Does the 2017 BMW R1200 GS have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2017 BMW R1200 GS, 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 2017 BMW R1200 GS?

Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine (2 complaints), followed by engine and engine cooling (1).

How many 2017 BMW R1200 GS complaints mention a crash or fire?

0 of 3 complaints report a crash and 1 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2017 BMW R1200 GS recalls and problems

2 recalls and 3 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2017 BMW R1200 GS.

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.

2017 BMW R1200 GS 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.

Engine2
Engine and engine cooling1
Service brakes1
Vehicle speed control1

What owners report

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

Oct 21, 2021 · Engine and engine cooling · 14,000 miles · fire reported
The contact owns a 2017 BMW R1200 GS. The contact stated while driving at 65 MPH, there was a sudden loss of motive power and the motorcycle was going at a slower speed, After an hour the motorcyclist was informed by another rider that the contact needed to pull over because they noticed smoke coming from motorcycle…

Nov 12, 2020 · Service brakes · 14,200 miles
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 BMW R1200 GS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE RIDING 50 MPH AND DEPRESSING THE REAR BRAKE PEDAL, THE MOTORCYCLE FAILED TO STOP. THE CONTACT DEPRESSED THE FRONT BRAKE TO BRING THE MOTORCYCLE TO A STOP. THE CONTACT CALLED TYTLERS CYCLE (2246 MID VALLEY DR, DE PERE, WI 54115, [phone removed])…

Oct 24, 2018 · Engine · 7,000 miles
WHILE THE MOTORCYCLE WAS DRIVEN AT A CONSTANT SPEED ON THE STREET, SUDDENLY AND WITHOUT WARNING THE ENGINE PROBLEM LIGHT COMES ON THE DASHBOARD. THE MOTORCYCLE THEN PROCEEDS INTO "EMERGENCY OPERATION MODE" WHERE THE RPMS IMMEDIATELY DROP TO 2000 RPMS OR LOWER CAUSING IMMEDIATE DECELERATION. ON A MOTORCYCLE THIS IS AN…

R1200 GS model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2014	3	14	1	0
2015	2	10	1	0
2016	2	12	1	0
2017	2	3	0	1
2018	1	4	1	0

Across all years, the 2005 R1200 GS has the most complaints (51). All BMW R1200 GS years →

Questions

Does the 2017 BMW R1200 GS have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2017 BMW R1200 GS, 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 2017 BMW R1200 GS?: Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine (2 complaints), followed by engine and engine cooling (1).
How many 2017 BMW R1200 GS complaints mention a crash or fire?: 0 of 3 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 October 21, 2021.