Flange on fuel pump leaks. It is the same fuel pump on the same model for 2011. Should be a recall for the 2012 model.
The worst 2012 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
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Recalls 1
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump
- What is wrong
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2011-2014 S 1000 RR/R/ HP4, R 1200 GS/GS Adventure/R/RT, K 1300 S, K 1600 GT/GTL/GTL Exclusive and 2014 R nine T motorcycles. The fuel pump, and auxiliary fuel pump in certain models, may crack and leak fuel during vehicle operation.
- Risk
- A fuel leak, in the presence of an ignition source, may result in a fire.
- Remedy
- BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began March 17, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1‑800‑525‑7417.
Recall number 21V060000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2012 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 40
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
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What 2012 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
After refueling my motorcycle, and drive off the gas station, I started to notice a strong gas smell while the vehicle was in motion. I rode for around 10 miles with it. After I pulled over to my home's driveway, and kept the motor running with the bike in the side stand, I notice a stronger smell and some smoke coming from the exhaust pipes. When I looked into the left side panel of the bike, I notice fuel leaking out from the quick disconnect coupling and dripping over the gas pump flange, all the way down to the exhaust pipe. I immediately switch off the engine and let the bike to cool off. The fuel leak was enough to create a small puddle on the floor. Certainly, it could have caught fire should have I not noticed that.
The fuel tank quick connect coupling cracked, leaked fuel and nearly caused a fire on the vehicle. I was riding the motorcycle on a roadway and when I stopped the fuel dripped onto the hot engine. The fuel started to smoke because I reacted quickly and shut down the engine I was able to prevent a fire from starting.
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Questions about the 2012 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure
Is the 2012 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure reliable?
Owners have filed 3 complaints about the 2012 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure, fewer than a typical R 1200 GS Adventure model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2012 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure?
Fuel and propulsion system, with 3 complaints.
How many recalls does the 2012 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure have?
1 recall, covering fuel system, gasoline.
Was there a recall on the 2012 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure fuel system?
Yes, 1 recall: 21V060000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the BMW R 1200 GS Adventure have the most fuel system problems?
The BMW R 1200 GS Adventure model years with the most fuel system complaints are 2007 (16 complaints) and 2008 (11 complaints).
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