Abs pump motor is failing on many of the same model bikes and some other 2006-2008 model bmw bikes with low mileage, because the brush holders in the ABS electrical motor are too tight and brushes get stuck in them - bad design of the ABS pump motor. Bmw will ask you loads of monies for the replacement of the pump, even tho they are fully aware it's a problem with many of the bikes.
2008 BMW R1200 RT: ABS light or ABS activating
7 of the 32 complaints about the 2008 BMW R1200 RT describe ABS light or ABS activating.
- owner complaints
- 7
- of this car's complaints
- 22%
- typical mileage
- 29,000
- recalls
- 2
Is there a fix? There are 2 recalls and 4 service bulletins for this area of the car. See below
ABS light or ABS activating by model year
- 20092
- 20087
- 20078
- 20064
- 20051
What owners say
The brake failure light came on, bmw shop said ABS unit is bad $2000 fix. On many bmw motorcycle forums there are many ABS unit failures. Bmw knows about these failures but does nothing.
Premature failure of the ABS pump at 29k miles. Vehicle was stationary. Brakes still function but without ABS.
Brake failure light came on while riding. Investigation by mechanic shows ABS has failed. Bike only has 26,000 miles. This is unacceptable and should be a recall based on information and reports on the various lists and boards I participate on. Fault codes 24048 (ABS pump motor defective) and 24049 (power supply to pump motor faulty). This is a design defect and based on it being an integral braking system failure should be recalled and repaired by manufacturer.
The ABS module failed while it was being driven on a highway. The dealer and bmw asked if it was parked outside and it was for a short time only. They said the module corroded. It is a sealed module and if it corroded it must have been defective in order to all the elements necessary in for it to corrode. Fortunately I am a very experienced rider and quickly released the brake as it locked up (what the ABS system is to prevent. I have never heard of an ABS module failing like this. I discussed this with the dealer and bmw and both declined to help.
The ABS and rear braking system failed. This was indicated by an instrument panel red warning light, "brake failure". As a result of this failure, the rear wheel brake did not operate as designed (integral brakes) and the ABS system was non-functional. The scanned codes state that the power supply to pump motor is faulty.
2008 bmw r1200rt with under 4,000 miles of service. Rear brake pulses unpredictable upon application. Not related to ABS. Bmw dealer analysis determined that it is due to improper surface tempering of the brake disk. This causes alternating patches of soft/hard surface on the disk. Bmw na refused to accept responsibility and provide coverage under warranty. This is an unsafe condition, shared by other model and year bmw motorcycles, for which bmw should provide recall and resolution.
Service bulletins that may apply
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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
- What is wrong
- Bmw is recalling 1,535 my 2007-2009 r1200rt motorcycles. Due to routing and assembly tolerances of the front brake lines, it is possible for the lines to be under strain. In combination with vibration during riding, the brake lines could develop a leak. The level of fluid in the front brake fluid reservoir could drop rendering the front brakes inoperative.
- Risk
- In the event that only the rear brakes were operational, severe loss of control during hard braking could result. This could result in a serious crash.
- Remedy
- Bmw will notify owners and repair the motorcycles with new front brake lines, with modified routing free of charge. The safety recall began on october 5, 2009. Owners may contact bmw at 1‑800‑831‑1117.
Recall number 09V256000 · Recall details
Questions about the 2008 BMW R1200 RT abs
Is ABS light or ABS activating a common problem on the 2008 BMW R1200 RT?
7 of 32 owner complaints about the 2008 BMW R1200 RT (22%) mention ABS light or ABS activating. The model year with the most reports is 2007.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2008 BMW R1200 RT?
There are 2 recalls and 4 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
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