Brake failure warning, no speedometer, no brake lights, no odometer, battery dies. The ABS unit has failed happened upon key on without starting vehicle.
2007 BMW R1200 GS brakes problems
10 complaints (24% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 22,715. 2 crashes reported.
- owner complaints
- 10
- of this car's complaints
- 24%
- typical mileage
- 22,715
- crashes
- 2
- recalls
- 2
Which part fails
Owners did not name a specific part.
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
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BMW R1200 GS brakes problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 2007 BMW R1200 GS brakes
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Related recalls
Service brakes, hydraulic
- What is wrong
- Bmw is recalling certain model year 2007 through 2009 r 1200 and k 1200 series motorcycles manufactured from august 2006 through may 2009. Due to the current routing of the front brake lines, it is possible that during riding, and therefore associated vibration. The brake lines could be under strain. If the vibration/strain is significant, the brake line could split and start to develop a leak.
- Risk
- If this goes unnoticed, and the brake fluid reservoir runs empty, the front brakes could fail, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Bmw will notify owners and dealers will install new brake lines, containing a "sleeve" along a portion of the lines free of charge. The safety recall began on september 20, 2010. Owners may contact bmw at 1‑800‑525‑7417.
Recall number 10V276000 · Recall details
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
- What is wrong
- Bmw is recalling 4,922 my 2007-2008 r1200r, my 2006-2007 r1200 gs, my 2007 r1200 st, and my 2008 r1200 gs adventure motorcycles. Due to the current routing of the front brake lines, it is possible that during riding, the brake lines could be under strain. If the vibration/strain is significant, the brake lines could split and start to develop a leak. If the leak became significant, brake fluid could escape. If this happened, the level of fluid in the reservoir of the front brake system could drop.
- Risk
- If fluid level drops significantly, the front brakes could fail increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and install new brake lines with a modified routing free of charge. The recall began during august 2008. Owners may contact bmw at 1‑800‑831‑1117.
Recall number 08V254000 · Recall details
What 2007 BMW R1200 GS owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Abs control shut itself off in the middle of the ride, resulting in reduced braking capability and rear wheel lock. After turning off the engine, ABS turned back on, but after couple of miles shut itself off again. Every time the engine is turned off and back on, the ABS activates itself, but then shuts itself off during the ride, reducing the braking capability of the motorcycle.
Failed ABS pump/modulator.
The ABS unit failed as well as the stop light, headlight, speedo, odometer, turn signal cancel and battery. Dealer said that its all caused by the ABS pump unit. After a $200 diagnosis, estimate to re[pair is $2500. This has been an ongoing issue with bmw motorcycles. Unsafe, no warning of failure! Twice the dealer has replaced brake lines to the ABS unit due to recall but this has not addressed the root problem, the ABS unit.
Front brake locked up while my wife and I were riding to new orleans, la. We were barely able to move the bike out of traffic and to the side of the freeway. Had to bleed pressure from the brake line to move it.
During routine service, it was noted that the rear wheel flange had developed stress fractures in 3 of 5 brake rotor mounting points. Internet investigation has revealed that this is a common occurrence for r1200 series bmw motorcycles. The replacement oem part has been redesigned multiple times in an apparent attempt to prevent recurrence. Complete failure of this part has been documented by owners, leading to vehicle damage and risk of loss of control. There have been incidents where wheel mounts have experience similar stress cracks.
The fuel pump outlet quick connector cracked, causing gasoline to leak out and spill all over the motorcycle creating a fire hazard and potential brake failure. Also the gasoline soaked my pants leg creating another fire hazard and skin rash.
The brake failure light came on at the beginning of an extended trip. I pulled over, shut the motorcycle off, restarted the motorcycle, and the brake failure light continued. Bmw service said the ABS control module had failed, and as a result no ABS brakes were available on the motorcycle, which could have resulted in a crash. Bmw charged $1000 for the part, plus labor, and has on two occasions since the replacement, refused to partially reimburse for this part or acknowledge that they may have a serious safety issue.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 bmw gsr1200 motorcycle. The contact stated that the rear wheel seized abnormally. The contact opened the reservoir for the brake chamber and found that the rubber was severely worn. The contact allowed the vehicle to cool down and the failure was corrected temporarily. The failure recurred later while the contact was driving at highway speeds. The steering wheel seized abnormally and the vehicle was flipped over. The contact sustained injuries to the knees. The contact later disconnected the ABS brake system and the failure was corrected. The contact spoke with the dealer and was told that they were not familiar with the type of failure that the contact had encountered and offered no further assistance. The vehicle was not inspected or repaired for the failure. The failure and current mileages were 46,000.
While riding during normal operations my front brakes engage and lock up the front tire, stopping the motorcycle in place. This has happened on multiple occasions. When this happens while making a turn I dropped the motorcycle, left the tire locked up, unable to move the motorcycle in traffic.
Questions about the 2007 BMW R1200 GS brakes
Does the 2007 BMW R1200 GS have brakes problems?
Owners have filed 10 complaints about the brakes of the 2007 BMW R1200 GS, 24% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 2007 BMW R1200 GS brakes problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 22,715 miles.
Was there a recall on the 2007 BMW R1200 GS brakes?
Yes, 2 recalls: 10V276000, 08V254000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
Other 2007 BMW R1200 GS problems
Fuel system 24Transmission 4Engine 3Airbags 1Body 1Electrical 1Lights 1Suspension 1
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