2013 BMW F800 GS Complaints and Recall Information
The 2013 BMW F800 GS has 0 complaints and 7 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners most frequently report issues related to the side-stand switch and accessory windscreens based on recall data, although no formal complaints have been submitted.
There are seven recalls addressing various components affecting systems like the side-stand switch, electrical system, windscreens, and visibility.
Recalls- Side-stand switch damage. Recall 13V279000 affects 870 motorcycles manufactured between June 1, 2012, and October 18, 2012. The side-stand switch may get damaged, allowing the engine to run with the side-stand down, which increases the risk of a crash. Dealers will secure the side-stand switch free of charge.
- Side-stand switch water intrusion. Recall 14V065000 covers 4,453 motorcycles including the 2013 F800 GS. Water may enter the side-stand switch causing the motorcycle to fail to start or shut off unexpectedly while riding. This defect raises the crash risk. BMW dealers will replace the side-stand switch at no cost.
- Accessory windscreen tinting. Recall 18E016000 affects 1,571 motorcycles. Certain accessory windscreens have extra tint that may reduce rider visibility, violating FMVSS 205 requirements. The darker windscreen increases crash risk. The windscreen will be replaced free of charge starting May 10, 2018.
- Visibility impairment from windscreens. This is part of Recall 18E016000 involving the same 1,571 motorcycles where tinted windscreens reduce rider’s visibility, increasing crash risk. Dealers will replace these windscreens free of charge.
- Rear reflector obstruction. Recall 17V481000 involves 47,775 motorcycles including the 2013 F800 GS. When equipped with optional aluminum luggage cases, rear reflex reflectors may be blocked, failing FMVSS 108 compliance. This obstruction raises the crash risk. Dealers will install additional reflectors or brackets free of charge.
Owners facing repeated repairs related to these recalls or with unresolved safety defects may have rights under their state’s lemon law. Consulting an attorney familiar with lemon law cases could help clarify those rights.
2013 BMW F800 GS Summary
2013
Model Year
0
Total Complaints
4
Total Recalls
54669
Vehicles Affected
Recalls
2013 BMW F800 GS
1571 vehicles affected
VISIBILITY
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.
2013 BMW F800 GS
47775 vehicles affected
EQUIPMENT
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.
2013 BMW F800 GS
4453 vehicles affected
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
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.
2013 BMW F800 GS
870 vehicles affected
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
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.
Complaints
No complaints found.