Every 2013 BMW F800 GS recall
Each campaign as NHTSA published it: what is wrong, what can happen, and the fix. Newest first.
Equipment · NHTSA 18E016000
Mar 21, 2018Equipment
- Problem
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain Accessory Windscreens, sold for installation on various motorcycles. Specifically being recalled is Windscreen model number 8531917, sold for use on model year 2012-2018 F700GS motorcycles, Windscreen model number 8544629, sold for use on model year 2015-2018 R1200R motorcycles, Windscreen model number 8546224, sold for use on model year 2014-2018 S1000R motorcycles, Windscreen model number 8551929, sold for use on model year 2015-2018 S1000XR motorcycles, Windscreen model number 8554726, sold for use on model year 2013-2018 R1200GS motorcycles, Windscreen model number 8554727 sold for use on model year 2014-2018 R1200GS Adventure motorcycles, Windscreen model number 8556927, sold for use on model year 2015-2018 R1200RS motorcycles, Windscreen model number 8559548, sold for use on model year 2017-2018 R1200GS motorcycles and Windscreen model number 8561755, sold for use on model year 2012-2018 F800GS motorcycles. These windscreens have extra tinting on them that may reduce the rider's visibility. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 205, "Glazing Materials."
- Risk
- The darker windscreen can inhibit the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the windscreen, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 10, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Full recall details for 18E016000 →Equipment · NHTSA 17V481000
Jul 28, 2017Equipment
- Problem
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2013-2017 F800R and F800GT motorcycles, 2014-2018 R1200GS and R1200GS Adventure motorcycles, 2016-2017 S1000XR motorcycles and 2015-2017 R1200R and R1200RS, 2008-2012 F650GS, 2008-2018 F800GS, and 2014-2017 F800GS Adventure motorcycles. When equipped with the optional aluminum luggage cases, the rear reflex reflectors may be partially blocked. The aluminum case mounts for the R1200GS and R1200GS Adventure may also partially block the reflectors. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
- Risk
- If the rear reflex reflectors are obscured from view, it can increase the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- BMW will notify owners, and dealers will install reflectors on the cases or for the case mounts, an additional bracket with rear reflex reflectors, free of charge. The recall began October 16, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Full recall details for 17V481000 →Electrical System · NHTSA 14V065000
Feb 19, 2014Electrical System
- Problem
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2013 C 600 Sport, C 650 GT, F 700 GS, F 800 GS, F 800 GS Adventure, F 800 GT, R 1200 R and R1200 GS motorcycles. Water may enter the side-stand switch preventing the motorcycle from starting or potentially shutting off the motorcycle while it is being ridden.
- Risk
- An unexpected shutdown increases the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the side-stand switch, free of charge. The recall began on April 8, 2014. Owners may contact BMW at 1-800-831-1117.
Full recall details for 14V065000 →Electrical System · NHTSA 13V279000
Jun 28, 2013Electrical System
- Problem
- BMW of North America (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2013 F700 GS and F800 GS motorcycles manufactured June 1, 2012, through October 18, 2012. The side-stand switch that prevents the engine from running while the side-stand is down may become damaged allowing the engine to run with the side-stand down.
- Risk
- The rider may start riding with the side-stand down, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- BMW will notify owners and dealers will secure the side-stand switch, free of charge. The recall began on August 8, 2013. Owners may call BMW at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.
Full recall details for 13V279000 →
2013 BMW F800 GS complaints and service bulletins
Owners filed 6 complaints with NHTSA about the 2013 BMW F800 GS. BMW has issued at least 17 technical service bulletins (repair instructions to dealers) for this model year. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is the manufacturer’s admission of a safety defect.
Most-reported components
- Fuel/Propulsion System5
- Electrical System1
- Service Brakes1
- Structure1
Service bulletins by component
- Equipment (10)
- Power Train (8)
- Electrical System (7)
- Engine and Engine Cooling (4)
- Engine (2)
- Equipment Adaptive/Mobility (2)
Read BMW F800 GS owner complaints and bulletins, every year
What people reported
Owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA about the 2013 BMW F800 GS. A few in their own words, shortened. Complaints are unverified and are not proof of a defect or of any recall.
“BMW HAS MADE A DEFECTIVE GAS TANK FOR THIS MOTORCYCLE. IT CRACKS FREQUENTLY. THOUGH THEY WARRANTY THE TANK, IT IS A SAFETY ISSUE. I AM ON MY THIRD TANK. SECONDLY, THE REAR BRAKE CONTINUES TO LOCK UP FOR NO REASON. I HAVE HAD IT WITH THREE MECHANICS IN A YEAR AND NO ONE CAN FIX.”
2013 BMW F800 GSApr 28, 2017
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 10981325
“UPON INSPECTION I SAW THE GAP AROUND THE FUEL TANK WAS CRACKED. NO MOVEMENT DURING INSPECTION”
2013 BMW F800 GSJul 27, 2016
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 10889155
“VEHICLE GAS TANK HAS CRACKED ON TWO SEPARATE OCCASIONS AFTER BEING REPLACED. SPLIT OCCURS UNDERNEATH SEAT OF MOTORCYCLE.”
2013 BMW F800 GSMay 5, 2014
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 10586648
“WHILE RIDING ALONG A BUSY HIGHWAY (522) IN RUSH HOUR TRAFFIC THE ENGINE UNCONTROLLABLY AND REPEATEDLY DIED. THIS HAS HAPPENED MULTIPLE TIMES THROUGHOUT A BRIEF OWNERSHIP AND HAS BEEN REPORTED TO THE BMW DEALER WITHOUT RESOLVE OR ACCEPTANCE OF AN ISSUE.”
2013 BMW F800 GSSep 14, 2013
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 10543583
“THE GAS TANK COVER IS STRESSED CRACKED ON BOTH SIDES ON THE REAR TAIL FAIRING SECTION. IT IS A BLACK MOLDED PLASTIC. I NOTICED IT WHILE WASHING MY BIKE. MY BIKE IS 1 MONTH OLD WITH ONLY 68 MILES ON IT.”
2013 BMW F800 GSSep 13, 2013
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 10543421
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