Model year guide
2002 BMW K1200LT
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2002 BMW K1200LT is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 5 on record.
2002 BMW K1200LT at a glance
Safety recallsNone
Owner complaints37
Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.
2002 BMW K1200LT recalls 0
No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2002 BMW K1200LT.
Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.
2002 BMW K1200LT common problems
The most-reported problem areas across all 37 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
Fuel System
Sniff for fuel odor, check for leaks, hard starts or stalling, and confirm the fuel gauge reads correctly.
Gasoline
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Fuel/propulsion System
Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
Hydraulic
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.