2013 BMW F800 GS Recalls

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 2013 BMW F800 GS. A recall applies only to vehicles built within the affected range, so check your own VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for recalls are free at a franchised dealer.

• 17V481000Jul 28, 201747,775 vehicles potentially affected
  Equipment
  Covers: BMW F800 GS 2008–2017, F650GS 2008–2012, F800 GT 2013–2017 +5 more

  Reported issue: 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…

  Possible consequence: If the rear reflex reflectors are obscured from view, it can increase the risk of a crash.

  Remedy: 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.

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• 14V065000Feb 19, 20144,453 vehicles potentially affected
  Electrical system
  Covers: BMW F800 GS 2013, C600 Sport Maxi-Scooter 2013, R 1200 R 2013 +4 more

  Reported issue: 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.

  Possible consequence: An unexpected shutdown increases the risk of a crash.

  Remedy: 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.

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• 13V279000Jun 28, 2013870 vehicles potentially affected
  Structure › Motorcycle › Kickstand/center stand
  Covers: BMW F800 GS 2013, F700 GS 2013

  Reported issue: 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.

  Possible consequence: The rider may start riding with the side-stand down, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Remedy: 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 [email protected].

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