2014 Bmw C650 Gt Maxi-Scooter problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Engine (3) · Fuel/Propulsion System (1) · Engine And Engine Cooling (1)
Safety recalls (2)
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings 2019-03-01 · campaign 19V157000 · 2,707 vehicles
Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2013-2018 BMW C600 Sport and C650 Sport and 2013-2019 C650 GT scooters. Repeated turning of the handlebars to the left most position may cause the front brake hose to crack and leak over time.
Risk: A brake fluid leak can reduce braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake hose, adding an additional protective sleeve that will cover the hose connection fitting, free of charge. The recall began August 6, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Note: This recall includes scooters previously recalled under 15V-738.
Engine And Engine Cooling:engine 2014-05-16 · campaign 14V264000 · 1,360 vehicles
Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 C 600 Sport Maxi-Scooter, and C 650 GT Maxi-Scooter motorcycles manufactured August 2, 2012, through February 18, 2014. In the affected motorcycles, the camshaft chain tensioner may not function properly, resulting in an engine stall.
Risk: An engine stall may increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the camshaft chain tensioner, free of charge. BMW distributed interim notification to owners on July 15, 2014. The recall is expected to begin in July 2014. Owners may contact BMW Customer Relations at 1-800-525-7417.
Service bulletins (19)
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.
Visibility:rearview Mirrors/Devices:exterior 2021-04-01 · MC64481126 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
sva! infotext is displayed in instrument cluster (see attachment)
Structure:frame And Members 2021-04-01 · MC310421 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
the complaint of leaking telescopic forks is the top warranty claim in many current models,
Electrical System: Instrument Cluster/Panel 2018-01-29 · MC64010520 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
incorrect tire pressure appears in the instrument cluster. contamination or obstruction of the rdc sensor.
Electrical System: Instrument Cluster/Panel 2018-01-18 · MC63997656 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
instrument cluster self check is slow. suftware update is required. rectified with i level k001-17-07-500.
Power Train:manual Transmission:column Shift Assembly 2017-05-01 · MC2300117 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
customer complains about an operating failure on the left or right multifunction switch.
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What owners report
2024-10-04 · Engine And Engine Cooling · 11,000 mi“the contact owns a 2014 bmw c650 gt maxi-scooter. the contact stated while riding 5 mph, the engine made an abnormal sound. the contact rode the scooter to the residence; however, upon arrival, the scooter shut off independently. the scooter was taken to the dealer; however, the scooter was not diagnosed or repaired. the contact was made aware of n…”
2020-09-02 · Engine · 22,330 mi“the timing chain tensioner on my bmw 2014 c650gt malfunctioned and destroyed the engine in my scooter. i am uninjured. luckily. stalled as i arrived at my destination and would not restart with very loud rattling noises from the engine compartment. i'm quite upset after seeing the attached recall from 6 years ago and wondering why the dealership wh…”
2020-08-02 · Engine · 29,002 mi“vehicle stalled while driving at low speeds or at idle. the vehicle also stalled while making a left turn at an intersection and would not immediately restart. there was a recall on this model affecting years 2013 and 2014 this is a 2014 model. this is being referred to you because i was within 6 feet of being killed for this problem and when i men…”
2018-07-17 · Unknown Or Other · 6,364 mi“the unit started to stall out almost got hit by another car, loud knocking noise ran poorly like it was missing, quit running all together, then started turning over like it had no compression, took to a bmw dealer they took motorcycle apart told me our serial number wasn't covered under recall although same year and model has a recall for same p…”
2017-04-08 · Fuel/Propulsion System · 1,585 mi“scooter stalls when coming to a stop, or turning at a slow speed. it appears to happen after the scooter has warmed up. stalls at intersections causing near misses from cars behind thinking i'm pulling away from intersection when bike stalls.…”
2014-07-24 · Engine · 500 mi“tl* the contact owns a 2014 bmw c650 gt. the contact stated that while driving approximately 30 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. the failure continued to occur three times over a period of seven months. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer for a diagnostic testing. the contact later received a recall notification related to nhtsa camp…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.