2009 BMW F 800 GS Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other F 800 GS years
- Far more complaints than other years 1st of 11 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 4 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 17 complaints with NHTSA about the 2009 BMW F 800 GS. That is the most of any F 800 GS model year in the database (11 years). The most reported problem area is electrical system (4 complaints, 24%), typically at around 30,075 miles. There are 4 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 17owner complaints
- 4safety 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 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 4 | 24% | 30,075 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 3 | 18% | 9,712 | — | — |
| Wheels | 3 | 18% | 9,000 | — | — |
| Engine | 2 | 12% | 24,376 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 2 | 12% | 19,100 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 6% | — | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 6% | 600 | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 6% | 8,950 | — | — |
| Structure | 1 | 6% | 10,250 | — | — |
| Suspension | 1 | 6% | 15,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2009 BMW F 800 GS recalls (4)
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.
Power train
Problem: Bmw is recalling certain model year 2008 and 2009 f650 gs and f 800 gs motorcycles manufactured from september 27, 2007 through march 30, 2009. The drive chains may not have been produced to specification. As a result, over time the drive chain could break.
Risk: If the broken chain becomes trapped between the rear wheel and the frame, the rear wheel could lock up, possibly resulting in a crash.
Fix: Bmw will notify owners and dealers will replace the drive chain and sprockets on the affected motorcycles free of charge. The safety recall began on august 30, 2010. Owners may contact bmw at 1-800-525-7417.
Engine and engine cooling
Problem: Bmw is recalling certain model year 2008 through 2010 f650 gs and f800 gs motorcycles manufactured between january 2008 and december 2009. During engine operation, a vacuum is created in order to draw fresh air into the canister. This air then mixes with the fuel vapors captured by the canister, and is subsequently combusted. Due to the routing of the ventilation hose, water near the end of the hose could be drawn into the charcoal canister.
Risk: Water could flow into the canister causing a stalling condition increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and add an additional hose and route it such that the present defect is prevented. This remedy will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on may 13, 2010. Owners may contact bmw at 1-800-831-1117.
Power train:axle assembly
Problem: Bmw is recalling 754 my 2009 f800 gs vehicles. The axle shaft wall thickness may not have been manufactured according to specifications.
Risk: If the wall thickness was not sufficient, the axle shaft could deform and could break increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the front wheel quick-release axle and replace it with an improved axle free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during june 2009. 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.
The contact owns a 2009 BMW F800 GS. The contact stated while riding 70 MPH, the motorcycle inadvertently lost motive power. The contact pulled over to the shoulder of the roadway and restarted the motorcycle. After restarting the motorcycle, the motorcycle returned to normal functionality, but the…
The plastic fuel tank on this motorcycle is known to have a material or manufacturing defect in the form of a lateral crack all the way around the tank. The fuel tank is positioned directly over the exhaust system under the seat. I discovered this defect on my machine after smelling gas during a…
Headlight reflector has burned causing diminished nighttime visibility. Oem style bulbs have been the only equipment used. *tr
I was traveling on the freeway at approximately 75 mph when traffic started to slow down. As i rolled off the throttle to slow down the engine completely died. I had to coast through multiple lanes of high speed freeway traffic to get to the shoulder. I saw that no warning/ check engine lights had…
Stator / flywheel no longer charging battery. Ran on battery power until engine quit on freeway at 65 mph. Coasted to shoulder and waited for tow. 2nd time this happened. First time at 28,000 miles. *tr
Other BMW F 800 GS years
← 2008 F 800 GS · 2010 F 800 GS →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 F 800 GS | 0 | 1 |
| 2017 F 800 GS | 0 | 1 |
| 2016 F 800 GS | 0 | 1 |
| 2015 F 800 GS | 2 | 1 |
| 2014 F 800 GS | 1 | 1 |
| 2013 F 800 GS | 10 | 3 |
| 2012 F 800 GS | 4 | 1 |
| 2011 F 800 GS | 0 | 1 |
| 2010 F 800 GS | 4 | 2 |
| 2009 | 17 | 4 |
| 2008 F 800 GS | 1 | 4 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2009 BMW F 800 GS?
Owners most often report electrical system, fuel/propulsion system, wheels problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 4 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2009 BMW F 800 GS?
Yes, 4 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2009 BMW F 800 GS a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other F 800 GS model years, the 2009 has far more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.