2007 Bmw F 800 St problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Wheels (3)
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.
Structure:frame And Members 2021-11-30 · MC460207 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
by mistake, the incorrect bolts were fitted to secure the license plate bracket on a small group of motorcyles.
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 2021-07-01 · 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
Showing the 6 most recent of 18 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2023-08-06 · Wheels“-there is a loud clicking sound from the rear wheel that could be caused by the rear wheel bearing/final drive. as a result, i am very worried about riding it because a failure could be catastrophic. the vehicle is available for inspection upon request. -it is my concern that the information system has been designed in a way that bmw motorrad to sh…”
2022-06-27 · Wheels · 22,000 mi“the contact owns a 2008 bmw f 800 st. the contact stated that an abnormal sound was coming from the rear wheel bearing with the abs warning light illuminated. the contact took the motorcycle to max bmw motorcycles (845 hoosick rd, troy, ny 12180) where he was informed that the wheel bearing might need to be replaced in the near future. the contact …”
2018-07-23 · Wheels · 13,000 mi“tl* the contact owns a 2007 bmw f 800 st. while operating the motorcycle at various speeds, the rear wheel would wobble and vibrate, which made the rear end very unstable. the failure was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer and local dealer (max bmw motorcycles, 845 hoosick st, troy ny) were notified of the failure. the contact was informed…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.