THE ABS (ANTI LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM) BRAKE MODULE FAILED. FOR SUCH AN IMPORTANT PART OF THE BRAKING SYSTEM THIS IS TOTALLY UNACCEPTABLE FOR A VEHICLE WITH SUCH LOW MILES AND DATE OF MANUFACTURE. *TR
2007 BMW R 1200 RT brakes problems
moderate 4 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $450
Complaints
4
Recalls
0
Crashes
0
Avg fix
$450
What owners are reporting 4 most recent
ABS PUMP FAILED AFTER ~ 21,000 MILES LEAVING ME WITHOUT ANY ABS. TRIED TO COME TO A STOP ON A HIGHWAY ON-RAMP AND LOCKED THE REAR TIRE UP AND SKIDDED FOR ~ 25 FT BEFORE STOPPING. DON'T UNDERSTAND HOW A KEY PIECE OF SAFETY EQUIPMENT CAN FAIL WITH SUCH LOW MILES AND THERE IS NO RECALL OR GOODWILL ON BMW'S PART TO REPLACE THE DEFECTIVE PART. *TR
AT THAT LOW MILEAGE A FEW MONTHS AFTER PURCHASE OF THE MOTORCYCLE I WAS ALERTED TO "BRAKE FAILURE" LAMP ON INSTRUMENT CLUSTER. I WAS TOLD BY DEALER (WHO WAS IN NEW JERSEY - BIKE WAS SHIPPED TO CHICAGO) THAT THIS FAULT WOULD PROBABLY DISAPPEAR AFTER SOME MORE USE OF BIKE. I WAS ASSURED THAT BRAKE FUNCTIONS WERE NOT AFFECTED. THE FAULT CODE SUPPLIED BY A LOCAL DEALER WAS AT 232 MILES AND IT WAS 005…
FINAL DRIVE ON MOTORCYCLE LEAKING OIL ONTO BRAKE ROTOR AND PADS. IF I DID NOT STOP THE REAR DRIVE WOULD HAVE FAILED CAUSING POSSIBLE LOCKUP OF REAR WHEEL AND LOSS OF CONTROL
Common questions
How serious is the brakes problem on the 2007 BMW R 1200 RT?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 4 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $450 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the brakes typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $450 for brakes repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to brakes?
No active recalls currently cover brakes issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Other problem areas on this vehicle
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities.
Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area.
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