2013 BMW C650 GT MAXI-SCOOTER — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
44
Owner Complaints
3
Recalls
5
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2013 BMW C650 GT MAXI-SCOOTER
The 2013 BMW C650 GT MAXI-SCOOTER has received a total of 44 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 4 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS, ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE, STRUCTURE:MOTORCYCLE:KICKSTAND/CENTER STAND. 5 technical service bulletins have been issued by BMW of North America, LLC for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Engine (19 complaints), Fuelpropulsion System (10 complaints), and Electrical System (4 complaints).
Recalls for the 2013 BMW C650 GT MAXI-SCOOTER
NHTSA has recorded 4 recalls for the 2013 BMW C650 GT MAXI-SCOOTER, potentially affecting up to 12,973 vehicles.
Recall 19V157000 — SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
| 2,707 vehicles affected
Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2013-2018 BMW C600 Sport and C650 Sport and 2013-2019 C650 GT scooters. Repeated turning of the handlebars to the left most position may cause the front brake hose to crack and leak over time.
Consequence: A brake fluid leak can reduce braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake hose, adding an additional protective sleeve that will cover the hose connection fitting, free of charge. The recall began August 6, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417....
View full details →Recall 14V264000 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
| 1,360 vehicles affected
Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 C 600 Sport Maxi-Scooter, and C 650 GT Maxi-Scooter motorcycles manufactured August 2, 2012, through February 18, 2014. In the affected motorcycles, the camshaft chain tensioner may not function properly, resulting in an engine stall.
Consequence: An engine stall may increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the camshaft chain tensioner, free of charge. BMW distributed interim notification to owners on July 15, 2014. The recall is expected to begin in July 2014. Owners may contact BMW Customer Relations...
View full details →Recall 14V065000 — STRUCTURE:MOTORCYCLE:KICKSTAND/CENTER STAND
| 4,453 vehicles affected
Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2013 C 600 Sport, C 650 GT, F 700 GS, F 800 GS, F 800 GS Adventure, F 800 GT, R 1200 R and R1200 GS motorcycles. Water may enter the side-stand switch preventing the motorcycle from starting or potentially shutting off the motorcycle while it is being ridden.
Consequence: An unexpected shutdown increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the side-stand switch, free of charge. The recall began on April 8, 2014. Owners may contact BMW at 1-800-831-1117.
View full details →Recall 14V065000 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
| 4,453 vehicles affected
Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2013 C 600 Sport, C 650 GT, F 700 GS, F 800 GS, F 800 GS Adventure, F 800 GT, R 1200 R and R1200 GS motorcycles. Water may enter the side-stand switch preventing the motorcycle from starting or potentially shutting off the motorcycle while it is being ridden.
Consequence: An unexpected shutdown increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the side-stand switch, free of charge. The recall began on April 8, 2014. Owners may contact BMW at 1-800-831-1117.
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2013 BMW C650 GT MAXI-SCOOTER
44 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2013 BMW C650 GT MAXI-SCOOTER. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 19 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuelpropulsion System | 10 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power Train | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Structurebody | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Equipment Adaptivemobility | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Unknown Or Other | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
Engine stalled in traffic. Happened when slowing to a stop. Happens when engine has warmed up.
The contact owns a 2013 BMW C650 GT Motorcycle. The contact stated that while riding at an undisclosed speed, the chain started making an abnormally loud sound before the motorcycle lost motive power. There were no warning lights illuminated. The motorcycle was taken back to the residence. The motorcycle was not taken to a local mechanic or dealer. The motorcycle was not diagnosed or repaired. The local dealer was made aware of the failure. The manufacture was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 16,117.
Side stand slowly started to loosening then just broke bolt off Stand connected to under bike it snapped.
AFTER COMPLETING A TURN ONTO CITY STREET IT JUST QUIT AS IF YOU HIT THE KILL SWITCH. I WAS 3 MILES FROM HOME AND IT DID THIS AGAIN TWICE BEFORE I REACHED HOME. IT FAILED TO START AGAIN AT THE GATED ENTRANCE. AT THIS POINT WHEN I TRIED TO RESTART IT HAD LOST ALL COMPRESSION. CLEAR TO ME THAT THE RECALL ON THAT ISSUE WAS THE PROBLEM. I PUSHED IT THE REST OF THE WAY HOME.
AFTER COMPLETING A TURN ONTO CITY STREET IT JUST QUIT AS IF YOU HIT THE KILL SWITCH. I WAS 3 MILES FROM HOME AND IT DID THIS AGAIN TWICE BEFORE I REACHED HOME. IT FAILED TO START AGAIN AT THE GATED ENTRANCE. AT THIS POINT WHEN I TRIED TO RESTART IT HAD LOST ALL COMPRESSION. CLEAR TO ME THAT THE RECALL ON THAT ISSUE WAS THE PROBLEM. I PUSHED IT THE REST OF THE WAY HOME.
Safety Rating for the 2013 BMW C650 GT MAXI-SCOOTER
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2013 BMW C650 GT MAXI-SCOOTER in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2013 BMW C650 GT MAXI-SCOOTER
BMW of North America, LLC has issued 5 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2013 BMW C650 GT MAXI-SCOOTER. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
MC63997656 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Instrument cluster self check is slow. Suftware update is required. Rectified with I level K001-17-07-500.
MC2300117 — POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION:COLUMN SHIFT ASSEMBLY
Customer complains about an operating failure on the left or right multifunction switch.
MC62409104 — EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ANTI-THEFT DEVICES
When an alarm system ( DWA Basic for C650sport and C650 GT) is activated, only the alarm tone sounds. Actuation of the turn indicator is missing. Software error in instrument cluster.
MC0001015 — EQUIPMENT
Complete integration and support of the new vehicles C 650 Sport (K18 model revision) and C 650 GT (K19 model revision).
MC61461571 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Mist forms in the headlight. This is due to condensation and goes away again.
NHTSA Investigations for the 2013 BMW C650 GT MAXI-SCOOTER
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the BMW C650 GT MAXI-SCOOTER
- 2012 BMW C650 GT MAXI-SCOOTER — 0 complaints
- 2013 BMW C650 GT MAXI-SCOOTER (current)
- 2014 BMW C650 GT MAXI-SCOOTER — 8 complaints
- 2015 BMW C650 GT MAXI-SCOOTER — 1 complaint
- 2016 BMW C650 GT MAXI-SCOOTER — 10 complaints
- 2017 BMW C650 GT MAXI-SCOOTER — 0 complaints
- 2018 BMW C650 GT MAXI-SCOOTER — 0 complaints