2013 BMW G650GS Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other G650GS years
- Not enough data 4th of 6 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2013 BMW G650GS. That ranks 4th out of 6 G650GS model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine (2 complaints, 100%), typically at around 18,600 miles. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 2owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2013 BMW G650GS 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2 | 100% | 18,600 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 1 | 50% | 36,000 | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 50% | 1,200 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 50% | 1,200 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2013 BMW G650GS recalls (2)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Electrical system:software; engine and engine cooling:engine
Problem: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2013-2016 BMW G650GS motorcycles manufactured March 8, 2013, to October 12, 2015, and 2013-2015 BMW G650GS Sertao motorcycles manufactured March 8, 2013, to May 23, 2014. The affected motorcycles may stall during operation due to an engine control unit (ECU) software issue.
Risk: If the engine stalls during operation, it increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will update the ECU software, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin November 18, 2016. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Note: This recall supersedes recall 15V-537. Motorcycles that were repaired under that recall need to have their software updated again as part of this campaign.
Electrical system:software; engine and engine cooling:engine
Problem: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 G 650 GS motorcycles manufactured March 8, 2013, to March 2, 2015, and 2013-2014 G 650 GS Sertao motorcycles manufactured March 8, 2013, to May 23, 2014. The affected motorcycles may stall when they are idling and the clutch lever is pulled in.
Risk: If the engine stalls, there is an increased risk of a crash.
Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will install a revised version of the engine control unit software, free of charge. The recall began on October 14, 2015. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or by email at [email protected].
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 engine control software regulates idle speed. When the clutch lever is egagaged, and the engine is operating at idle, the motorcycle abruptly stalls reagardless of speed. It caused a near -rear end crash as any downshifting resulted in stalls instead of idle.
Engine control unit: when the clutch is engaged and the engine speed is near idle, the engine control unit turns off the engine. This happens anytime the motorcycle needs to come to a stop (traffic light, stop sign, etc.). When the engine speed is kept above 3000 rpms, the bike runs fine and idles…
Other BMW G650GS years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 G650GS | 5 | 1 |
| 2015 G650GS | 4 | 2 |
| 2014 G650GS | 6 | 2 |
| 2013 | 2 | 2 |
| 2011 G650GS | 1 | 0 |
| 2009 G650GS | 2 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2013 BMW G650GS?
Owners most often report engine, electrical system, power train problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 2 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2013 BMW G650GS?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2013 BMW G650GS a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other G650GS model years, the 2013 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.