2007 Bmw F800 St problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Suspension (2) · Fuel System, Gasoline (2) · Wheels (1)
Safety recalls (0)
No recalls on record for this model year (campaigns announced since 2010).
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
2013-03-18 · Suspension · 18,000 mi“tl* the contact owns a 2007 bmw f800 st. the contact stated that while driving approximately 40 mph, he noticed a chirping sound coming from the rear. the vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnosis. the technician stated the rear wheel bearing would have to be replaced as well as the rear axle sustained damage due to the rear bearing failure. th…”
2012-08-11 · Structure · 7,100 mi“the plastic mounting plate holding the fuel pump and fuel gauge sending unit developed a hairline crack. this crack allowed fuel to escape from the tank uncontrolled, which could cause a fire. the motorcycle was parked in the garage, where a gas water heater nearby could have ignited the fumes. this crack was not caused by any contact or pressure…”
2012-07-05 · Electrical System · 9,500 mi · 🔥 fire“during commuting all lights off, no turn, no stop lights, the bmw canbus switch off computer, speedometr, tachometr and abs stop working. battery supply/feed only engine, after few minutes engine stops. burnt smoke and odor come from alternator. *tr…”
2012-05-30 · Suspension · 16,000 mi“during use last weekend i noticed the drive belt riding abnormally on the rear drive pulley. i disassembled the rear drive on the motorcycle today and found the bearings and rear wheel support shaft in need of complete replacement. investigation on the web readily reveals dozens of threads on this subject, with results of failures including compl…”
2011-09-10 · Wheels · 29,100 mi“the rear wheel bearing seized causing a catastrophic wheel separation from the pulley and belt drive. i was told by bmw motorcycles of escondido, ca that the insides appeared to have "welded together" with the bearing and shaft "rusting together." i was told that this had never been an issue with other bikes that they have seen. however, numerou…”
2010-08-05 · Fuel System, Gasoline · 12,000 mi“bmw f800st coming off road speed limit 65 mph down ramp slow down to 30 mph bike stalls restart 3 time stall each time park bike ok after 10 min. happens again next day going around turn stall repeatedly unit bike is park this problem has been reported on by others yet no recall does someone have to get killed first like me. *tr…”
2010-07-04 · Fuel System, Gasoline · 6,000 mi“my 2007 bmw f800st motorcycle's engine is cutting out while the bike is in motion. i have experienced this at speeds as low as 5mph and as great as 60mph. the problem generally occurs when down shifting or completely closing the throttle after the engine temperature is at temperature and has been ridden at high throttle settings. i generally begin …”
2008-06-20 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · 650 mi“when braking over rough surfaces the abs releases all front brake pressure, resulting in a no brakes situation. *tr…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.