2008 BMW F 650 GS recalls and problems
The 2008 BMW F 650 GS has 5 safety recalls. Recall repairs are free at any BMW dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2008 BMW F 650 GS vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2008 BMW F 650 GS recalls
Recall 10V-496: Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Problem: Bmw is recalling certain 2008 through 2010 f 650 gs motorcycles manufactured from january 11, 2008, through december 8, 2009. A washer may interfere with the front disc brake fasteners' torque. As a result, over time, a fastener or mutiple fasteners could become loose, allowing the brake disc to become loose.
Risk: A loose brake disc may interfere with proper braking performance and may increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Bmw will notify owners and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began on january 13, 2011. Owners may contact bmw at 1-800-525-7417.
Recall 10V-274: Power Train
Problem: 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.
Risk: If the broken chain becomes trapped between the rear wheel and the frame, the rear wheel could lock up, possibly resulting in a crash.
Fix: 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.
Recall 09V-499: Engine and Engine Cooling
Problem: 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.
Risk: Water could flow into the canister causing a stalling condition increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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.
Recall 08V-693: Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Problem: Bmw is recalling 373 my 2008 f650 gs motorcycles. Due to production and assembly tolerances, the length of one or more of the front brake disc fasteners may be insufficient. If the length of a fastener was insufficient, this could result in the fastener not being tightened according to specifications.
Risk: If this happened, the fastener could work loose from its threads. In some cases involving multiple fasteners, the brake disc could loosen, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will remove the brake disc fasteners and replace them with new longer fasteners. The recall is expected to begin during january 2009. Owners may contact bmw at 1-800-831-1117.
Recall 08V-692: Engine and Engine Cooling
Problem: 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.
Risk: It is possible for the fasteners to work loose from the sprocket, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2008 BMW F 650 GS have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 5 recalls for the 2008 BMW F 650 GS: 10V-496 (service brakes, hydraulic), 10V-274 (power train), 09V-499 (engine and engine cooling), 08V-693 (service brakes, hydraulic), 08V-692 (engine and engine cooling). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Are BMW recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized BMW dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.