Does the 2003 BMW F650 CS have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2003 BMW F650 CS, the most recent reported on May 19, 2004 (Fuel system, gasoline: delivery, fuel pump). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2003 BMW F650 CS?

Owners have filed 8 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (3 complaints), followed by fuel system, gasoline (3).

How many 2003 BMW F650 CS complaints mention a crash or fire?

1 of 8 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 1 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2003 BMW F650 CS recalls and problems

4 recalls and 8 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2003 BMW F650 CS.

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.

2003 BMW F650 CS recalls

Fuel system, gasoline: delivery, fuel pump

NHTSA campaign 04V236000 · reported May 19, 2004 · BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE · 1,560 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: On certain motorcycles, the plastic fuel pump flange could come into contact with a sufficient amount of acid or chemical compounds containing acidic elements, such as battery acid or certain cleaning products.
The risk: The flange could become brittle, crack, and allow fuel to escape from the fuel tank. Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
The fix: Dealers will install an acid-resistant cap over the fuel pump flange. The recall began june 10, 2004. Owners should contact bmw at 1-800-831-1117.

Wheels

NHTSA campaign 02V190000 · reported July 23, 2002 · BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE · 576 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: On certain motorcycles, due to a manufacturing defect, it is possible that the wheel could develop a crack. Over time, the crack could worsen to the point that the wheel failed and the drive belt derailed.
The risk: This would result in a loss of drive capability at the rear wheel, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the rear drive belt wheel. Owner notification began september 10, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact bmw at 1-800-831-1117, option #4.

Wheels: lugs/nuts/bolts/studs

NHTSA campaign 02V191000 · reported July 23, 2002 · BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE · 577 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: On certain motorcycles, it is possible that the hex nut that secures the wheel to the gearbox output shaft was tightened incorrectly during the vehicle assembly. As a result, the nut could loosen during vehicle operation. If this happens, the belt wheel would itself loosen on the output shaft, resulting in damage to the internal splines of the wheel and to the external splines of the output shaft as the vehicle is operated.
The risk: Over time, the splines could be damaged to the extent that the output shaft would not longer operate the drive belt, resulting in a loss of drive capability at the rear wheel.
The fix: Dealers will inspect the hex nut torque and adjust the tightness if necessary, and secure the nut with loctite. Owner notification began september 10, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact bmw at 1-800-831-1117, option #4.

Service brakes, hydraulic

NHTSA campaign 02V140000 · reported May 20, 2002 · BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE · 522 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: On certain motorcycles, the screws that attach the rear brake caliper to the rear swing arm were not tightened correctly during assembly. The screws could loosen during vehicle operation and eventually fall-out, allowing the rear caliper to separate from its mount.
The risk: If the caliper becomes trapped between the rear wheel and the swing arm, it could disconnect from the brake line, resulting in a loss of rear braking capability and increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will check the torque of the rear brake caliper attachment screws and retighten them to the proper value if necessary. Owner notification began july 15, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact bmw at 1-800-831-1117.

Most reported problems

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

Electrical system3
Fuel system, gasoline3
Wheels2
Equipment1
Service brakes, hydraulic1
Structure1
Suspension1

What owners report

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

Aug 21, 2013 · Fuel system, gasoline · 4,500 miles
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 BMW F650 CS MOTORCYCLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BATTERY WAS REPLACED AND THE RPM READING BECAME ERRATIC AND INCONSISTENT WITH THE THROTTLE POSITION. THERE WAS A RECALL UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 04V236000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE) THAT COULD HAVE BEEN RELATED TO THE FAILURE. THE…

Oct 14, 2008 · Suspension · 15,100 miles · crash reported
I WAS ON A MOTORCYCLE TRIP TO BANFF, AB. ABOUT 50K NORTH OF CROWSNEST PASS, AB ON GRAVEL HIGHWAY 40 I HAD A BIT OF A WOBBLE THAT MOVED ME INTO THE SOFT GRAVEL SHOULDER. IT WAS SAFER TO RIDE INTO THE DITCH SO THAT IS WHAT I DID. JUST AFTER COMING UP ON THE OTHER SIDE OF THE DITCH THE FRONT FORK BROKE ON A SMALL BUMP…

Jun 7, 2006 · Fuel system, gasoline · 17,100 miles
A HAIRLINE CRACK IN THE FUEL PUMP/FILTER ASSEMBLY "CAP" ON TOP OF THE TANK WHICH ALLOWS FUEL TO LEAK OUT OF THE TANK AND POOL UNDER THE SEAT CREATING A FIRE/EXPLOSION HAZARD. THIS IS THE SAME PROBLEM REFERRED TO IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER : 04V236000 REGARDING THE CS MODEL. PARTS ARE AVAILABLE, BUT DEALER WILL ONLY…

May 6, 2006 · Electrical system · 6,230 miles
THE IGNITION SWITCH ON A 2003 F650 GS BMW MOTORCYCLE IS LOCATED ON THE STEERING HEAD. THIS SWITCH HAS A LOOM OF FOUR ELECTRICAL WIRES THAT CONNECT TO IT AND GOES TO RELAYS THAT OPERATE THE FUNCTIONS OF THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. ONE OF THE WIRES, A GREEN ONE, IS A 16 GAUGE COPPER WIRE WITH 19 STRANDS. THIS WIRE IS THE…

Jul 26, 2004 · Electrical system · 900 miles
THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM ON MY 2003 BMW 650 CS HAS CONTINUALLY BROKEN DOWN--STALLED (OFTEN TIMES WHILE THE BIKE IS ACTUALLY IN MOTION). I HAVE BROUGHT THE BIKE TO HONDA OF HOLLYWOOD OVER THREE TIMES FOR THIS PROBLEM AND EACH TIME, THEY HAVE BEEN UNABLE TO FIND THE LOCUS OF THE PROBLEM. THE PROBLEM IS INTERMITTENT AND IT…

F650 CS model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes
2003	4	8	1
2004	1	0	0
2005	0	1	0

All BMW F650 CS years →

Questions

Does the 2003 BMW F650 CS have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2003 BMW F650 CS, the most recent reported on May 19, 2004 (Fuel system, gasoline: delivery, fuel pump). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2003 BMW F650 CS?: Owners have filed 8 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (3 complaints), followed by fuel system, gasoline (3).
How many 2003 BMW F650 CS complaints mention a crash or fire?: 1 of 8 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 1 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received August 21, 2013.