2010 BMW F800 GS Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2 safety recalls on file

The 2010 BMW F800 GS has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (2 reports).

2Recalls
4Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2010 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.

Engine And Engine Cooling

Recall 09V499Dec 30, 20094,498 vehicles affected

Most common 2010 BMW F800 GS problems

Problem areas named in the 4 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Electrical System2
Exterior Lighting2
Power Train1

What owners report

2015-05-23, Electrical System
HEAD LAMP FAILED TO LIGHT AND HEAD LAMP HOUSING REFLECTIVE MATERIAL EVAPORATED. HEAD LAMP CONNECTOR HOUSING IS MELTED. ONLINE REPORTS INDICATED HEAD LAMP ASSEMBLIES WITH MANUFACTURER WITH LOGO 'CEV' EXHIBIT THIS PROBLEM. NEWER ASSEMBLY WITH MANUFACTURER LOGO HELLA DO NOT.
2014-10-29, Exterior Lighting
HEADLIGHT REFLECTING HOUSING MELTED, DECREASING ABILITY TO SEE AT NIGHT. *TR
2014-02-26, Electrical System
I HAVE A 2010 BMW F800GS WITH 40,000 MILES. THE ALTERNATOR DIED FAR AWAY FROM MY HOUSE, ABOUT 1000 MILES AND INCLUDED THE NEED TO CROSS THE BORDER. WHEN THE BATTERY EMPTIED THE ABS LIGHT WENT ON AND SOON AFTER THE DASHBOARD TURNED OFF COMPLETELY. SOON AFTER THE BIKE CAME TO A HALT. *TR
2011-03-20, Power Train
SUDDEN LOSS OF CLUTCH CONTROL. LEADS TO LOSS OF ACCELERATION. COULD RESULT IN FATALITY AT HIGHER SPEED. DEALER WILL NOT INVESTIGATE CAUSE. *TR

2010 BMW F800 GS questions

Does the 2010 BMW F800 GS have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2010 BMW F800 GS: Rear reflectors may be blocked by luggage cases, raising crash risk; Engine And Engine Cooling. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2010 BMW F800 GS?

Based on 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (2), Exterior Lighting (2), Power Train (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 2010 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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