2015 BMW F800 GS — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
2
Owner Complaints
2
Recalls
1
Service Bulletin
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2015 BMW F800 GS
The 2015 BMW F800 GS has received a total of 2 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 3 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with EQUIPMENT, VISIBILITY. 1 technical service bulletin have been issued by BMW of North America, LLC for this model year. The most commonly reported problem area is the Fuelpropulsion System (1 complaint).
Recalls for the 2015 BMW F800 GS
NHTSA has recorded 3 recalls for the 2015 BMW F800 GS, potentially affecting up to 50,917 vehicles.
Recall 18E016000 — EQUIPMENT
| 1,571 vehicles affected
Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain Accessory Windscreens, sold for installation on various motorcycles. Specifically being recalled is Windscreen model number 8531917, sold for use on model year 2012-2018 F700GS motorcycles, Windscreen model number 8544629, sold for use on model year 2015-2018 R1200R motorcycles, Windscreen model number 8546224, sold for use on model year 2014-2018 S1000R motorcycles,...
Consequence: The darker windscreen can inhibit the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the windscreen, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 10, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
View full details →Recall 18E016000 — VISIBILITY
| 1,571 vehicles affected
Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain Accessory Windscreens, sold for installation on various motorcycles. Specifically being recalled is Windscreen model number 8531917, sold for use on model year 2012-2018 F700GS motorcycles, Windscreen model number 8544629, sold for use on model year 2015-2018 R1200R motorcycles, Windscreen model number 8546224, sold for use on model year 2014-2018 S1000R motorcycles,...
Consequence: The darker windscreen can inhibit the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the windscreen, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 10, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
View full details →Recall 17V481000 — EQUIPMENT
| 47,775 vehicles affected
Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2013-2017 F800R and F800GT motorcycles, 2014-2018 R1200GS and R1200GS Adventure motorcycles, 2016-2017 S1000XR motorcycles and 2015-2017 R1200R and R1200RS, 2008-2012 F650GS, 2008-2018 F800GS, and 2014-2017 F800GS Adventure motorcycles. When equipped with the optional aluminum luggage cases, the rear reflex reflectors may be partially blocked. The aluminum case mounts for the R1200GS...
Consequence: If the rear reflex reflectors are obscured from view, it can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will install reflectors on the cases or for the case mounts, an additional bracket with rear reflex reflectors, free of charge. The recall began October 16, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at...
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2015 BMW F800 GS
2 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2015 BMW F800 GS. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fuelpropulsion System | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Unknown Or Other | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD GOING 55 MPH I LET OFF OF THE THROTTLE TO SLOW DOWN BEFORE ENTERING A SLOWER SPEED AREA AND THE BIKE TURNED OFF. THE BIKE WILL NOT IDLE WITHOUT HAVING THE THROTTLE ON. I HAD TO KEEP THE THROTTLE ON FOR THE REMAINDER OF MY TRIP OR THE BIKE WILL IMMEDIATELY DROP IN RPMS AND TURN OFF.
CLUTCH LEVER SNAPS OFF SUPER EASILY AND BROKE WHEN WAS BROUGHT IN TO FAST. MADE OF CHEAP MATERIALS THAT BREAK AND LEAVE SHARP EDGES EXPOSED. CAUSED MOTORCYCLE TO LURCH FORWARD AND FALL OVER. AND NOW THERE ARE DAMAGES TO BROKEN CLUTCH LEVER AS WELL AS DAMAGE TO BAR WEIGHT ON LEFT HAND SIDE AND PASSENGER LEFT PEG. EFFECTS SAFE OPERATION OF MOTORCYCLE AND LEFT WITH EASY BREAKING POINTS ACCORDING TO DEALER.
Safety Rating for the 2015 BMW F800 GS
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2015 BMW F800 GS in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2015 BMW F800 GS
BMW of North America, LLC has issued 1 technical service bulletin (TSBs) for the 2015 BMW F800 GS. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
MC59934171 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Coolant pump WITH drainage line as of model year 2015 not yet included in the PDI system
NHTSA Investigations for the 2015 BMW F800 GS
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the BMW F800 GS
- 2010 BMW F800 GS — 2 complaints
- 2011 BMW F800 GS — 0 complaints
- 2012 BMW F800 GS — 7 complaints
- 2013 BMW F800 GS — 8 complaints
- 2014 BMW F800 GS — 1 complaint
- 2015 BMW F800 GS (current)
- 2016 BMW F800 GS — 0 complaints
- 2017 BMW F800 GS — 0 complaints
- 2018 BMW F800 GS — 0 complaints
- 2019 BMW F800 GS — 0 complaints