BMW F 800 ST Problems by Year
NHTSA has 31 owner complaints and 3 safety recalls on file for the BMW F 800 ST, across 4 model years (2007–2010). The 2008 model year has the most complaints (13). The most reported problem area overall is fuel system, gasoline.
BMW F 800 ST years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical F 800 ST year: 2008. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2008 F 800 ST: 13 complaints, 2 recalls
- 2007 F 800 ST: 11 complaints, 3 recalls
- 2009 F 800 ST: 6 complaints, 1 recall
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 F 800 ST problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 8 | 3 | 0 |
| Wheels | 8 | 3 | 0 |
| Power Train | 5 | 3 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Structure | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Equipment | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All BMW F 800 ST model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 F 800 ST | 1 | 0 | — | Power Train | |
| 2009 F 800 ST | 6 | 1 | — | Fuel System, Gasoline | |
| 2008 F 800 ST | 13 | 2 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2007 F 800 ST | 11 | 3 | — | Wheels | More complaints than other years |
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Frequently asked questions
Which BMW F 800 ST years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 2008 (13) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical F 800 ST 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 F 800 ST?
Fuel System, Gasoline, with 8 complaints across 3 model years.
How many recalls does the BMW F 800 ST have?
3 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.