2009 BMW R1200 RT fuel system problems

Filed Dec 2, 2022 · Fuel system · AZ

The OEM plastic 90° quick discount fitting on top of the fuel pump started spraying fuel. I started smelling fuel on the interstate highway 10 and by the time I could pull over safely off the interstate I was covered with fuel. The fuel was running down on the hot exhaust pipe’s on the front left side of the motorcycle and spraying all over my face and legs. I could have been set on fire and burnt to death because of where the fuel was spraying from. This also could have cost the lives of the people on the interstate had i burst into flames and lost control of the motorcycle. When I called the BMW dealership in Tucson AZ the service tech told me that they had a medal aftermarket 90° fitting that would fix my problem. I replaced the fitting and the fuel leak was fixed. This motorcycle fuel pump was replaced 07/01/2014 at mileage 12,482 because of a fuel leak recall. I’m filling this report because this fitting fail happened without warning 15,700 miles after the fuel flange recall. This must be a common problem for the service tech to know over the phone the fox and have a aftermarket medal part that fixed the fuel leak. The location of this potential leak makes it extremely dangerous hazard.

Filed Aug 24, 2021 · Fuel system · WI

Throttle body cams broken, no symtoms, could have caused crash from complete power loss to the engine, could have crashed or been hit. Dealer replaced.

Filed May 15, 2021 · Fuel system · 75,600 miles · FL

My second motorcycle to have throttle body cam failure. This is becoming an issues as these bike reach higher mileage.

Filed Apr 30, 2021 · Fuel system · OK

Bmw have recall campaign no. 20v‑471: fuel pump. The dealer in my area (5th gear cycle 1200 w sw expy dr, broken arrow, ok 74012) is not able to schedule service before end of july. Bike currently is unusable as fuel drips over the exhaust.

Filed Apr 29, 2021 · Fuel system · 96,867 miles · FL

Throttle body plastic cams broke accelerating into on ramp of i4 in orlando. This caused the vehicle to immediately slow down to idle into rear approaching traffic.

Filed Apr 28, 2021 · Fuel system · 55,000 miles · NY

2009 bmw r1200rt motorcycle with 50,482 miles. Throttle cable pulleys/cams both showing signs of multiple cracks. Once they crack completely, the motorcycle becomes unrideable and must be towed. Throttle no longer functions and motorcycle just returns to idle. Must either replace entire throttle body or remove and replace existing plastic cams which have failed.

Filed Jan 29, 2019 · Fuel system · 2 miles · GA

After entering the interstate fuel began spewing from the upper left fairing area. I pulled off and shut it down. I couldn't tell where it originated from. It didn't appear any longer so I decided to return home, about 2 miles. Upon entering the interstate again fuel spewed out with such force it covered my entire left side and leg. I pulled off asap. A motorist saw me and stopped to help. He was afraid of a fire, as I was, and pulled out an extinguisher. Fuel was everywhere. He helped me tow it home.

Filed May 8, 2018 · Fuel system · 37,000 miles · PA

2014 recall on the fuel pump flange was issued and it was completed at a bmw dealer in june of 2014. Now may 6, 2018 the fuel pump flange has failed spraying fuel over the engine. I contacted the bmw customer service department they informed me that due to the part being over 2 years old and they no longer responsable for the replacement of the part. This is the same issue for the 2014 recall and now it has happened again.

Filed Sep 17, 2017 · Fuel system · 52,500 miles · WA

The vehicle has 52500 miles. After fueling the motorcycle I attempted to reset the trip odometer in the normal way by turning the throttle to maximum while holding the bc button on the dashboard. Bike was on, engine not running. The plastic pulleys on both throttle bodies snapped suddenly, leaving the throttle body set to full throttle. I verified this by starting the bike. If this pulley failure had happened while in motion it could have resulted in an accident. The throttle body pulleys are not replaceable nor are the throttle bodies serviceable. After a period of time the plastic pulley deteriorates due to heat and loses strength. I regard this as a defective design and safety hazard. The part should be metal as on previous models. My r1100rt has 150,000 miles and no issues with the tb pulleys. I would urge that bmw be required to recall the 2005-2009 models with these plastic pulleys and replace with metal ones or that they warranty the repair when this failure occurs.

Filed Jul 15, 2017 · Fuel system · 24,400 miles · TX

Re: VIN [xxx] dear bmw motorcycles of america I developed a serious and significant fuel leak today from the left side of my fairing/ tank of my r1200rt. The fuel only leaked when the key was on, or the engine was running, indicating the fuel was coming from the pressurized side of the fuel circuit, from likely the fuel pump flange. There is evidence in forums and the responses from owners to dealers that this fuel pump flange cracking is a common issue, and that there has been a recall issued (13v617000) for repair and replacement. I am the original owner of this bike and I never received a notice from bmw regarding this issue, and when I try to enter my VIN with the bmwusa.com site as well as with , I cannot make progress because I am told my VIN is invalid. This is not so, as I have had other warranty work notified and completed via this VIN. (repeated fuel strip sensor failure, and the rear wheel flange crack recall). Please contact me regarding this fuel leak recall issue and help arrange appropriate repairs and replacement. This is a failure of a part that is not normal wear and tear, and poses a significant safety risk for fire. Sincerely, information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).