BMW C650 GT Maxi-Scooter Problems by Year

Source: NHTSA · Updated Jun 1, 2025 · 46 owner complaints analyzed

Years with far more complaints than usual:

NHTSA has 46 owner complaints and 4 safety recalls on file for the BMW C650 GT Maxi-Scooter, across 9 model years (2012–2020). The 2013 model year has the most complaints (30). The most reported problem area overall is engine.

Peak: 2013, with 30 complaints
2012: 0201202013: 302013302014: 6201462015: 1201512016: 6201662017: 0201702018: 0201802019: 1201912020: 220202

n = 46 complaints · Source: NHTSA

BMW C650 GT Maxi-Scooter years to avoid? What the complaint data shows

These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical C650 GT Maxi-Scooter year: 2013. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.

Model years with the most complaints

  1. 2013 C650 GT Maxi-Scooter: 30 complaints, 3 recalls
  2. 2016 C650 GT Maxi-Scooter: 6 complaints, 1 recall
  3. 2014 C650 GT Maxi-Scooter: 6 complaints, 2 recalls

Model years with the fewest complaints

  1. 2015 C650 GT Maxi-Scooter: 1 complaint, 1 recall
  2. 2019 C650 GT Maxi-Scooter: 1 complaint, 1 recall
  3. 2020 C650 GT Maxi-Scooter: 2 complaints, 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 C650 GT Maxi-Scooter problems (all years)

Problem areaComplaintsModel yearsCrashes
Engine3260
Fuel/propulsion System1340
Power Train740
Electrical System410
Vehicle Speed Control420
Structure320
Engine and Engine Cooling220
Equipment Adaptive/mobility110
Steering110

All BMW C650 GT Maxi-Scooter model years

Model yearComplaintsRecallsCrash ratingTop problemCompared with other years
2020 C650 GT Maxi-Scooter20—Engine
2019 C650 GT Maxi-Scooter11—Engine
2018 C650 GT Maxi-Scooter01——
2017 C650 GT Maxi-Scooter02——
2016 C650 GT Maxi-Scooter61—Engine
2015 C650 GT Maxi-Scooter11—Engine
2014 C650 GT Maxi-Scooter62—Engine
2013 C650 GT Maxi-Scooter303—EngineFar more complaints than other years
2012 C650 GT Maxi-Scooter01——

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Frequently asked questions

Which BMW C650 GT Maxi-Scooter years should you stay away from?

By NHTSA complaints, 2013 (30) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical C650 GT Maxi-Scooter year. 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 C650 GT Maxi-Scooter?

Engine, with 32 complaints across 6 model years.

How many recalls does the BMW C650 GT Maxi-Scooter have?

4 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.