2009 BMW F 800 ST Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other F 800 ST years
- Not enough data 3rd of 4 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA about the 2009 BMW F 800 ST. That ranks 3rd out of 4 F 800 ST model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is fuel system, gasoline (3 complaints, 50%), typically at around 2,925 miles. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 6owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2009 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 3 | 50% | 2,925 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 17% | 15,000 | — | — |
| Structure | 1 | 17% | 32,000 | — | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 17% | 40,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2009 BMW F 800 ST recalls (1)
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].
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.
The contact owns a 2009 BMW F-800 ST. The contact stated that the ABS warning light was displayed on the instrument panel. While driving the vehicle, the contact experienced loose handling and control of the motorcycle coming from the rear wheel. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who…
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 bmw f800 st motorcycle. While the vehicle was at the dealer for service, the technician noticed drops of oil on the ground. The dealer diagnosed that the bolts holding the oil pan were failing and needed replacement. The contact was also notified by the dealer that there…
Vehicle stalls after riding in temps above 95 degrees and with tank less than half full. Very dangerous!!!! New fuel pump installed on 5/10/2012. Will advise if problem continues. *tr
Cpsc#i1220183a. Bmw motorcycle. Consumer stated her bike stalled in heavy traffic. The fuel pump seized do to excess heat almost killing her. *ln the consumer stated bmw repaired the bike, with the same faulty part. *jb
Bmw f800st motorcycle fuel pump failures. Over heat and sudden failure of the fuel pump can result in death or serioues injury. Fuel pump overheats, shorts out and suddenly stops. Will begin working again once it has cooled down. Bmw north america knows about this and is doing nothing. I almost was…
Other BMW F 800 ST years
← 2008 F 800 ST · 2010 F 800 ST →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 F 800 ST | 1 | 0 |
| 2009 | 6 | 1 |
| 2008 F 800 ST | 13 | 2 |
| 2007 F 800 ST | 11 | 3 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2009 BMW F 800 ST?
Owners most often report fuel system, gasoline, fuel/propulsion system, structure problems. The top one, fuel system, gasoline, accounts for 3 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2009 BMW F 800 ST?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2009 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 2009 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.