2008 BMW F 800 ST Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other F 800 ST years
- Far more complaints than other years 1st of 4 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 13 complaints with NHTSA about the 2008 BMW F 800 ST. That is the most of any F 800 ST model year in the database (4 years). The most reported problem area is engine and engine cooling (3 complaints, 23%), typically at around 5,000 miles. Complaints mention 1 crash, 1 fire. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 13owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 1complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2008 BMW F 800 ST problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 3 | 23% | 5,000 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 3 | 23% | 14,000 | — | — |
| Wheels | 3 | 23% | 27,000 | — | — |
| Power Train | 2 | 15% | 32,870 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 1 | 8% | 28,000 | — | — |
| Equipment | 1 | 8% | 1,900 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 8% | 27,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 8% | 1,900 | — | — |
| Visibility | 1 | 8% | 4,215 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2008 BMW F 800 ST recalls (2)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Wheels
Problem: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2007-2009 F 800 S and F 800 ST motorcycles manufactured August 2006 through January 2009. Due to incorrect tolerances, the rear wheel drive bearing and rear axle may wear.
Risk: Bearing and axle wear may affect handling and control of the motorcycle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the wheel bearing, and if necessary, replace the bearing and rear axle, at no charge. The recall began on January 10, 2014. Owners may call BMW at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at [email protected].
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Problem: Bmw is recalling 1,980 my 2007-2008 f800 s and f800 st motorcycles. Due to the routing of the fuel tank breather hose, pressure equalization inside the fuel tank is possible only to a limited extent. Consequently, at high ambient temperatures, the fuel tank can deform. If this happened at the point where the fuel tank is shaped to provide clearance for the rear wheel, then, in combination with a large payload, the bottom of the tank could rub against the rear wheel.
Risk: If this occurred, it is possible that a leak could develop in the tank. Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
Fix: Dealers will reroute the fuel tank breather hose. The recall began during august 2008. Owners may contact bmw at 1-800-331-1117.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
While riding my bmw f800st on a long road trip, i noticed a loud squeaking sound coming from the rear wheel. My drive belt also seemed to be shifting out from the wheel. At the time i didn't know what it was, but when i returned home from my trip, i researched to find there was a rear bearing…
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 bmw f800 st. The contact stated that the abs warning indicator illuminated and remained lit. In addition, the odometer stopped working and the rear wheels wobbled. The vehicle was not included in a recall. The dealer and manufacturer were not notified. The vehicle was…
The rear wheel bearing on the 2006-2009 f8000st is a known failure item. Bmwna issued a recall. See: 13v549. Unfortunately, the recall does not contain the problem. The recall requires bmw to inspect the drive axle and if the vehicle doesn't exhibit any symptoms, the recall is marked as complete…
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 bmw f 800 st. The contact stated the rear wheel drive bearing malfunctioned. The contact mentioned that the failure occurred twice. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 53,054. *tr
The rear wheel bearings failed, and produced excessive rear wheel wobble. I detected the problem and took it to the dealer - north tx house of motorcycles in hurst tx. They said the bearings, shaft, brake pads and other associated parts need replaced for a cost of usd1,832. Had the mechanism been…
Other BMW F 800 ST years
← 2007 F 800 ST · 2009 F 800 ST →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 F 800 ST | 1 | 0 |
| 2009 F 800 ST | 6 | 1 |
| 2008 | 13 | 2 |
| 2007 F 800 ST | 11 | 3 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2008 BMW F 800 ST?
Owners most often report engine and engine cooling, fuel system, gasoline, wheels problems. The top one, engine and engine cooling, accounts for 3 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2008 BMW F 800 ST?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2008 BMW F 800 ST a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other F 800 ST model years, the 2008 has far more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.