2001 BMW F650 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other F650 years
- Not enough data
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA about the 2001 BMW F650. The most reported problem area is fuel system, gasoline (2 complaints, 67%). Complaints mention 1 crash, 2 injuries. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 3owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 1complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2001 BMW F650 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 | 2 | 67% | — | — | — |
| Visibility | 1 | 33% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2001 BMW F650 recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Suspension:rear
Problem: Vehicle description: motorcycles. Under certain riding conditions when the rear brake and the throttle are applied simultaneously, the rear brake caliper support could bend, leading to contact between the brake hose connecting piece on the rear caliper and the swing arm.
Risk: Brake fluid leakage from the caliper could occur, resulting in loss of rear braking capability.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the rear brake caliper support and, if it is bent, will replace the swing arm, together with the caliper and brake hose, if necessary. If the support is not bent, it will be reinforced with a plastic block. Owner notification began may 10, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact bmw at 1-800-831-1117, option #4.
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 driving vehicle was unable to accelerate. Dealership informed the consumer that the problem pertained to the fuel pump. The problem was not resolved. *ak
Failed over 5 times, dealer can't fix it. Motorcycle stalls at highway speeds, resulting in an accident!. Filing lemon law claim in nj soon!*ak
Both mirrors fold back due to wind at highway speeds, repeatedly, rendering them useless. While riding you can reach up and push them back but they will just fold back again and again. Will not stay in place to allow rider to see traffic following. *ak
Other BMW F650 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2001 | 3 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2001 BMW F650?
Owners most often report fuel system, gasoline, visibility problems. The top one, fuel system, gasoline, accounts for 2 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2001 BMW F650?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2001 BMW F650 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other F650 model years, the 2001 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.