2011 BMW F650 GS Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other F650 GS years
- Not enough data 4th of 11 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA about the 2011 BMW F650 GS. That ranks 4th out of 11 F650 GS model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is power train (2 complaints, 67%), typically at around 2,000 miles. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 3owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2011 BMW F650 GS 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 2 | 67% | 2,000 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 1 | 33% | 1,500 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 33% | 1,500 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 33% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2011 BMW F650 GS recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Equipment
Problem: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2013-2017 F800R and F800GT motorcycles, 2014-2018 R1200GS and R1200GS Adventure motorcycles, 2016-2017 S1000XR motorcycles and 2015-2017 R1200R and R1200RS, 2008-2012 F650GS, 2008-2018 F800GS, and 2014-2017 F800GS Adventure motorcycles. When equipped with the optional aluminum luggage cases, the rear reflex reflectors may be partially blocked. The aluminum case mounts for the R1200GS and R1200GS Adventure may also partially block the reflectors. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk: If the rear reflex reflectors are obscured from view, it can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will install reflectors on the cases or for the case mounts, an additional bracket with rear reflex reflectors, free of charge. The recall began October 16, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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 silver reflecting coating behind the headlight bulb is burning off. This reduces my light visibility to me and oncoming vehicles.
The may 18th date is a rough guess. The engine has died two times between shifts from second to first, very slow speed, coming to stops. One time was in light rain. Most recent was november 29, 2011 after approximately 15 miles of riding in light rain. *tr in medium to heavy rain, engine begins to…
Date and mileage are very approximate. It was sometime during summer 2011. Clutch cable end apparently slipped out of the lever end on the transmission causing the transmission to remain engaged to engine. I stopped the bike by stalling it, almost causing a crash. There should be a safety lock to…
Other BMW F650 GS years
← 2010 F650 GS · 2012 F650 GS →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 F650 GS | 2 | 1 |
| 2011 | 3 | 1 |
| 2010 F650 GS | 3 | 3 |
| 2009 F650 GS | 11 | 4 |
| 2008 F650 GS | 0 | 6 |
| 2007 F650 GS | 2 | 2 |
| 2006 F650 GS | 1 | 1 |
| 2005 F650 GS | 2 | 0 |
| 2003 F650 GS | 3 | 0 |
| 2002 F650 GS | 4 | 0 |
| 2001 F650 GS | 14 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2011 BMW F650 GS?
Owners most often report power train, electrical system, engine and engine cooling problems. The top one, power train, accounts for 2 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2011 BMW F650 GS?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2011 BMW F650 GS a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other F650 GS model years, the 2011 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.