2006 BMW K1200 R: fuel pump failure

Filed Oct 10, 2024 · Fuel system · FL

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?

Filed Dec 16, 2013 · Fuel system · 29,180 miles · KS

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.

Filed Jul 12, 2013 · Electrical, Fuel system · 22,900 miles · FL

There are several cracks on the flange where fuel line has a connection. These cracks are causing fuel to leak onto the motor and alternator creating a fire hazard. Fuel also pools in areas with sensitive electronics where fuel wasn't meant to be stored. I have no doubt that this would eventually lead to a fire that most likely would lead to severe bodily harm or death! It appears bmw is aware of this problem also as they have updated this part as well but haven't issued a recall yet even though its under investigation. All evidence shows that bmw is aware of these inherent design flaws in this model motorcycle but refuses to issue a recall putting the public as risk. I believe the federal safety agency needs to take action and force bmw to recall and replace with the updated fuel pump assembly, including the fuel pump controller and fuel pump controller gasket.

Filed Dec 5, 2012 · Fuel system · 17,411 miles · CA

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.

Filed Nov 22, 2012 · Fuel system · 16,700 miles · PA

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.

Filed Dec 13, 2011 · Fuel system · 16,728 miles · KS

While riding the vehicle, a strong fuel smell was detected. While stopping to investigate, the rear tire locked up, but a crash was avoided. I found a large volume of fuel spraying from both sides of the motorcycle. The fuel came in contact with the alternator, the hot exhaust, and the rear tire. By the time the ignition was turned off to turn off the fuel pump, my pants and boots had been saturated with fuel. Upon further investigation, I found the plastic fuel line quick disconnect coupler from the fuel pump to the injector supply line had cracked and separated into two pieces. This item is located between the fuel tank and the intake manifold. There is no possibility that an outside force, I.e. Road debris, could have come in contact with this part to have broken it. I contacted the dealer and they stated that they have seen this part break without any outside influence as well. This sort of failure could easily result in fire and/or crash. The part needs to be updated to a metal connection that can withstand heat, vibration, and age to be safely installed in a two wheeled application.