BMW Recalls F650 GS and F800 GS Model Motorcycles
January 7, 2010 – 9:04 amBMW is recalling model year 2008 through 2010 F650 GS and F800 GS motorcycles because of an problem where the engine stalls out during operation, potentially resulting in a crash.
When the engine is running, a vacuum is created to draw fresh air into the canister that mixes with the fuel vapors captured by the canister and combusted. Due to the routing of the ventilation hose, water could be drawn into the canister as well, causing the engine to stall.
If you are affected by this recall, you should take your motorcycle to the nearest BMW dealer who will install a new hose and route it differently so this does problem no longer occurs.
If you think your new or used motorcycle is defective or are experiencing major problems in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware, New York, Ohio, Massachusetts, Connecticut, New Hampshire, Wyoming, Michigan, Tennesee or Maryland, please contact Kimmel & Silverman at 1-800-LEMON LAW or through our website’s contact us page.
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6 Responses to “BMW Recalls F650 GS and F800 GS Model Motorcycles”
So is the recall on the F650GS only for the two cylinder motorcycles? I have a 2009 G650GS. BMW changed the nomenclature in 2009 from F650GS (single) to G650GS. I have about 5000 miles on it and I am having a similar stalling problem. Could it be the same problem? Are the 2009 G650GS included in the recall?
Thanks,
Ted S
Austin, TX
By Ted Sullivan on Feb 22, 2010
Hello Ted, thanks for your question. Unfortunately that specific model is not included in the recall, but we suggest that you get it to your dealer ASAP and make sure you document the problem. If the problem continues, motorcycles are covered by the lemon law in Texas, but it requires 4 repair attempts for the same problem, or 30 days out of service under warranty. Write us back and we can refer to you to a lemon law attorney in Texas who’ll take good care of you.
By admin on Feb 22, 2010
Hi,
Im experiencing the same issues.
While riding the engine just stalls for no reason, this is really dangerous and keeps me nervous especially if my wife rides with, stalling at the wrong time can cost our lives.
The bike has been in to BMW numerous times and they mentioned nothing of the sort.
Chris.
By Chris Combrink on Dec 6, 2010
Hi Chris,
Please contact us about this issue so we can try to help you resolve it. Use this link to send us your info:
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Thank you!
By admin on Dec 6, 2010
Hello,
I wrote in last year about a stalling problem with my G650GS. They figured out that it was a defective catalytic converter and replaced it. After the replacement the bike ran great;… for about 10 months. It’s right back to the way it was before the repair. Do the ’09 G650GSs have a problem with over heating, to the point that it could repeatedly melt the cat?
By Ted Sullivan on Jan 25, 2011
There is a recall (you should have been notified by BMW if the records are correct) that addresses stalling on the F800GS and F650GS TWINS (2-cylinder) bikes.
The problem is caused by water entering the drain tube from the carbon canister emissions control system during heavy rain or a water-crossing situation.
The fix is easy, inexpensive, and only takes a few mintues.
By Jim on Feb 3, 2011