The throttle body has plastic pulleys for the throttle flapper cam. These plastic parts fail. My motorcycle lost power in freeway traffic and I nearly was ran over by traffic when this part failed.
The worst 2013 BMW R1200 RT problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Fuel system3
- Transmission2
- Acceleration1
- Electrical1
- Lights1
Problems by type
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- Fuel system3
- Transmission2
- Acceleration1
- Electrical1
- Lights1
- Suspension1
Recalls 1
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump
- What is wrong
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2011-2014 S 1000 RR/R/ HP4, R 1200 GS/GS Adventure/R/RT, K 1300 S, K 1600 GT/GTL/GTL Exclusive and 2014 R nine T motorcycles. The fuel pump, and auxiliary fuel pump in certain models, may crack and leak fuel during vehicle operation.
- Risk
- A fuel leak, in the presence of an ignition source, may result in a fire.
- Remedy
- BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began March 17, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1‑800‑525‑7417.
Recall number 21V060000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2013 BMW R1200 RT 40
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
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- 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...
- 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
- BMW Motorrad has ascertained that incorrect usage, such as overloading, can result in the threaded...
What 2013 BMW R1200 RT owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
The contact owns a 2013 BMW R 1200. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 21V060000 (fuel system, gasoline) however, the part to do the recall repair was not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. A local dealer was made aware of the issue and informed the contact that they were awaiting parts from the manufacturer vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
Right-side swingarm pivot pin bolts loosen
Fuel pump flange cracked, resulting in fuel leaking down the side of the bike and onto hot components while riding or at idle. Safety hazard and fire hazard possibly resulting in fire and personal injury.
While riding motorcycle there was a catastrophic failure of the u-joint/drive shaft causing the motorcycle to stop while at highway speed. Rear wheel subsequently locked up. Damage was caused to the swing arm by the drive shaft. The motorcycle was smoking due to the heat created. Over $3100. In damages. This is the second bmw motorcycle I've owned that the same catestrophic failure has occurred on. I have additional photos I'd be happy to share.
Left side multifunction switch failure (inop. Several functions-turn signal, cruise control, high/low beam lights and info.display) caused total loss of low/high beam lights while riding at night.
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Questions about the 2013 BMW R1200 RT
Is the 2013 BMW R1200 RT reliable?
Owners have filed 6 complaints about the 2013 BMW R1200 RT, fewer than a typical R1200 RT model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2013 BMW R1200 RT?
Fuel and propulsion system, with 3 complaints. Next is transmission (2).
How many recalls does the 2013 BMW R1200 RT have?
1 recall, covering fuel system, gasoline.
Was there a recall on the 2013 BMW R1200 RT fuel system?
Yes, 1 recall: 21V060000. 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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