Bmw F650 Gs 2007
Model F650 Gs made in 2007 by Bmw got 2 consumer complains there are 2 recalls as well as 14 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to electrical system, service brakes, hydraulic. Technical service bulletines regarding electrical system, engine and engine cooling and exterior lighting. There were some recalls concerningsteering, structure.
Model 2007
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| STEERING - WHEEL AND HANDLE BAR | ||||||||||||||||
| 07V368000 | BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC | V (Vehicle) | 425 | 12/14/2007 | MFR | BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC | 08/15/2007 | 08/17/2007 | ||||||||
| Defect Summary | On certain motorcycles, the clamping blocks and the top fork bridge were not manufactured according to specifications. consequently, the handlebars might not be held securely in position. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | It is possible for the handlebars to move out of their correct position when the motorcycle is being maneuvered, or when it is being ridden, increasing the risk of a crash. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will replace the top fork bridge and both clamping blocks on these motorcycles free of charge. the recall began on december 14, 2007. owners may contact bmw at 1-800-831-1117. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration | |||||||||||||||
| STRUCTURE - MOTORCYCLE KICKSTAND/CENTER STAND | ||||||||||||||||
| 07V151000 | BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC | from 06/23/2006 to 08/31/2006 | V (Vehicle) | 305 | 06/01/2007 | MFR | BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC | 04/03/2007 | 04/05/2007 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | On certain motorcycles, the weld between the side stand and the frame bottom section was not positioned properly. the load-bearing capability of the side stand is affected. as a result, the side stand could fail. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | If this occurred when the motorcycle was parked, the motorcycle could fall to the ground and injure a person sitting on the motorcycle or a person nearby. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will install a new frame bottom section free of charge. the recall began on june 1, 2007. owners may contact bmw at 1-800-831-1117. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - SOFTWARE | |||||
| TB-00-015-08 | 08/01/2008 | 10030770 | Bmw motorcycle: update of bms kp software to cip 12.0 or greater status. noticed that some f650/f800 gs (k72) motorcycles could display a tendency to stall when coasting or when the clutch is disengaged. no model years listed. * | 11/30/2009 | |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - WIRING | |||||
| TB-61-002-08 | 09/01/2008 | 10029188 | Bmw mc: wiring harness of motorcycles is routed along right hand top rail of frame. weld spatter on frame and/or adverse routing in vicinity of banjo bolt of hydraulic spring base adjuster can result in chafing of the wiring harness. m | 06/24/2009 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - COOLING SYSTEM - HOSE | |||||
| TSB-17-001-09 | 03/01/2009 | 10029624 | Bmw motorcycle: the coolant inlet hose is not compliant with the applicable bmw specifications. engine operation can cause the inlet hose to widen and become correspondingly shorter; overtime this contraction in length can cause the hose to | 07/13/2009 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM - EMISSION CONTROL - CRANKCASE (PCV) | |||||
| SIB-11-03-08 | 12/01/2010 | 10038217 | Ready | 06/10/2011 | |
| SIB-11-03-08 | 12/01/2010 | 10038217 | Bmw: crankcase pressure diagnosis and information for all vehicles. *rm | 06/10/2011 | |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | |||||
| SIB-63-02-01 | 08/01/2010 | 10037025 | Ready | 04/27/2011 | |
| SIB-63-02-01 | 08/01/2010 | 10037025 | Bmw: procedure for determining and replacing incandescent and halogen light bulbs under warranty. *rm | 04/27/2011 | |
| FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER | |||||
| SB-00-021-07 | 11/01/2007 | 10030825 | Bmw motorcycle: engine fuels containing ethanol. bmw motorrad has no objection to the use of si engine fuels containing up to a maximum of 10% ethanol and imposes no warranty restrictions. ethanol mixtures in proportions higher than 10% | 12/07/2009 | |
| FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY - PRESSURE RELIEF DEVICES | |||||
| 13-003-08 | 06/01/2008 | 10026845 | Bmw motorcycle: replacement of fuel-pressure sensor. check of position of protective film (f-800 gs only). *pe | 12/29/2008 | |
| SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - ANTILOCK - WHEEL SPEED SENSOR | |||||
| SB-61-003-08 | 10/01/2008 | 10028386 | Bmw vehicles: routing abs front wheel speed sensor cable. the wiring harness front wheel speed sensor periphery plug connection is mounted on the fork cover at the bottom. *pe | 03/27/2009 | |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK - WHEEL SPEED SENSOR | |||||
| SB-61-003-08 | 10/01/2008 | 10028386 | Bmw vehicles: routing abs front wheel speed sensor cable. the wiring harness front wheel speed sensor periphery plug connection is mounted on the fork cover at the bottom. *pe | 03/27/2009 | |
| STEERING - WHEEL AND HANDLE BAR | |||||
| 13-003-08 | 06/01/2008 | 10026845 | Bmw motorcycle: replacement of fuel-pressure sensor. check of position of protective film (f-800 gs only). *pe | 12/29/2008 | |
| 31-001-07 | 11/01/2007 | 10026226 | Bmw motorcycle: handlebar fastener loose. may have been fitted with clamping blocks and top fork bridges that the supplier did not manufacture to specification in accordance with the technical drawings. *pe | 10/08/2008 | |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL - CABLES | |||||
| SB-61-003-08 | 10/01/2008 | 10028386 | Bmw vehicles: routing abs front wheel speed sensor cable. the wiring harness front wheel speed sensor periphery plug connection is mounted on the fork cover at the bottom. *pe | 03/27/2009 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - BATTERY | |||
| 12/03/2007 | 1 | 10/15/2007 | |
| 2007 bmw f650 with scratched side panels and safety defect. consumer states that the dealer never returned his phone call. he then noticed that the battery was not mounted in the right spot. serious things could happen if acid were to leak. *kb the consumer discovered the battery was mounted higher than the his waistline. he also found that the battery was mounted forward when sitting on the motorcycle. the plastic hose which was meant to vent the battery was not connected. the hose was lying forward of the battery compartment and appeared new. the consumer removed the battery and found that two of the cells were filled well above the maximum line. it appeared the battery acid had flowed out of the battery and had coursed through the engine area, down the frame and had dripped on the engine and rear suspension adjustment control. *jb | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK | |||
| 06/11/2007 | 550 | 1 | |
| Tl*the contact owns a 2007 bmw f650 gs. while downshifting, the engine shut off and locked up the abs. the vehicle went into a skid. afterwards, the abs unlocked and the vehicle restarted. the vehicle has not been diagnosed at this time. the purchase date was unknown. the current and failure mileages were 550. | |||