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2007 BMW R1200 Gs Adventure problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 17 complaints on file for the 2007 BMW R1200 Gs Adventure — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 2 recall campaigns apply to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

17

NHTSA complaints

2

Recalls

2

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

1

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2007 compare to other R1200 Gs Adventure years?

R1200 Gs Adventure NHTSA complaints by model year, 2007 highlighted18 complaints2006: 3 complaints2007: 17 complaints2008: 18 complaints2009: 0 complaints2010: 1 complaints2011: 0 complaints2015: 4 complaints2016: 0 complaints2017: 3 complaints2018: 1 complaints
R1200 Gs Adventure NHTSA complaints by model year, 2007 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2007 BMW R1200 Gs Adventure problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Fuel System1271%
Brakes212%
Transmission212%
Tires & Wheels16%

Does the 2007 BMW R1200 Gs Adventure have recalls?

2 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

20V471000Fuel SystemAugust 10, 2020 · 16,926 units

Defect

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2009-2011 K1300 (S, GT), 2010-2011 S1000 RR, 2005-2011 R1200 (GS, GS Adventure, R, RT, S, ST), 2006-2010 HP2 (Enduro, Megamoto, Sport), 2005-2008 K1200 (R, R Sport, S, GT), and 2012 K1600 (GT, GTL) motorcycles that were repaired under recall 13V-617 with the support ring remedy and where the fuel pump was not replaced at a later date. This recall involves the fuel pump, and also the auxiliary fuel pump as applicable. The affected motorcycles have a fuel pump flange that may crack, possibly resulting in a fuel leak while the engine is running.

Consequence

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump(s) with an improved version, free of charge. The recall began January 18, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

17E052000LightingAugust 21, 2017 · 9,000 units

Defect

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain accessory turn signals manufactured for 2006-2017 R1200GS, 2007-2008 and 2010-2017 R1200GS Adventure, 2017 F700GS and F800GS, 2013-2017 F800GT, 2015-2016 F800R, 2014-2017 F800GS Adventure, 2014-2016 S1000R, 2015-2017 R1200R, 2016-2017 R1200RS, and 2010-2017 S1000RR motorcycles. As designed, these accessory turn signals may be insufficiently visible to other drivers, and, as such, fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Consequence

If other drivers cannot easily see the turn signals, there would be an increased risk of a crash.

Remedy

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the turn signals, free of charge. The recall began October 25, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“NEW BMW MOTORCYCLE, 2007 GS ADV. FUEL GAUGE FAILED WITH IN WEEKS. REPAIRED TWICE. 3 MONTHS OUT OF WARRANTY, FAILED AGAIN. DISCOVERED BY RUNNING OUT OF GAS AWAY FROM HOME. REPORTED TO DEALER AND HE INDICATED BMW WOULD NOT FIX. HOWEVER, THIS ISSUE IS SO PROBLEMATIC THAT BMW HAS PUT A DIFFERENT SEND…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · February 5, 2011

“VIBRATION FELT WHICH WORSENED UNDER POWER AND DIMINISHED WHEN POWER WAS REDUCED. PULLED OFF THE ROAD AND NOTED SMOKE AND ODOR FROM FRONT DRIVE SHAFT U-JOINT AREA. *TR”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · August 22, 2013

“PREMATURE ABS PUMP FAILURE, WHILE DIAGNOSING INOPERATIVE SPEEDOMETER TECHNICIAN FOUND THAT WHEEL SPEED SENSORS ARE GOOD AS ARE VEHICLE CONTROL UNITS CONNECTED TO ABS MODULATOR BUT THERE IS NO COMMUNICATION FROM THE ABS MODULATOR PUMP TO THE CONTROL UNITS, ABS UNIT TEST AS FAILED, TECHNICIAN…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · March 18, 2016

“TL*THE CONTACT OWNS SHINKO E705 TIRES, DOT# H67VKJE, SIZE 110/90/19 ON A 2007 BMW R1200GS ADVENTURE MOTORCYCLE. YOKOHAMA IS THE TIRE MANUFACTURER. THE DRIVER SIDE REAR TIRE HAS DEVELOPED CRACKS IN BETWEEN THE TIRE TREAD. THE TIRES HAVE NOT BEEN INSPECTED BY THE DEALER. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Tires & Wheels · October 7, 2009

2007 BMW R1200 Gs Adventure — common questions

Is the 2007 BMW R1200 Gs Adventure reliable?

The record is thin — 17 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 2 recalls should be verified as completed.

What are the most common 2007 R1200 Gs Adventure problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are fuel system (12 complaints), transmission (2 complaints), brakes (2 complaints).

Does the 2007 BMW R1200 Gs Adventure have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 2007 BMW R1200 Gs Adventure. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Is the 2007 BMW R1200 Gs Adventure under NHTSA investigation?

NHTSA opened 2 investigations into this model year; all are now closed.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.