2007 BMW G650X Challenge Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Feb 2, 2010 · 2 owner complaints analyzed

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Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2007 BMW G650X Challenge. The most reported problem area is electrical system (1 complaints, 50%), typically at around 700 miles. There are 4 safety recalls covering this model year.

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

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Most common 2007 BMW G650X Challenge problems

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

Electrical System1 · ~700 mi
Fuel System, Gasoline1 · ~500 mi
Service Brakes, Hydraulic1 · ~500 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Electrical System150%700——
Fuel System, Gasoline150%500——
Service Brakes, Hydraulic150%500——

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

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2008, with 1 complaints
2008: 1200812010: 120101

n = 2 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2007 BMW G650X Challenge recalls (4)

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Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsMar 11, 2008 · NHTSA campaign 08V106000 · 1,391 vehicles

Problem: Bmw is recalling 1,391 my 2007 g650x challenge, country, and moto motorcycles. The fuel lines may have been damaged during production, and could develop a leak. The leak could occur either through the fabric inlay at the end of the line, or, through a crack in the actual line.

Risk: Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the fuel lines free of charge. The recall began during april 2008. Owners may contact bmw at 1-800-831-1117.

Suspension:rearMar 11, 2008 · NHTSA campaign 08V111000 · 744 vehicles

Problem: Bmw is recalling 744 my 2007 g650x challenger and country motorcycles. The motorcycles may have had the wrong circular clip installed on the left hand side of the rear wheel bearing guide. This circlip can rub against a spacer bushing, creating metal shavings which may enter the wheel bearing, causing it to fail and the antilock brake system (abs) may malfunction. This would be indicated by illumination of the abs warning lamp.

Risk: If this happened, the brakes would remain fully available to slow and stop the motorcycle. Depending on traffic and road conditions as well as a rider's reactions, could increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will check and install a correct circlip, along with a new spacer bushing, wheel bearings, and shaft sealing rings free of charge. The recall began during april 2008. Owners may contact bmw at 1-800-831-1117.

Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pumpAug 22, 2007 · NHTSA campaign 07V376000 · 764 vehicles

Problem: On certain motorcycles, the fuel pump wiring set has not been manufactured according to specification. The contacts in the plug for the fuel pump can break.

Risk: The fuel pump will fail and fuel delivery to the engine would cease causing the engine to stall increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the fuel pump unit wiring set free of charge. The recall began on october 1, 2007. Owners may contact bmw at 1-800-831-1117.

Engine and engine cooling:engineAug 15, 2007 · NHTSA campaign 07V367000 · 173 vehicles

Problem: On certain motorcycles, a left-side chain tensioner has been incorrectly installed on the right side. As a result, a hex nut, which is used to secure the chain tensioner, is improperly seated against the tensioner.

Risk: Loosening of the chain tensioner and the rear wheel axle may occur. This could lead to a condition in which the motorcycle is unstable, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will install a new right side chain tensioner free of charge. The recall began on november 13, 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.

Problem in the fuel system for the 3rd time. Problem with the brakes too. *tr

Fuel System, Gasoline · received Feb 2, 2010 · NHTSA complaint 10303974

Tl*the contact owns a 2007 bmw g650x challenge. While riding at any speed the motorcycle randomly shuts off and loses all power, including the brake lights. The failure has occurred twice. The contact considers this to be a safety issue because it could cause a rear end crash while traveling at…

Electrical System · received Oct 28, 2008 · NHTSA complaint 10246921

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2007 BMW G650X Challenge?

Owners most often report electrical system, fuel system, gasoline, service brakes, hydraulic problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2007 BMW G650X Challenge?

Yes, 4 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2007 BMW G650X Challenge a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other G650X Challenge model years, the 2007 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.