2008 BMW F800 GS Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

4 safety recalls on file

The 2008 BMW F800 GS has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Wheels (1 report).

4Recalls
1Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your F800 GS?

A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

2008 BMW F800 GS recalls

Rear reflectors may be blocked by luggage cases, raising crash risk

Recall 17V481Jul 28, 201747,775 vehicles affected

On certain BMW motorcycles equipped with optional aluminum luggage cases, the rear reflex reflectors can be partially blocked from view.

Power Train

Recall 10V274Jun 16, 20101,916 vehicles affected

Engine And Engine Cooling

Recall 09V499Dec 30, 20094,498 vehicles affected

Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline

Recall 08V692Dec 29, 2008509 vehicles affected

Most common 2008 BMW F800 GS problems

Problem areas named in the 1 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Wheels1

What owners report

2009-12-08, Wheels
LEFT REAR WHEEL BEARING FAILURE ON MY 2008 BMW F800GS MOTORBIKE AT 13,800KM. ON INVESTIGATION THERE APPEARS TO BE A CRUSHING FORCE BY THE HUB ON THE BEARING WHICH CAUSED FAILURE. THE RIGHT BEARING IS STILL FINE. *TR

2008 BMW F800 GS questions

Does the 2008 BMW F800 GS have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2008 BMW F800 GS: Rear reflectors may be blocked by luggage cases, raising crash risk; Power Train; Engine And Engine Cooling; Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2008 BMW F800 GS?

Based on 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Wheels (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 2008 BMW F800 GS has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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