Upon inspection, I discovered 4 of the 5 wheel mounting holes in the aluminum rear wheel flange are cracked. I have read about many people having this issue with this model vehicle. I've stopped riding until it is fixed because it could break causing an accident which could lead to injury or death.
The worst 2005 BMW R1200 GS problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
Problems by type
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- Fuel system20
- Transmission16
- Brakes8
- Body5
- Wheels5
- Electrical2
- Engine2
- Lights2
- Steering1
- Suspension1
- Tires1
Specific symptoms reported on the 2005 BMW R1200 GS
Recalls 9
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
Wheels: lugs/nuts/bolts/studs
- What is wrong
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2005-2010 R1200GS and R1200RT, 2006-2010 R1200GS Adventure, 2007-2010 R1200R, 2007 R1200S and K1200R Sport, 2005-2007 R1200ST, 2008-2009 HP2 Megamoto, 2006 HP2 Enduro, 2008-2010 HP2 Sport, 2005-2008 K1200S, 2006-2008 K1200R, K1200GT, 2009-2011 K1300S, 2010-2011 K1300R, and 2009-2010 K1300GT motorcycles. In the affected motorcycles, the rear wheel mounting flange may crack if the rear wheel mounting bolts are over tightened.
- Risk
- If the rear wheel mounting flange cracks, the mounting bolts may loosen and the rear wheel may not remain secured to the motorcycle, causing a loss of stability and increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the existing aluminum rear wheel flange with a steel one, free of charge. The recall began on May 7, 2015. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1‑800‑525‑7417.
Recall number 15V141000 · 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
Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
- What is wrong
- On certain motorcycles, under rapid, repeated, and unusually harsh braking, loss of ABS capability could temporarily occur.
- Risk
- Temporary loss of ABS braking could increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will add a physical restriction, in the form of a banjo bolt with a flow restrictor to the brake line, and on certain models dealers will install new front brake discs of a slightly larger thickness free of charge. The recall began on june 5, 2006, and will be a phased mailing through october 2006. Owners may contact bmw at 1‑800‑831‑1117.
Recall number 06V164000 · Recall details
Service brakes, hydraulic
- What is wrong
- On certain motorcycles, if certain procedures are performed that involves removal of the front left brake caliper, the ABS sensor cable can be routed incorrectly and when the caliper is reinstalled, the sensor cable can come into contact and rub against the front brake disc. Overtime, if the chafing becomes severe, it is possible to lose the ABS function.
- Risk
- Loss of ABS function could increase the risk of a crash during certain riding conditions.
- Remedy
- Dealers will attach additional retaining clips free of charge to the ABS sensor cable, which will provide a more secure connection to the wheel carrier. The recall began on june 5, 2006, and will be a phased mailing through october 2006. Owners may contact bmw at 1‑800‑831‑1117.
Recall number 06V134000 · Recall details
Engine and engine cooling
- What is wrong
- On certain motorcycles, exposure of the throttle housing to road debris could fall and become caught between the throttle-body and the engine block.
- Risk
- This could restrict movement of the throttle-cable pulley that, in turn, could affect throttle operation and increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install a cover over the throttle-cable pulley free of charge. The recall began on may 10, 2005. Owners may contact bmw at 1‑800‑831‑1117.
Recall number 05V172000 · Recall details
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump
- What is wrong
- On certain motorcycles, the defect involves a water leak around the fuel pump that is integrated within the fuel tank. An o-ring seal attached to the pump's electronic housing does not meet specifications and water can bypass this seal and contact the pump electronics.
- Risk
- Engine stalling, or a failure to start, could occur without prior warning. If stalling were to occur while the motorcycle was being driven, the rider would be unable to maintain speed or accelerate and a crash could occur without prior warning.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace a sealing ring. If the fuel pump electronic unit is corroded, it will be replaced free of charge. The recall began may 9, 2005. Additional my 2005 r1200 gs motorcycles were added to this recall in december 2005. Owners of my 2005 motorcycles will receive a notification during february 2006 through august 2006. Owners may contact bmw at 1‑800‑831‑1117.
Recall number 05V082000 · Recall details
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
- What is wrong
- On certain motorcycles, an adapter in the rear brake line connects a rigid section to a flexible section. If the rigid section is not properly engaged in the adapter, it is possible for a leak to develop.
- Risk
- Brake fluid loss could result. The rear braking capability would not be possible, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the rear brake line and adapter. If the inspection reveals that the rigid section of the brake line is not properly engaged in the adapter, then the entire adapter will be replaced. The recall began december 15, 2004. Owners should contact bmw at 1‑800‑831‑1117.
Recall number 04V576000 · Recall details
Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
- What is wrong
- On certain motorcycles, the integral anti-lock brake system (iabs) sensor sealing o-ring connection at the rear axle housing may be damaged. An oil leak may develop.
- Risk
- If this happens, oil could contact the rear wheel and the rear wheel brake disk, and the rider may not be able to control the motorcycle. A crash could occur.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the rear wheel iabs sensor sealing o-ring. The recall began july 14, 2004. Owners should contact bmw at 1‑800‑831‑1117.
Recall number 04V297000 · Recall details
See all 9 recalls for the 2005 BMW R1200 GS
Defect investigations
Fuel Leak - Motorycle
ODI began investigating this issue after owners of model year (MY) 2004-2011 R-series BMW motorcycles reported incidents of pressurized fuel leakage from the fuel pump flange.Some owners first became aware of the problem when their pant leg was fuel-soaked.Prior to opening our initial investigation on November 16, 2012, BMW had concluded that the small number of warranty claims and owner reports did not indicate the existence of a safety defect trend.However, during the course of responding to our information requests, BMW re-examined its data and decided to conduct a recall (13V‑617) of the subject motorcycles.In conducting recall 13V‑617, BMW voluntarily expanded the scope of affected vehicles from ODI'soriginal scope, MY2005-2008 R-series motorcycles, to include the primary and auxiliary fuel pumps on all MY 2005-2011 R-series, MY 2005-2011 K12&13 models, MY 2010-2011 RR models, and the MY 2012 K1600 motorcycles.The total number of motorcycles subject to this recalled is 50,184.The 55 reports cited in this investigation can be viewed at: http://www-odi.the federal safety agency.dot.gov/owners/Searchreference under the following complaint identification numbers:10485789,10449393,10521322,10475150,10435325,10493015,10471642, 10448216,10488899,10356156,10433733,10442023,10492342,10435968, 10492961,10504324,10485882,10433013,10453738,10474390,10417320, 10485276,10444876,10508150,10485807,10492118,10491835,10425962, 10430734,10488652,10485274,10493320,10522421,10399423,10443840, 10448325,10490417,10485452,10433589,10467136,10420291,10503806, 10532145,10523763,10523626,10425514,10354202,10437222,10444742, 10454834,10532172,10487624,10435984,10452476, 10485337
EA13006
Fuel Leak - Motorcycle
Owners of model year (MY) 2005-2008 R-Series motorcycles report substantial, high pressure fuel loss occurring when the fuel pump is energized.Many times they first become aware of the problem when fuel soaks their pant legs or is puddled under their parked motorcycle.The Office of Defects investigation (ODI) has obtained an owner video illustrating the issue.This video, and other material, may be found in the public file at ODI has learned that the subject fuel leak is due to cracks in the fuel outlet quick connector located on the in-tank fuel pump housing.While some owners, reluctant to incur the expense to replace the fuel pump assembly, have undertaken frequently ineffective do-it-yourself repairs primarily involving adhesive patches, two other remedies are available.The first, found in the after-market, is an aluminum clamp designed to reinforce the fuel outlet threaded flange.The second is BMW?s own remedy, appearing in early 2011, following introduction of the aftermarket clamp.It, too, involves a metal collar designed to support the fuel outlet threaded flange.In January 2004 BMW conducted safety recall 04V028 involving 2000 to 2004 Model Year K and R Series motorcycles for a pressurized fuel leak.In this case an O-ring in a fuel line quick connector could become damaged and BMW identified the potential for fire as a consequence of this failure.In its recall, influenced by an ODI investigation (PE03-054), BMW judged the fire risk to be low and the fuel loss to be insignificant -- occurring most often during cold starts -- resulting most often from improper servicing of the fuel line quick connector by its dealers. All of the complaints and warranty claims referenced in this resume involve verified fuel leaks rather than owners simply expressing a concern that a leak may develop in their subject motorcycle. With summer approaching and seasonal motorcycle usage increasing, ODI has upgraded PE12-036 to EA13-006 to further evaluate this issue, monitor fuel leak frequency, and determine the risk associated with the alleged fuel leaks.The ODI reports cited above can be reviewed at: http://www-odi.the federal safety agency.dot.gov/owners/Searchreference under the following complaint identification numbers: 540232, 765847, 10074376, 10159252, 10236289, 10339245, 10356156, 10417320, 10425962, 10430734, 10430822, 10432269, 10433589, 10433733, 10436885, 10437222, 10442023, 10443840, 10444670, 10444742, 10444876, 10445888, 10445954, 10448104, 10448104, 10448325, 10448592, 10449393, 10451907, 10452476, 10453738, 10460566, 10463408, 10463946, 10467136, 10470251, 10471518, 10471642, 10474390, 10475150, 10474390, 10475150, 10480052, 10480834, 10485274, 10485276, 10485292, 10485337, 10485348, 10485351, 10485376, 10485434, 10485452, 10485783, 10485789, 10485796, 10485807, 10485882, 10487501, 10487624, 10488652, 10488899, 10490417, 10490868, 10491835, 10492118, 10492342, 10492961, 10493015, 10493320, 10494927, 10494899, 10495307, 10496593, 10503488, 10503806, 10504130, 10504324, 10508135, 10508150
PE12036
Technical service bulletins for the 2005 BMW R1200 GS 65
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What 2005 BMW R1200 GS owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
After noticing a small amount of excessive movement in the rear wheel when riding through turns, I got home and inspected the area and found cracks in the aluminum rear wheel flange at the wheel mounting holes. After researching the issue, I discovered this is a recalled part under recall campaign 15v‑141. The recall instructs replacing the aluminum flange with a new steel flange. Furthermore, associated service bulletins 3300115(007) and 3300115(007)r3 display images of the recalled aluminum flange for easy identification and instructs dealerships to replace the aluminum flange with a new steel one, even if no cracks are present. My flange does match the images identifying it as the aluminum flange in question. Also, to be thorough, I placed a magnet on the flange, and it did not stick. It would have stuck to a steel flange. According to the details of the recall on the federal safety agency site, the recall does cover the year and model of my vehicle, but, when I research my VIN, the recall does not show up.
Leaking fuel flanged, the material is made of plastic and prone to breaking that can cause fuel to leak to the engine then igniting the fuel that will start engine fire.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 bmw r1200 gs. The contact stated that while driving approximately 20 MPH, fuel had leaked from the fuel pump flange and sprayed onto the riders leg and parts of the motorcycle. The cause of the failure was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer and an unknown local dealer were notified of the failure but no assistance was offered. The contact was informed that the motorcycle was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 13v617000 (fuel system) although the motorcycle had experienced the same failure listed in the recall. The failure mileage was 24,000.
Abs pump failure.
I experienced a 100% no brakes situation coming into a slow speed 90 degree turn on a back road. Luckily I hadn't been going to fast and was able to down shift and scrub a little speed but forced with only engine braking and a very old asphalt road covered in gravel I had to lay it down to stop from going into a 60ft+ ravine. I've put 250-300k of street riding under my butt and this is the first time I've laid a bike down. I did hurt my left leg and I have a huge bruise there now and my crash bars prevented any major damage to the bike but it did still cause about $500 in damages. I'm well aware of the problems that the 05-06 servo bikes have had with brake failure but I've always read that the residual brakes are still there if the servos fail. I can attest I had zero brakes! Lever went to the bars and rear just fell down and had nothing. I've actually practice a couple panic stops with the ignition off to experience what just the residual brake feel like and I was able stop fairly normal with just some increase effort. This was not that! After the crash I turned off the bike and another rider helped me pick it up. Upon turning it back on I still had zero brakes the lever just went to the bars and rear had nothing. When I turned the bike back on I had the ABS and brake failure lights flashing and the servo never kicked on to do its bit cycle. So me and the other guy sat there talking about what just happened and about 2 minutes or so went by and all of a sudden the servos kicked on and all the warning lights went off and my brakes where back to normal!!! I turned the bike off and now I had residual brakes again! This failure could have very well killed me if it happened in multiple areas earlier in the ride. A quick google search shows that this has happened to numerous people.
Upon replacing rear tire at the bmw dealership, noticed a cracked rear wheel flange. These cracks appeared on 4 of 5 attachment points where the flange bolts onto the rear drive. This is a part that holds the wheel to the motorcycle. Spoke to bmw na and they do recognize the problem as inherent defect, and have not recalled despite having redesigned the replacement part several times over the last few years (implied admission by bmw of the inherent defect due to redesign). This is safety issue related to an inherent defect of safety critical part - the rear wheel flange. Failure of this part while the vehicle is being operated may cause loss of rear brake function, loss of steering ability, sudden seizure of rear wheel, and/or possible loss of rear wheel. This may lead to serious injury and even death.
Tl* the contact owns 2005 bmw r1200 gs. The contact stated that while inspecting the motorcycle, the contact discovered that there was a crack on the rear wheel flange. The motorcycle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed with a fractured wheel flange. The manufacture was made aware of the failure. The failure and current mileage was 47,000.
Replaced rear tire and noticed cracks on hub flange. Went online to see if any body else had same problem . Found many other complaints. Years 2004-2007. Part was redesigned and replaced from 2008 thru present. Want to report before somebody dies or is seriously injured. Needs to be recalled by bmw.
I was replacing my rear brake rotor. The rotor is bolted to a piece called a flange (part number 33117722831) using 5 bolts. I found that each of the 5 bolt holes in the flange are cracked. If this part were to come apart while riding I think it would cause the rear wheel to lock up and skid or possibly worse. The flange (part number 33117722831) is also part of the power train and rear wheel drive system (also known as the final drive system) for the bmw r1200gs motorcycle. The bmw must know that this is a dangerous problem because they have redesigned the part. Searching the internet for "bmw r1200gs flange crack" returns many pages of information on this problem. Here is a good summary: http://www.mts1200.info/motorcycleinfo/indexe65d.html?fa=contentgeneric.nkyqiukevryeuzut&pageid=360814.
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Questions about the 2005 BMW R1200 GS
Is the 2005 BMW R1200 GS reliable?
Owners have filed 51 complaints about the 2005 BMW R1200 GS, 5.1 times a typical R1200 GS model year. It is one of the years we flag to avoid.
What is the 2005 BMW R1200 GS year score?
The 2005 BMW R1200 GS scores 10 out of 100 (poor). The score compares it with the other model years of the BMW R1200 GS: 75 is a typical year, 50 means twice the usual complaints, and serious complaints and recalls lower it.
What is the most common problem with the 2005 BMW R1200 GS?
Fuel and propulsion system, with 20 complaints, typically around 35,000 miles. Next is transmission (16).
How many recalls does the 2005 BMW R1200 GS have?
9 recalls, covering fuel system, gasoline, wheels and service brakes, hydraulic.
Was there a recall on the 2005 BMW R1200 GS fuel system?
Yes, 3 recalls: 20V471000, 13V617000, 05V082000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the BMW R1200 GS have the most fuel system problems?
The BMW R1200 GS model years with the most fuel system complaints are 2007 (24 complaints), 2008 (24 complaints) and 2005 (20 complaints).
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