BMW 850GS Problems by Year
NHTSA has 1 owner complaint and 0 safety recalls on file for the BMW 850GS, across 1 model years (2019–2019). The 2019 model year has the most complaints (1). The most reported problem area overall is fuel/propulsion system.
BMW 850GS years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No 850GS model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2019 850GS: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common BMW 850GS problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All BMW 850GS model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 850GS | 1 | 0 | — | Fuel/propulsion System |
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Frequently asked questions
Which BMW 850GS years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2019 (1). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the BMW 850GS?
Fuel/propulsion System, with 1 complaint across 1 model year.
How many recalls does the BMW 850GS have?
0 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.