NHTSA recalls & complaints · 2008–2025

BMW F 800 GS recalls, complaints and VIN decoding

NHTSA lists 8 recall campaigns and 39 owner complaints for the BMW F 800 GS, covering model years 2008 to 2025. The 2009 model year drew the most complaints (17), and Fuel/Propulsion System is the component owners name most often.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint flat files, updated September 25, 2026.

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8 recall campaigns on file
39 owner complaints (unverified reports to NHTSA)
11 model years with data (2008–2025)

most complaints: 2009 (17 for that model year)
top component: Fuel/Propulsion System (14 complaints)
latest recall 25V480000 (reported Jul 25, 2025)

1 complaint reporting a crash (2.6%)
1 complaint reporting a fire (2.6%)
1 complaint reporting an injury (2.6%)
0 complaints reporting a death (0.0%)

BMW F 800 GS complaints by model year

7 model years · NHTSA complaints

The 2009 model year has the most complaints: 17 of 39, or 43.6%. Next come 2013 (10) and 2010 (4). The fewest are for 2014, with 1 complaint.

Owner complaints per model yearHighest yearOther years

BMW F 800 GS complaints by model year, with complaints reporting a crash, fire, injury or death

BMW F 800 GS complaints by model year, with complaints reporting a crash, fire, injury or death
Model year	Complaints	Reporting a crash	Reporting a fire	Reporting an injury
2008	1	0	0	0
2009	17	0	0	0
2010	4	0	0	0
2012	4	0	1	0
2013	10	0	0	0
2014	1	0	0	0
2015	2	1	0	1
All model years	39	1	1	1

Crash, fire, injury and death columns count complaints that report at least one of them, not people.

Most-reported BMW F 800 GS components

top 14 · NHTSA categories

Fuel/Propulsion System is the component named most often, in 14 complaints (35.9% of all 39), followed by Electrical System (9) and Exterior Lighting (4).

Components named most often in BMW F 800 GS complaints (top 14)

Components named most often in BMW F 800 GS complaints (top 14)
Component	Complaints	Share of complaints
Fuel/Propulsion System	14	35.9%
Electrical System	9	23.1%
Exterior Lighting	4	10.3%
Wheels	4	10.3%
Engine	3	7.7%
Structure	3	7.7%
Engine and Engine Cooling	2	5.1%
Power Train	2	5.1%
Service Brakes	2	5.1%
Fuel System, Gasoline	1	2.6%
Fuel System, Other	1	2.6%
Suspension	1	2.6%
Tires	1	2.6%
Unknown or Other	1	2.6%

One complaint can name several components, so the shares add up to more than 100%. Component names are NHTSA’s top-level categories.

What NHTSA owner complaints mean

These figures count complaints that vehicle owners and other members of the public have submitted to NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation. NHTSA uses complaints, together with other data, to spot safety issues that may warrant an investigation and to check whether existing recalls go far enough.

They are reports, not findings. Each complaint is the submitter's own account. Its presence in the database does not mean NHTSA has confirmed a defect.
Counts are not defect rates. The data doesn't say how many vehicles were sold, so a raw count can't tell you what share of vehicles had a problem.
Popular models collect more complaints. A model sold in large numbers will usually gather more complaints than a rare one, simply because more people own it.
One complaint can name several components. Totals by component can therefore add up to more than the number of complaints.
Coverage starts in 1995. NHTSA's complaint file contains complaints received since January 1, 1995.

Use complaint patterns as a prompt for questions: whether a recall covers the issue, whether the vehicle you are considering has had the fix, and what a mechanic finds on inspection. For confirmed safety defects, see the recall list for this model.

BMW F 800 GS recalls

8 campaigns · newest first

Every vehicle recall campaign NHTSA lists under the model name F 800 GS, newest first. The 8 campaigns cover model years 2008 to 2025. The 2008 and 2009 model years appear in the most campaigns (4 each).

8 recall campaigns

BMW F 800 GS recall campaigns covering each model year
Decade	Years ending in 0	Years ending in 1	Years ending in 2	Years ending in 3	Years ending in 4	Years ending in 5	Years ending in 6	Years ending in 7	Years ending in 8	Years ending in 9
2000s									2008: 4 campaigns	2009: 4 campaigns
2010s	2010: 2 campaigns	2011: 1 campaign	2012: 1 campaign	2013: 3 campaigns	2014: 1 campaign	2015: 1 campaign	2016: 1 campaign	2017: 1 campaign	2018: no campaigns	2019: no campaigns
2020s	2020: no campaigns	2021: no campaigns	2022: no campaigns	2023: no campaigns	2024: no campaigns	2025: 1 campaign

Highlighted: the model years with the most campaigns.

NHTSA campaign 25V480000
Reported Jul 25, 2025
Communication › Auto Crash Notification
Model year 2025
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2025 F 900 GS, F 800 GS, R 1300 GS Adventure, R 1300 GS, S 1000 RR, S 1000 R, and K 1600 GT vehicles equipped with the optional emergency call system. The emergency call system (eCall) may have been deactivated due to a software programming error.
Consequence:
In an emergency, first responders may not receive notification of the crash or emergency location, increasing the risk of injury to riders.
Remedy:
The electronic control unit software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters are scheduled to be mailed September 12, 2025. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Filed by BMW of North America, LLC
NHTSA campaign 17V481000
Reported Jul 28, 2017
Equipment
Model years 2008–2017
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."
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.
Filed by BMW of North America, LLC
NHTSA campaign 14V065000
Reported Feb 19, 2014
Structure › Motorcycle › Kickstand/Center Stand; Electrical System
Model year 2013
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.
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.
Filed by BMW of North America, LLC
NHTSA campaign 13V279000
Reported Jun 28, 2013
Structure › Motorcycle › Kickstand/Center Stand; Electrical System
Model year 2013
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.
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 CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.
Filed by BMW of North America, LLC
NHTSA campaign 10V274000
Reported Jun 16, 2010
Power Train
Model years 2008–2009
BMW is recalling certain model year 2008 and 2009 F650 GS and F 800 GS motorcycles manufactured from September 27, 2007 through March 30, 2009. The drive chains may not have been produced to specification. As a result, over time the drive chain could break.
Consequence:
If the broken chain becomes trapped between the rear wheel and the frame, the rear wheel could lock up, possibly resulting in a crash.
Remedy:
BMW will notify owners and dealers will replace the drive chain and sprockets on the affected motorcycles free of charge. The safety recall began on August 30, 2010. Owners may contact BMW at 1-800-525-7417.
Filed by BMW of North America, LLC
NHTSA campaign 09V499000
Reported Dec 30, 2009
Engine and Engine Cooling
Model years 2008–2010
BMW is recalling certain model year 2008 through 2010 F650 GS and F800 GS motorcycles manufactured between January 2008 and December 2009. During engine operation, a vacuum is created in order to draw fresh air into the canister. This air then mixes with the fuel vapors captured by the canister, and is subsequently combusted. Due to the routing of the ventilation hose, water near the end of the hose could be drawn into the charcoal canister.
Consequence:
Water could flow into the canister causing a stalling condition increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy:
Dealers will inspect and add an additional hose and route it such that the present defect is prevented. This remedy will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on May 13, 2010. Owners may contact BMW at 1-800-831-1117.
Filed by BMW of North America, LLC
NHTSA campaign 09V088000
Reported Mar 18, 2009
Power Train › Axle Assembly
Model year 2009
BMW is recalling 754 MY 2009 F800 GS vehicles. The axle shaft wall thickness may not have been manufactured according to specifications.
Consequence:
If the wall thickness was not sufficient, the axle shaft could deform and could break increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy:
Dealers will inspect the front wheel quick-release axle and replace it with an improved axle free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during June 2009. Owners may contact BMW at 1-800-831-1117.
Filed by BMW of North America, LLC
NHTSA campaign 08V692000
Reported Dec 29, 2008
Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine › Gasoline
Model year 2008
BMW is recalling 509 MY 2008 F650 GS and F800 GS motorcycles. The tightening of the chain sprocket fasteners may have resulted in various levels of torque being applied.
Consequence:
It is possible for the fasteners to work loose from the sprocket, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy:
Dealers will loosen and inspect the chain sprocket fasteners. Those that have been damaged will be replaced. In all cases, the fasteners will be retightened. The recall is expected to begin during January 2009. Owners may contact BMW at 1-800-831-1117.
Filed by BMW of North America, LLC

Recall text is shown as NHTSA publishes it; older campaigns, which NHTSA stores in capital letters, are shown in sentence case. NHTSA’s Vehicle Safety Hotline, 1-888-327-4236, also answers recall questions.

How to read this recall list

This list shows every safety recall campaign NHTSA has on file for this make, model and model year. It is not specific to one vehicle: a recall often covers only vehicles built in a certain date range or with a certain part, and many of the vehicles it covers will already have been repaired.

What each recall field means

What each recall field means
Field	What it tells you
Campaign number	NHTSA's unique ID for the recall, such as 20V771000. Quote it to a dealer or when searching NHTSA's site.
Component	The system or part involved, for example air bags, brakes or electrical software.
Summary	What the defect or non-compliance is and which vehicles are covered.
Consequence	The safety risk if the problem isn't fixed.
Remedy	What the manufacturer will do, such as a repair, replacement or software update, and whether it is free.

Some recalls carry an NHTSA consumer advisory, “Do Not Drive” or “Park Outside”. Follow it until the repair is done.
A single campaign often covers several models or model years, so the same campaign number can appear in more than one list.
Recalls are shown as NHTSA publishes them. Very recent campaigns may take time to appear.

Does your vehicle have an open recall? Only a VIN check can tell you. Enter the VIN at NHTSA's recall lookup (opens in a new tab) or on the manufacturer's website. Our VIN recall check guide explains what each option covers.

BMW F 800 GS questions

5 questions

How many recalls does the BMW F 800 GS have?

NHTSA lists 8 vehicle recall campaigns for the BMW F 800 GS, covering model years 2008 to 2025. The most recent, 25V480000, was reported on July 25, 2025 and is filed under “Communication”. The 2008 and 2009 model years are covered by the most campaigns (4 each).

Which BMW F 800 GS model year has the most complaints?

The 2009 model year, with 17 of the 39 complaints in NHTSA’s file (43.6%). The next are 2013 (10) and 2010 (4). Complaint counts also reflect how many vehicles of each year were sold and how long they have been on the road, so they are not a reliability ranking.

What is the most common BMW F 800 GS complaint?

Fuel/Propulsion System is the component named most often: 14 complaints, or 35.9% of all 39. Electrical System (9) and Exterior Lighting (4) follow. Complaints are unverified reports from owners, not confirmed defects, and one complaint can name several components.

Does every recall on this page apply to my BMW F 800 GS?

Not necessarily. Each campaign lists specific model years, and many cover only vehicles built in a certain period or fitted with a certain part; repairs already carried out aren’t shown. To see whether a recall is open on your vehicle, enter its VIN at NHTSA’s recall lookup (opens in a new tab) or ask a BMW dealer.

How many BMW F 800 GS complaints report a crash, fire, injury or death?

Of the 39 complaints, 1 report a crash, 1 a fire, 1 at least one injury and 0 at least one death. These figures count complaints, not people, and each complaint is the submitter’s own unverified account.

8 models · most complaints first

The BMW models with the most NHTSA complaints, and the BMW VIN decoder with every BMW model page, WMI code and VIN note.

BMW X5 1999–2026 · 103 recalls · 3,138 complaints
BMW 328i 1996–2016 · 27 recalls · 2,576 complaints
BMW X3 2004–2026 · 60 recalls · 1,989 complaints
BMW 325i 1995–2012 · 20 recalls · 1,281 complaints
BMW Z4 2002–2023 · 28 recalls · 1,280 complaints
BMW 3 Series 1995–2023 · 8 recalls · 841 complaints
BMW 528i 1997–2016 · 14 recalls · 831 complaints
BMW 330i 1999–2026 · 38 recalls · 813 complaints

All BMW models and WMI codes Look up recalls by year

Data: NHTSA recalls and complaints flat files, updated September 25, 2026. Recall campaigns are vehicle (V) campaigns listed for this model name; complaints are counted once per NHTSA ODI number and model year.

BMW F 800 GS complaints by model year

Most-reported BMW F 800 GS components

What NHTSA owner complaints mean

BMW F 800 GS recalls

Communication › Auto Crash Notification

Equipment

Structure › Motorcycle › Kickstand/Center Stand; Electrical System

Structure › Motorcycle › Kickstand/Center Stand; Electrical System

Power Train

Engine and Engine Cooling

Power Train › Axle Assembly

Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine › Gasoline