How many recalls does the 2008 BMW R 1200 R have?

The 2008 BMW R 1200 R has 1 recall on record from Transport Canada and NHTSA.

What is the most recent recall for the 2008 BMW R 1200 R?

The most recent recall was issued on March 11, 2015 and relates to the wheels:lugs/nuts/bolts/studs system.

Are there any high-risk recalls for the 2008 BMW R 1200 R?

Yes, there is 1 high-risk recall for the 2008 BMW R 1200 R involving serious safety concerns.

Is the 2008 BMW R 1200 R affected by any Canadian recalls?

There are currently no Transport Canada recalls on record for the 2008 BMW R 1200 R.

2008 BMW R 1200 R

1 Recall

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NHTSA (USA)Critical

March 11, 2015

2007–2010 BMW R 1200 R NHTSA Campaign #15V141000

WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS

Defect

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.

Safety 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.

43,426 vehicles affectedUpdated May 25, 2026

2008 BMW R 1200 R

What Owners Report

Federal Crash Test Ratings