Complaints over time
Complaints about the 2015 BMW F800 GS peaked in 2015, with 1 filed
Owner complaints about this model year, by the year they were filed with NHTSA.
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. The lighter column runs through October.
Model year
2015 BMW F800 GS
Motorcycle, gasoline, built in Germany. Owner complaints on file from May 15, 2015 to Aug 28, 2020.
Recall campaigns covering this model year249k vehicles or units across those campaigns
Owner complaints2Close to the median 2015 motorcycle
Severity index50.02015 motorcycles average 12.7
First 24 months1Complaints in its first two years
Components
50% of complaints about the 2015 BMW F800 GS name fuel system
Owner complaints by component. Hover or focus a bar for the crash, fire, injury or death count.
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. A complaint can name more than one component; it is counted under the first.
Recalls
2 recall campaigns cover the 2015 BMW F800 GS
Check a specific vehicle by VIN on NHTSA's site: a campaign may cover only part of a model year's production.
| Campaign | Filed | Subject | Component | Vehicles | Remedy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18E-016 | Mar 21, 2018 | Specifically being recalled is Windscreen model number 8531917, sold for use on model year 2012-2018 F700GS motorcycles, Windscreen model number… | Equipment | 1,571 | Part replacement |
| 17V-481 | Jul 28, 2017 | When equipped with the optional aluminum luggage cases, the rear reflex reflectors may be partially blocked | Equipment | 47,775 | Repair or modification |
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file.
Owner complaints
What owners reported about the 2015 BMW F800 GS
The full text of every complaint filed with NHTSA about this model year, newest first. Complaints are filed by owners and are not verified by NHTSA; NHTSA removes personal details before publishing.
2 complaints on file, page 1 of 1.
- Filed Aug 28, 2020Failure Aug 26, 20202,000 milesWashingtonville, OHFuel/propulsion system
WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD GOING 55 MPH I LET OFF OF THE THROTTLE TO SLOW DOWN BEFORE ENTERING A SLOWER SPEED AREA AND THE BIKE TURNED OFF. THE BIKE WILL NOT IDLE WITHOUT HAVING THE THROTTLE ON. I HAD TO KEEP THE THROTTLE ON FOR THE REMAINDER OF MY TRIP OR THE BIKE WILL IMMEDIATELY DROP IN RPMS AND TURN OFF.
NHTSA complaint 11351750 - Filed May 15, 2015Failure May 14, 2015380 milesTacoma, WAUnknown or otherCrash1 injured
CLUTCH LEVER SNAPS OFF SUPER EASILY AND BROKE WHEN WAS BROUGHT IN TO FAST. MADE OF CHEAP MATERIALS THAT BREAK AND LEAVE SHARP EDGES EXPOSED. CAUSED MOTORCYCLE TO LURCH FORWARD AND FALL OVER. AND NOW THERE ARE DAMAGES TO BROKEN CLUTCH LEVER AS WELL AS DAMAGE TO BAR WEIGHT ON LEFT HAND SIDE AND PASSENGER LEFT PEG. EFFECTS SAFE OPERATION OF MOTORCYCLE AND LEFT WITH EASY BREAKING POINTS ACCORDING TO DEALER.
NHTSA complaint 10716720
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file.
Investigations
NHTSA has not opened an investigation on this model year
Source: NHTSA ODI investigations file.
Service bulletins
13 manufacturer communications cover this model year
Technical service bulletins and other notices the manufacturer sent to dealers. A bulletin is not a recall.
- B611305 Jan 11, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
The electrical system of BMW vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few years. This has led to increased demands being placed on the battery. This document covers important information for the dealer on how to handle âdisc… - MC000521 Sep 20, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
One of the following situations can occur when connecting to BN2000 motorcycles: 1. The installed control units cannot be found when reading out with ISTA. 2. Control units initially communicate after connecting to the vehicle, but communication later stops. - MC55297495 Jul 1, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Vehicle battery not charged despite the battery charger being connected to the on-board socket (manufactured before 2009)Headlights and rear lights light up intermittently despite the ignition being switched off and the battery charger being connected to th… - MC210221 Jun 24, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
The clutch plates do not tolerate frequent and prolonged operation at the clutch friction zone, causing a shorter service life in motorcycles that see intensive use - MC1100116 May 1, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Coolant pump drain hose. Details The coolant pump is fitted with a radial shaft seal on the oil-side and on the coolant-side is a mechanical seal. Mechanical seals are reliable an durable, yet for technical reasons, they always exhibit minor seepage. The s… - MC59934171 Oct 1, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Coolant pump WITH drainage line as of model year 2015 not yet included in the PDI system - MC56005564 Oct 1, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Heated handlebar grips intermittently not working - MC55813536 Oct 1, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Navigator V maintains a Bluetooth connection to a mobile phone for a short period. - MC63308496 May 1, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Frequent failure of the gear indicator and engine running issues after changing the final drive ratio (drive chain and sprockets) on K7X bikes with electronic throttle control. - MC2300117 May 1, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Customer complains about an operating failure on the left or right multifunction switch. - MC59759165 Dec 1, 2015 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Transmission rattles when the engine is at operating temperature and idling. - MC50349142 Nov 1, 2015 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Bluetooth issues between Navigators, mobile phones, communication and audio systems. - MC61461571 Jun 1, 2015 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Mist forms in the headlight. This is due to condensation and goes away again.
Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications files.