2013 BMW F800 GT Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Dec 11, 2019 · 3 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other F800 GT years
Not enough data 1st of 5 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
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Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA about the 2013 BMW F800 GT. That is the most of any F800 GT model year in the database (5 years). The most reported problem area is engine (1 complaints, 33%), typically at around 28,309 miles. Complaints mention 1 injury. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2013 BMW F800 GT problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Engine1 · ~28,309 mi
Fuel/propulsion System1 · ~28,309 mi
Unknown or Other1 · ~11,980 mi
Visibility1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Engine133%28,309——
Fuel/propulsion System133%28,309——
Unknown or Other133%11,980——
Visibility133%———

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2015, with 1 complaints
2015: 1201512017: 1201712019: 120191

n = 3 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2013 BMW F800 GT recalls (2)

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EquipmentJul 28, 2017 · NHTSA campaign 17V481000 · 47,775 vehicles

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.

Structure:motorcycle:kickstand/center stand; electrical systemFeb 19, 2014 · NHTSA campaign 14V065000 · 4,453 vehicles

Problem: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2013 C 600 Sport, C 650 GT, F 700 GS, F 800 GS, F 800 GS Adventure, F 800 GT, R 1200 R and R1200 GS motorcycles. Water may enter the side-stand switch preventing the motorcycle from starting or potentially shutting off the motorcycle while it is being ridden.

Risk: An unexpected shutdown increases the risk of a crash.

Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the side-stand switch, free of charge. The recall began on April 8, 2014. 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.

08/30/2013, 1st owner replaced fuel level sensor, 3365 miles. 01/05/2018 bike shows reserve fuel light, 4 miles later stalls, middle of #2 lane at i-15/hwy 60 transition in socal. Heavy traffic. Semi trucks covered me pushing dead bike to safety lane. Rolled to/refueled bike at nearest gas station…

Engine · received Dec 11, 2019 · NHTSA complaint 11288560

2013 bmw . Consumer writes in regards to safety recall -481. *lad the consumer was advised the motorcycle was not included in the recall or that the recall did not exist. The consumer was seeking clarification. Updated 11/22/2017*js

Visibility · received Nov 22, 2017 · NHTSA complaint 11046752

Today, 5/2/2015, it was about 90 degrees ambient in los angeles and ellen and i went on a breakfast ride into the mountains. Today, i took a non-contact ir laser temperature gun infrared digital thermometer sight handheld. Not a true scientific instrument but good enough to take some relative…

Unknown or Other · received May 5, 2015 · NHTSA complaint 10714561

Other BMW F800 GT years

2014 F800 GT →

YearComplaintsRecalls
2017 F800 GT01
2016 F800 GT02
2015 F800 GT12
2014 F800 GT02
201332

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2013 BMW F800 GT?

Owners most often report engine, fuel/propulsion system, unknown or other problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2013 BMW F800 GT?

Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2013 BMW F800 GT a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other F800 GT model years, the 2013 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.