BMW R1200 Gs Adventure years to avoid
Across 2006–2018, no single R1200 Gs Adventure year stands out as one to avoid by our thresholds. The 2008 drew the most complaints; 2016 the fewest.
47
Total complaints
9
Recall campaigns
2006–2018
Years covered
0
Years to avoid
Complaints by model year
Every R1200 Gs Adventure year
| Year | Complaints | Recalls | Investigations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 1 | 0 | |
| 2017 | 3 | 4 | |
| 2016 | 0 | 4 | |
| 2015 | 4 | 4 | |
| 2011 | 0 | 2 | |
| 2010 | 1 | 2 | |
| 2009 | 0 | 1 | |
| 2008 | 18 | 5 | |
| 2007 | 17 | 2 | |
| 2006 | 3 | 2 |
Common questions
What is the best year for the BMW R1200 Gs Adventure?
By complaint volume, 2016 has the cleanest NHTSA record among R1200 Gs Adventure years with enough data to compare.
How many recalls does the BMW R1200 Gs Adventure have?
Across all model years, the R1200 Gs Adventure has 9 distinct NHTSA recall campaigns and 47 consumer complaints on file.
Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.