2007 Bmw F 800 S problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Fuel/Propulsion System (1) · Fuel System, Gasoline (1)
Safety recalls (1)
Wheels 2013-11-01 · campaign 13V549000 · 2,608 vehicles
Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2007-2009 F 800 S and F 800 ST motorcycles manufactured August 2006 through January 2009. Due to incorrect tolerances, the rear wheel drive bearing and rear axle may wear.
Risk: Bearing and axle wear may affect handling and control of the motorcycle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the wheel bearing, and if necessary, replace the bearing and rear axle, at no charge. The recall began on January 10, 2014. Owners may call BMW at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.
Service bulletins (18)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Electrical System 2024-01-11 · B611305 · 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 ã¢ââdischarged batteryã¢ââ complaints.
Electrical System:ignition:coil:spark Plugs 2021-11-30 · MC120107 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
the use of a faulty tool in engine assembly has led to isolated cases of damage to the spark plugs.
Electrical System 2021-09-20 · MC000521 · 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.
Electrical System 2021-07-01 · MC55297495 · 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 the on-board socket.
Power Train 2021-06-24 · MC210221 · 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
Equipment Adaptive/Mobility 2020-10-01 · B611305 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
discharged battery energy diagnosis must be performed: 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
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What owners report
2025-07-09 · Fuel System, Gasoline · 59,000 mi“the contact owns a 2007 bmw f 800 s. the contact stated that while inspecting the motorcycle in the driveway, the contact became aware that fuel was leaking from the fuel pump. the motorcycle was not taken to a dealer or an independent mechanic to be diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the failure but offered no assistance. the …”
2020-06-29 · Fuel/Propulsion System · 15,000 mi“fuel leaking from around fuel pump assembly resulted in electronic fuel pump module being soaked in fuel which caused catastrophic failure of the fuel pump assy and potential fire hazard. this appears to be similar to a recall affecting 2005 - 2012 bmw bikes. nhtsa campaign number: 13v617000. *tr…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.