Does the 2015 BMW R1200 GS Adventure have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2015 BMW R1200 GS Adventure, the most recent reported on July 28, 2017 (Equipment). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2015 BMW R1200 GS Adventure?

Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is service brakes (4 complaints).

How many 2015 BMW R1200 GS Adventure complaints mention a crash or fire?

0 of 4 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2015 BMW R1200 GS Adventure recalls and problems

2 recalls and 4 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2015 BMW R1200 GS Adventure.

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.

2015 BMW R1200 GS Adventure recalls

Equipment

NHTSA campaign 17V481000 · reported July 28, 2017 · BMW of North America, LLC · 47,775 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2013-2017 F800R and F800GT motorcycles, 2014-2018 R1200GS and R1200GS Adventure motorcycles, 2016-2017 S1000XR motorcycles and 2015-2017 R1200R and R1200RS, 2008-2012 F650GS, 2008-2018 F800GS, and 2014-2017 F800GS Adventure motorcycles. When equipped with the optional aluminum luggage cases, the rear reflex reflectors may be partially blocked. The aluminum case mounts for the R1200GS and R1200GS Adventure may also partially block the reflectors. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
The risk: If the rear reflex reflectors are obscured from view, it can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will install reflectors on the cases or for the case mounts, an additional bracket with rear reflex reflectors, free of charge. The recall began October 16, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Suspension: front

NHTSA campaign 17V438000 · reported July 10, 2017 · BMW of North America, LLC · 14,626 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2014-2017 BMW R1200GS and BMW R1200GS Adventure motorcycles. The motorcycle fixed fork tube may separate from the pressed in seal plug that secures the tube to the upper triple clamp.
The risk: If the fork tube detaches from the sealing plug, the handling and stability of the motorcycle will be affected, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will add an additional fixed fork tube bush. A fork that is sufficiently damaged will be replaced with a modified new part. These repairs will be made free of charge. The recall began August 31, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Most reported problems

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

Service brakes4

What owners report

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

May 10, 2021 · Service brakes · 8,000 miles
WHEN YOU APPLY THE REAR BRAKE, THE BRAKE PEDAL GETS MUSHY TO THE POINT IT WILL NOT STOP THE VEHICLE

Jan 18, 2021 · Service brakes · 2,516 miles
REAR BRAKES JUST GO OUT. NO WARNING. I CHECKED A FORUM AND IT IS AN ISSUE WITH MULTIPLE YEARS. NO RECALLS. YOU JUST LOSE YOUR REAR BRAKES COMPLETELY. I NOTICED AFTER A SHORT TRIP THIS WEEKEND. YOU CAN TELL WHEN RIDING OR STILL. HERE IS A BMW FORUM WITH COMPLAINTS…

Aug 7, 2020 · Service brakes · 23,000 miles
REAR BRAKE FAILS DUE TO AIR IN THE SYSTEM WHILE RIDING. NO FLUID LEAKS FOOT PEDAL BECOMES SOFT THEN NO BRAKE AT ALL.

Nov 30, 2018 · Service brakes · 38,000 miles
I AM A LONG-TIME MOTORCYCLE OWNER/RIDER (50 YRS) AND HAVE WORKED PROFESSIONALLY AS A MOTORCYCLE MECHANIC.SINCE NEW MY 2015 BMW R1200 GS ADVENTURE'S REAR BRAKE ACCUMULATES AIR BUBBLES IN THE SYSTEM CAUSING A "SOFT" REAR BRAKE PEDAL REDUCING BRAKING PERFORMANCE. EVERY 1 TO 2,000MILES I HAVE TO BLEED THE REAR BRAKE FLUID…

R1200 GS Adventure model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints
2012	1	3
2013	1	0
2014	3	2
2015	2	4
2016	2	0
2017	2	7
2018	0	1

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Questions

Does the 2015 BMW R1200 GS Adventure have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2015 BMW R1200 GS Adventure, the most recent reported on July 28, 2017 (Equipment). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2015 BMW R1200 GS Adventure?: Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is service brakes (4 complaints).
How many 2015 BMW R1200 GS Adventure complaints mention a crash or fire?: 0 of 4 complaints report a crash and 0 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 May 10, 2021.