Does the 2014 BMW C650 GT Maxi-Scooter have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2014 BMW C650 GT Maxi-Scooter, the most recent reported on March 1, 2019 (Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components, hoses, lines/piping, and fittings). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2014 BMW C650 GT Maxi-Scooter?

Owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine (4 complaints), followed by engine and engine cooling (1).

How many 2014 BMW C650 GT Maxi-Scooter complaints mention a crash or fire?

0 of 6 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2014 BMW C650 GT Maxi-Scooter recalls and problems

2 recalls and 6 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2014 BMW C650 GT Maxi-Scooter.

recalls

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2014 BMW C650 GT Maxi-Scooter recalls

Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components, hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

NHTSA campaign 19V157000 · reported March 1, 2019 · BMW of North America, LLC · 2,707 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: 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.
The risk: A brake fluid leak can reduce braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.
The 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

NHTSA campaign 14V264000 · reported May 16, 2014 · BMW of North America, LLC · 1,360 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: 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.
The risk: An engine stall may increase the risk of a crash.
The 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.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Engine4
Engine and engine cooling1
Fuel/propulsion system1
Power train1
Unknown or other1

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Oct 4, 2024 · Engine and engine cooling · 11,000 miles
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…

Sep 2, 2020 · Engine · 22,330 miles
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…

Aug 2, 2020 · Engine · 29,002 miles
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…

Jul 17, 2018 · Engine · 6,364 miles
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…

Apr 8, 2017 · Fuel/propulsion system · 1,585 miles
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.

C650 GT Maxi-Scooter model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Fires
2012	1	0	0
2013	3	30	1
2014	2	6	0
2015	1	1	0
2016	1	6	0
2017	2	0	0

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Questions

Does the 2014 BMW C650 GT Maxi-Scooter have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2014 BMW C650 GT Maxi-Scooter, the most recent reported on March 1, 2019 (Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components, hoses, lines/piping, and fittings). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2014 BMW C650 GT Maxi-Scooter?: Owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine (4 complaints), followed by engine and engine cooling (1).
How many 2014 BMW C650 GT Maxi-Scooter complaints mention a crash or fire?: 0 of 6 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received October 4, 2024.