Does the 2001 BMW K1200 LT have any recalls?

NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2001 BMW K1200 LT as of October 27, 2026.

What are the most common problems with the 2001 BMW K1200 LT?

Owners have filed 25 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is power train (12 complaints), followed by service brakes, hydraulic (8).

How many 2001 BMW K1200 LT complaints mention a crash or fire?

0 of 25 complaints report a crash and 1 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2001 BMW K1200 LT recalls and problems

No recalls and 25 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2001 BMW K1200 LT.

recalls

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2001 BMW K1200 LT recalls

NHTSA lists no recalls for this model year.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Power train12
Service brakes, hydraulic8
Suspension3
Exterior lighting1
Fuel system, gasoline1
Visibility1
Wheels1

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Mar 13, 2012 · Power train · 45,151 miles
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 BMW K1200 LT MOTORCYCLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH, HE FELT A SLIGHT VIBRATION. AFTER PULLING OVER HER NOTICED THAT THERE WAS AN OIL LEAK ON THE REAR TIRE. THE MOTORCYCLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE THEY ADVISED HIM THAT THE BEARINGS HAD FAILED AND CAUSED…

Feb 3, 2012 · Power train · 87,000 miles
I HAD THE SAME FAILURE AS DESCRIBED IN ODI NO. 10439549, AND > CURRENTLY BEING INVESTIGATED UNDER CAMPAIGN DP12001. GEAR OIL LEAKED. THIS FAILURE HAPPENED 850 MILES FROM HOME AND HAD TO BE TOWED HOME.

Dec 6, 2011 · Power train · 59,310 miles
2001 BMW K1200LT. REQUEST FOR INVESTIGATION INTO BMW MOTORCYCLE FINAL DRIVE FAILURES THE CONSUMER STATED WHEN HE ATTEMPTED TO BRING THE MOTORCYCLE TO A SAFE STOP, HE DISCOVERED THE REAR BRAKES DID NOT WORK, WHICH FORCED HIM TO USE THE FRONT BRAKES ONLY, WHICH EXTENDED HIS STOPPING DISTANCE. HE WAS ABLE TO BRING THE…

Jul 2, 2010 · Service brakes, hydraulic · 44,000 miles
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC: ANTILOCK ON A 2001 BMW.

Apr 10, 2010 · Service brakes, hydraulic · 91,500 miles
UNEXPECTED FAILURE OF REAR BEARING ON 2001 BMW K1200LT MOTORCYCLE. REAR BEARING OIL SEAL ALSO FAILED, CAUSING OIL LEAKAGE ONTO TIRES AND BRAKING SURFACES. VEHICLE WAS ABLE TO WAS REMOVED FROM SERVICE IMMEDIATELY AFTER FAILURE, BEFORE OIL IMPAIRED BRAKING ABILITIES. BEARING AND HOUSING WILL BE REPLACED.

K1200 LT model years compared

Year	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2000	51	0	0
2001	25	0	1
2002	37	1	1
2003	21	2	2
2004	4	1	0

Across all years, the 2000 K1200 LT has the most complaints (51). All BMW K1200 LT years →

Questions

Does the 2001 BMW K1200 LT have any recalls?: NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2001 BMW K1200 LT as of October 27, 2026.
What are the most common problems with the 2001 BMW K1200 LT?: Owners have filed 25 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is power train (12 complaints), followed by service brakes, hydraulic (8).
How many 2001 BMW K1200 LT complaints mention a crash or fire?: 0 of 25 complaints report a crash and 1 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received March 13, 2012.