BMW C650 GT Maxi-scooter problems & recalls
NHTSA records for 2012–2020: 4 recall campaigns and 46 owner complaints. Pick a model year.
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Service Brakes, Hydraulic #19V157000 · 2019 · 2,707 units
Problem: 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.
Risk: A brake fluid leak can reduce braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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. note: this recall includes scooters previously recalled under 15v-738.
Wheels #17V467000 · 2017 · 37 units
Problem: Bmw of north america, llc (bmw) is recalling certain 2017 bmw c650 gt and bmw c evolution scooters for failing to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 120, "wheels and rims-other than passenger cars." the front rims may not be marked with the required rim type and the dot designation.
Risk: Since the rim is not marked with the rim size and the dot designation, a tire of the incorrect size may be installed on this rim, affecting the handling of the scoter and increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will replace any rims that are not correctly marked, free of charge. interim notices informing owners of the safety risk were mailed september 26, 2017. owners will receive a second notice when the remedy becomes available. owners may contact bmw customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Engine And Engine Cooling #14V264000 · 2014 · 1,360 units
Problem: 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.
Risk: An engine stall may increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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 at 1-800-525-7417.
Structure, Electrical System #14V065000 · 2014 · 4,453 units
Problem: 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.
Risk: An unexpected shutdown increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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.
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