BMW F 850 GS problems & recalls
NHTSA records for 2019–2023: 2 recall campaigns and 4 owner complaints. Pick a model year.
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Recent recalls
Exterior Lighting #20V146000 · 2020 · 4,026 units
Problem: Bmw of north america, llc (bmw) is recalling certain 2020 f900r, f900xr, s1000rr, f750gs, f850gs, f850gs adventure, r1250gs, r1250gs adventure, r1250rs, r1250r, rninet, rninet pure and rninet scrambler and 2019-2020 s1000r motorcycles. the brake light may flash instead of remain steady during emergency braking. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
Risk: A flashing brake light can cause confusion to other drivers on the road, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Bmw will notify owner, and dealers will reprogram the emergency stop signal function, free of charge. the recall began may 11, 2020. owners may contact bmw customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Engine And Engine Cooling #18V830000 · 2018 · 1 units
Problem: Bmw of north america, llc (bmw) is recalling one 2019 f850gs motorcycle. the engine connecting rods may not have been installed properly, possibly causing them to become loose and disconnect over time.
Risk: Loose engine connecting rods can damage the engine, causing a loss of engine power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: The motorcycle has not yet been sold, and the dealer will replace the engine, free of charge, prior to sale. the recall began december 7, 2018. owners may contact bmw customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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