Recall 13V279000: 2013 BMW F800 GS and 1 other model
- Report received
- Jun 28, 2013
- Manufacturer
- BMW of North America, LLC
- Potentially affected
- 870vehicles
- Model years
- 2013
Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.
What NHTSA recorded
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].
Affected model years
Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.
- 2013 BMW F700 GS3 complaints
- 2013 BMW F800 GS10 complaints
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.