2015 BMW G650GS recalls and problems

The 2015 BMW G650GS has 1 safety recall and 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any BMW dealer.

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Recalls may cover only some 2015 BMW G650GS vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2015 BMW G650GS recalls

Recall 16V-689: Electrical System, Engine and Engine Cooling

Reported Sep 26, 2016 · 1,398 vehicles affected · BMW of North America, LLC

Problem: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2013-2016 BMW G650GS motorcycles manufactured March 8, 2013, to October 12, 2015, and 2013-2015 BMW G650GS Sertao motorcycles manufactured March 8, 2013, to May 23, 2014. The affected motorcycles may stall during operation due to an engine control unit (ECU) software issue.

Risk: If the engine stalls during operation, it increases the risk of a crash.

Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will update the ECU software, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin November 18, 2016. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Note: This recall supersedes recall 15V-537. Motorcycles that were repaired under that recall need to have their software updated again as part of this campaign.

2015 BMW G650GS problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Unknown or Other	1
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)	1
Fuel/Propulsion System	1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 5,800 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2015 BMW G650GS complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Electronic Stability Control (ESC) · at 9,000 miles · reported May 4, 2017

The contact owns a 2015 bmw g650gs. While driving approximately 5 MPH, the motorcycle stalled without warning. The contact applied the clutch and restarted the motorcycle. The failure recurred six other times. The motorcycle was repaired per NHTSA campaign number: 16v689000 (Electronic stability control) on november 17, 2015 and january 28, 2017. The motorcycle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failures. The approximate failure mileage was 9,000.

Unknown or Other · at 5,800 miles · reported Dec 30, 2016

Defective ECU causes engine to stall unexpectedly during operation, resulting in sudden loss of power. This is a known problem to bmw as this exact same model has been recalled in australia for the exact same reasons.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2015 BMW G650GS have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2015 BMW G650GS: 16V-689 (electrical system, engine and engine cooling). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2015 BMW G650GS?

Owners report unknown or other problems most often (1 reports), followed by electronic stability control (esc) (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 5,800 miles.

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.