Does the 2003 BMW K 1200 S have any recalls?

1 recall found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: engine and engine cooling. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.

How do I check if my 2003 BMW K 1200 S recall has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a BMW dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.

How many complaints have owners filed about the 2003 BMW K 1200 S?

2 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.

2003 BMW K 1200 S recalls

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

1 recall found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 2003 BMW K 1200 S. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.

Has your BMW been repaired?

Recalls here come from NHTSA’s records for the model and year. Not every vehicle of a model is included in every recall, and this site can’t see whether a repair has been done. Only a VIN lookup can tell you that.

Check your VIN with NHTSA

NHTSA’s VIN search doesn’t show recalls that were already repaired, recalls more than 15 years old, or some small manufacturers’ recalls. A BMW dealer can also check your VIN. Recall repairs are free.

2003 BMW K 1200 S recalls, newest first

February 23, 2007NHTSA 07V0660006,631 vehicles potentially affected

Engine and engine cooling

Summary: On certain motorcycles, frequent short trips particularly during cold temperatures, can cause water to accumulate in the oil tank, and when the engine is running, escaping water vapor can condense on the oil tank air bleed valve. In freezing temperatures, this water could freeze and block the air bleed valve.
Consequence: It is possible that a pressure build up in the oil tank could cause it to rupture, allowing oil to leak onto the rear tire. An oil leak could cause a fire. Oil on the rear tire could cause loss of control.
Remedy: Dealers will install a new oil tank cap containing a valve to prevent overpressure in the tank free of charge. The recall began on April 10, 2007. Owners may contact BMW at 1-800-831-1117.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 2003 BMW K 1200 S with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public; NHTSA uses them to decide what to investigate.

Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Deaths reported: 0

Most complained-about components

And fittings1
Fuel system1
Gasoline › Delivery › Hoses1
Lines/piping1
Power train › Clutch assembly1

Other BMW K 1200 S years

Other 2003 BMW models

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2003 Honda Accord (24 recalls)
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All of 2003’s most recalled vehicles

Questions

Does the 2003 BMW K 1200 S have any recalls?: 1 recall found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: engine and engine cooling. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
How do I check if my 2003 BMW K 1200 S recall has been fixed?: Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a BMW dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2003 BMW K 1200 S?: 2 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.