Tl* the contact owns a 2006 bmw r1200 rt. While driving 55 MPH, the contact smelled fuel coming from the fuel pump. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The contact stopped the vehicle and noticed fuel leaking over the engine. The contact associated the failure with the federal safety agency campaign number: 13v617000 (fuel system, gasoline). The contact called bmw motorcycles mcdonough (located at 755 industrial blvd, mcdonough, ga 30253, (770) 957-7404) and informed them of the failure. The motorcycle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 41,109. *ln consumer stated this issue was addressed once in recall 13v617 in 2014. Repair history indicates my bike was checked for this issue but there is no information on whether repairs were performed. Given the information in the technical document, either the pump was replaced entirely or there was nothing done. No metal reinforcing ring was placed on the fuel pump, so either the pump was replaced with another faulty pump or no repairs were made. This recall was not addressed on my bike even though the bike was checked. I am having the exact issue mentioned for siemens fuel pumps in bmw motorcycles under the recall. Photos, fuel leak the federal safety agency investigation, and 2006 bmw repair history attached.
The worst 2006 BMW R1200 RT problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
Problems by type
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- Fuel system30
- Transmission15
- Brakes7
- Acceleration2
- Wheels2
- Body1
- Electrical1
- Locks1
Specific symptoms reported on the 2006 BMW R1200 RT
Recalls 6
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
Power train: clutch assembly
- What is wrong
- On certain motorcycles, the clutch components could become loose while the motorcycle is being operated.
- Risk
- If this happened, the components could exit through the engine casting increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install new clutch components free of charge. All motorcycles are located at dealers. No motorcycles have been sold to customers.
Recall number 06V104000 · Recall details
See all 6 recalls for the 2006 BMW R1200 RT
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 2006 BMW R1200 RT 54
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- The electrical system of BMW vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few...
- Since October 2023, a new maintenance schedule is valid for all K5x models
- BMW Motorrad USA has become aware of a potential durability issue with the film type fuel level sender...
- Multiple factors may
- BMW Motorrad is aware of a number of cases in which the screw connections of the Paralever link and/or the...
- Multiple factors may
- Battery empty despite charger.
- BMW Motorrad has ascertained that in isolated cases the fuse for the voltage regulator is not correctly...
- When diagnosing fault codes (0x3A13D7, 0x3A13D9), technicians erroneously condemn the electronic throttle...
- The bike does not shut down with a short press of the keyless ride button
What 2006 BMW R1200 RT owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
The fuel strip that reads gasoline level is defective. First repair lasted less than 200 miles. Recent replacement failed as I made the turn out of the dealership from the last repair.
While driving southbound on I-79 near pittsburgh at approximately 70 MPH the rear universal joint let go. This caused the motorcycle rear wheel to intermittently lock up and release. The universal has no means to lubricate it and no noise or vibration was heard or felt before failure.
As I was decelerating for a turn I felt a shudder and heard a grinding noise and lost rear wheel braking. I pulled to the side of the road and upon examination of the rear wheel discovered that the rear brake disc was separated from the brake mounting flange. Each of the five mounting holes had failed and allowed the disc to separate. The rear wheel is also bolted to this flange. Subsequent research has revealed that this is not an uncommon problem. My feeling is that this type failure could cause a catastrophic failure since it involves a failure at speed and relates to the rear wheel and rear brake mounting flange. Definitely a safety issue!
While changing my rear brakes, I noticed that the rear spacer flange that attaches the wheel to the rotor is cracked in 3 different mounting areas. I do not ride off road or otherwise abuse the bike.
As I was traveling at 70 MPH on the highway I felt my motorcycle all of a sudden wobble and lost control. I struggle to regain control of the motorcycle and was able to bring the motorcycle to a stop by the shoulder of the road. It appeared my final drive (transmission ) had failed prematurely. There were oil from the final drive splattered all over my rear wheel. This was a freighting experience and could have resultant in serious injury to me because of a premature failure of the final drive.
Fuel leak: the plastic around the fuel pump output fitting is cracked and leaking. My left leg was covered in gasoline as well as my left fairing.
I was cruising along on my bmw r1200 rt at the 70mph speed limit when all the sudden the brake failure light flashed repeatedly on the dash, along with a red warning triangle. I immediately look for the next exit, but before I get to the exit, I encounter a heavy rain. When I try to slow the bike, the brakes are numb, and very difficult to press. This causes an immediate panic, but I'm able to slow the bike after a very long interval. I park the bike and read the owners manual about the failure. It is described as a serious failure which will cause the servo assist to be deactivated, but the bike is still rideable. Since I was over 300 miles from home, I attempted to manage the problem as the manual recommended. The bike is basically unrideable and not controllable when this error appears. There is no way to control your stop, and this is nothing like just losing your ABS, and having to resort to regular brakes. This is like having about 30% of your brakes available! Which is terrifying. I don't know why this system is designed this way,or why bmw would suggest it's okay to continue to ride in this manner. I felt like my chances of being in an accident were increased by 120%. This braking system is dangerous. So much so, that I found out that bmw discontinued its use after the 2006 production and went with a totally new system. This system was only used for 2 years on the r1200rt. I would love to know why this system wasn't recalled, and what bmw knows about the failure potential. Maybe that's why they discontinued it. I felt my life was put in danger by riding this motorcycle. Bmw should be held accountable.
While riding my bike on 280 south, I had to make an emergency stop. The rear brakes locked up, & the bike's rear slid out. The ABS was inoperative, due to a faulty ABS modulator. This is a common problem, which bmw is well aware of. They refuse to have a factory recall on this part.
I was cruising along on my bmw r1200 rt at the 70mph speed limit when all the sudden the brake failure light flashed repeatedly on the dash, along with a red warning triangle. I immediately look for the next exit, but before I get to the exit, I encounter a heavy rain. When I try to slow the bike, the brakes are numb, and very difficult to press. This causes an immediate panic, but I'm able to slow the bike after a very long interval. I park the bike and read the owners manual about the failure. It is described as a serious failure which will cause the servo assist to be deactivated, but the bike is still rideable. Since I was over 300 miles from home, I attempted to manage the problem as the manual recommended. The bike is basically unrideable and not controllable when this error appears. There is no way to control your stop, and this is nothing like just losing your ABS, and having to resort to regular brakes. This is like having about 30% of your brakes available! Which is terrifying. I don't know why this system is designed this way,or why bmw would suggest it's okay to continue to ride in this manner. I felt like my chances of being in an accident were increased by 120%. This braking system is dangerous. So much so, that I found out that bmw discontinued its use after the 2006 production and went with a totally new system. This system was only used for 2 years on the r1200rt. I would love to know why this system wasn't recalled, and what bmw knows about the failure potential. Maybe that's why they discontinued it. I felt my life was put in danger by riding this motorcycle. Bmw should be held accountable. Thanks.
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Questions about the 2006 BMW R1200 RT
Is the 2006 BMW R1200 RT reliable?
Owners have filed 54 complaints about the 2006 BMW R1200 RT, 6.0 times a typical R1200 RT model year. It is one of the years we flag to avoid.
What is the most common problem with the 2006 BMW R1200 RT?
Fuel and propulsion system, with 30 complaints, typically around 29,796 miles. Next is transmission (15).
How many recalls does the 2006 BMW R1200 RT have?
6 recalls, covering fuel system, gasoline, wheels and service brakes, hydraulic.
Was there a recall on the 2006 BMW R1200 RT fuel system?
Yes, 2 recalls: 20V471000, 13V617000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the BMW R1200 RT have the most fuel system problems?
The BMW R1200 RT model years with the most fuel system complaints are 2007 (37 complaints), 2006 (30 complaints) and 2005 (22 complaints).
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