2006 BMW F650 GS Dakar Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other F650 GS Dakar years
- Not enough data 3rd of 4 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2006 BMW F650 GS Dakar. That ranks 3rd out of 4 F650 GS Dakar model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 12,485 miles. Complaints mention 1 fire. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 1owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2006 BMW F650 GS Dakar 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 1 | 100% | 12,485 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
2006 BMW F650 GS Dakar recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Structure:motorcycle:kickstand/center stand
Problem: On certain motorcycles, the weld between the side stand and the frame bottom section was not positioned properly. The load-bearing capability of the side stand is affected. As a result, the side stand could fail.
Risk: If this occurred when the motorcycle was parked, the motorcycle could fall to the ground and injure a person sitting on the motorcycle or a person nearby.
Fix: Dealers will install a new frame bottom section free of charge. The recall began on june 1, 2007. Owners may contact bmw at 1-800-831-1117.
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.
Motorcycle had 12,000 + miles on it when an electrical fault caused part of the wiring harness to burn. Fortunately i was attempting to start the motorcycle when this happened, not driving down the road. *tr
Other BMW F650 GS Dakar years
← 2002 F650 GS Dakar · 2007 F650 GS Dakar →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2007 F650 GS Dakar | 0 | 1 |
| 2006 | 1 | 1 |
| 2002 F650 GS Dakar | 3 | 0 |
| 2001 F650 GS Dakar | 2 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2006 BMW F650 GS Dakar?
Owners most often report electrical system problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2006 BMW F650 GS Dakar?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2006 BMW F650 GS Dakar a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other F650 GS Dakar model years, the 2006 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.