line attaches at the fuel pump. This motorcycle already had a repair several thousand miles ago for the same issue. Apparently it wasn't fixed. correctly because it is leaking pretty bad. Was the improved part installed? If so, Is the improved part also faulty?
2006 BMW K1200 R: fuel leak
5 of the 16 complaints about the 2006 BMW K1200 R describe fuel leak.
- owner complaints
- 5
- of this car's complaints
- 31%
- recalls
- 2
Is there a fix? There are 2 recalls for this area of the car. See below
What owners say
When I was stopped at an intersection I noticed a very strong fuel smell coming from my motorcycle. I looked for liquid fuel leaking to the ground but found none. I was very near home, so I returned and removed the body panels to examine the fuel system. I found fuel leaking from the fuel tank/pump cap down onto the top of the engine and alternator. I removed the tank and examined the fuel pump assembly and found multiple cracks radiating outward from the pump outlet connector. The plastic used for the fuel pump cap does not appear to be holding up over time and has caused a fuel leak that could cause a fire when it comes in contact with the alternator. This is the second fuel leak I have had on this motorcycle due to poor quality plastic components.
After finishing a ride, had strong smell of gasoline coming from under instrument unit. Dealer today found cracked fuel pump unit causing bike to leak gas right above engine.
I noticed petroleum smell when at a stop light when riding the bike home from work. When I parked the bike on the side stand in the garage fuel began to leak down the left side of the motorcycle. I immediately called my bmw mechanic who informed me to ride the bike over to the shop for inspection. When the bike was parked at the shop the mechanic observed the fuel leaking from the left side of the bike. They kept the bike and early next week I received a call that the fuel pump was leaking gasoline. The replacement price was 460 plus labor. I feel that bmw should be responsible for replacement of the defective part as this was a dangerous and potentially fatal occurrence as gasoline was leaking on a hot engine with the possibility of a fire or explosion being very real. I also understand that this has happened to several bmw r1200 bikes manufactured at the same time.
I rode bike to work and parked it on side stand. After work I noted a wet spot under bike but could not determine if it was oil or gas. On the ride home I noted a petroleum smell when at stop lights. I parked the bike in the garage on its side stand and gasoline started leaking from the left side of the bike. I called the dealer and rode it over. Upon parking the bike gas began to leak again. The dealer checked the bike confirming a gas leak originating in the area of the fuel injector/delivery system. Parts have been ordered and it is scheduled for repair.
Related recalls
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump
- What is wrong
- 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 support ring remedy and where the fuel pump was not replaced at a later date. This recall involves the fuel pump, and also the auxiliary fuel pump as applicable. The affected motorcycles have a fuel pump flange that may crack, possibly resulting in a fuel leak while the engine is running.
- Risk
- 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.
Recall number 20V471000 · Recall details
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump
- What is wrong
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2005-2011 model year R-model motorcycles, model year 2005-2012 K-model motorcycles, model year 2010-2011 S 1000 model motorcycles, and model year 2006-2010 HP2 motorcycles. In the affected motorcycles, the fuel pump flange (and the auxiliary fuel pump flange if equipped) could develop cracks and leak fuel.
- Risk
- A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.
- Remedy
- BMW will notify owners, and dealers will either reinforce the fuel pump flange or replace the pump, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on April 16, 2014. Owners may contact BMW customer relations at 1‑800‑525‑7417 or email BMW at [email protected].
Recall number 13V617000 · Recall details
Questions about the 2006 BMW K1200 R fuel leak
Is fuel leak a common problem on the 2006 BMW K1200 R?
5 of 16 owner complaints about the 2006 BMW K1200 R (31%) mention fuel leak.
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There are 2 recalls and 0 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
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