BMW F 800 GS Problems by Year
NHTSA has 39 owner complaints and 8 safety recalls on file for the BMW F 800 GS, across 11 model years (2008–2025). The 2009 model year has the most complaints (17). The most reported problem area overall is fuel/propulsion system.
BMW F 800 GS years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical F 800 GS year: 2009, 2013. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2009 F 800 GS: 17 complaints, 4 recalls
- 2013 F 800 GS: 10 complaints, 3 recalls
- 2012 F 800 GS: 4 complaints, 1 recall
Model years with the fewest complaints
- 2008 F 800 GS: 1 complaint, 4 recalls
- 2014 F 800 GS: 1 complaint, 1 recall
- 2015 F 800 GS: 2 complaints, 1 recall
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common BMW F 800 GS problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel/propulsion System | 14 | 4 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 9 | 4 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 4 | 3 | 0 |
| Wheels | 4 | 2 | 0 |
| Engine | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Structure | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Power Train | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Other | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Tires | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All BMW F 800 GS model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 F 800 GS | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2017 F 800 GS | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2016 F 800 GS | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2015 F 800 GS | 2 | 1 | — | Fuel/propulsion System | |
| 2014 F 800 GS | 1 | 1 | — | Tires | |
| 2013 F 800 GS | 10 | 3 | — | Fuel/propulsion System | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2012 F 800 GS | 4 | 1 | — | Fuel/propulsion System | |
| 2011 F 800 GS | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2010 F 800 GS | 4 | 2 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2009 F 800 GS | 17 | 4 | — | Electrical System | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2008 F 800 GS | 1 | 4 | — | Wheels |
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Frequently asked questions
Which BMW F 800 GS years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 2009 (17), 2013 (10) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical F 800 GS year. Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the BMW F 800 GS?
Fuel/propulsion System, with 14 complaints across 4 model years.
How many recalls does the BMW F 800 GS have?
8 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.