My motorcycle started leaking gas in the middle of a day ride and progressively got worse, so that by the end of the day, gas was pouring out onto the side of my engine and onto my boot, pant leg and forming a good size puddle on the asphalt where parked. I ended up having to replace the entire fuel pump assembly ($550 for the part, $850 total cost installed). I want bmw USA to recall this part and stand behind their product. There are multiple internet threads of people complaining about this issue. Many bmw owner's lives are at risk of catching on fire. I have spoken with mechanics and they agree, this is a defect in manufacturing.
2006 BMW K1200 S: fuel leak
5 of the 15 complaints about the 2006 BMW K1200 S describe fuel leak.
- owner complaints
- 5
- of this car's complaints
- 33%
- typical mileage
- 24,000
- recalls
- 2
Is there a fix? There are 2 recalls for this area of the car. See below
Fuel leak by model year
- 20073
- 20065
- 20052
- 20031
What owners say
Fuel leak from fuel tank flange. This complaint is the same as the others, namely the fuel tank flange cracks and allows fuel leakage under pressure which allows a significant amount of fuel to spray and subsequently drain down onto the alternator and then down the side of the engine and out the bottom. There is a heat shield glued to the bottom of the tank which becomes unglued when saturated with gasoline. This shield then falls onto the top of the alternator, thereby making contact with the foil-side of the heat shield to the alternator. In the event of a spark from the two materials making contact, there would be a high probability of a fire starting under the fuel tank.
The gas tank started leaking fuel. There are small cracks around a plastic fitting that is attached to the fuel tank. The fitting is attached to the fuel pump that sits directly above the alternator.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 bmw k1200 s. The contact stated that while parked, he noticed a strong gasoline fuel odor and leaking gasoline on the ground. The contact inspected the vehicle and discovered that the fuel assembly face plate was fractured and was leaking fuel onto the engine. The contact applied a plastic weld to the fuel assembly face plate and after some time the failure recurred. The contact replaced the fuel assembly face plate and the vehicle was repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 20,000.
I noticed the smell of fuel in my garage a few weeks ago and thought it was one of three vehicles in it. I went for a ride this past week and after parking it in the garage I notice a pool do fluid under the bike. I stop to take a look and identify the fluid as gasoline. I took it to the dealer and they tell me it is the fuel pump disconnects that are leaking. These cracks are leaking fuel onto the motor and alternator creating a fire hazard! I have no doubt that this would have eventually lead to a fire that most likely would of lead to severe bodily harm or death! I am sure bmw is aware of this problem as they have updated this part on their new bikes but haven't issued a recall. 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 forcing bmw to properly address these known issues."
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 S fuel leak
Is fuel leak a common problem on the 2006 BMW K1200 S?
5 of 15 owner complaints about the 2006 BMW K1200 S (33%) mention fuel leak. The model year with the most reports is 2006.
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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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