Does the 2013 BMW F800 GT have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2013 BMW F800 GT, the most recent reported on July 28, 2017 (Equipment). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2013 BMW F800 GT?

Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine (1 complaints), followed by fuel/propulsion system (1).

How many 2013 BMW F800 GT complaints mention a crash or fire?

0 of 3 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 1 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2013 BMW F800 GT recalls and problems

2 recalls and 3 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2013 BMW F800 GT.

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.

2013 BMW F800 GT recalls

Equipment

NHTSA campaign 17V481000 · reported July 28, 2017 · BMW of North America, LLC · 47,775 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2013-2017 F800R and F800GT motorcycles, 2014-2018 R1200GS and R1200GS Adventure motorcycles, 2016-2017 S1000XR motorcycles and 2015-2017 R1200R and R1200RS, 2008-2012 F650GS, 2008-2018 F800GS, and 2014-2017 F800GS Adventure motorcycles. When equipped with the optional aluminum luggage cases, the rear reflex reflectors may be partially blocked. The aluminum case mounts for the R1200GS and R1200GS Adventure may also partially block the reflectors. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
The risk: If the rear reflex reflectors are obscured from view, it can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will install reflectors on the cases or for the case mounts, an additional bracket with rear reflex reflectors, free of charge. The recall began October 16, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Electrical system · Structure: motorcycle, kickstand/center stand

NHTSA campaign 14V065000 · reported February 19, 2014 · BMW of North America, LLC · 4,453 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2013 C 600 Sport, C 650 GT, F 700 GS, F 800 GS, F 800 GS Adventure, F 800 GT, R 1200 R and R1200 GS motorcycles. Water may enter the side-stand switch preventing the motorcycle from starting or potentially shutting off the motorcycle while it is being ridden.
The risk: An unexpected shutdown increases the risk of a crash.
The fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the side-stand switch, free of charge. The recall began on April 8, 2014. Owners may contact BMW at 1-800-831-1117.

Most reported problems

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

Engine1
Fuel/propulsion system1
Unknown or other1
Visibility1

What owners report

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

Dec 11, 2019 · Engine · 28,309 miles
08/30/2013, 1ST OWNER REPLACED FUEL LEVEL SENSOR, 3365 MILES. 01/05/2018 BIKE SHOWS RESERVE FUEL LIGHT, 4 MILES LATER STALLS, MIDDLE OF #2 LANE AT I-15/HWY 60 TRANSITION IN SOCAL. HEAVY TRAFFIC. SEMI TRUCKS COVERED ME PUSHING DEAD BIKE TO SAFETY LANE. ROLLED TO/REFUELED BIKE AT NEAREST GAS STATION, TOOK <1 GALLON, HAS…

Nov 22, 2017 · Visibility
2013 BMW . CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO SAFETY RECALL -481. THE CONSUMER WAS ADVISED THE MOTORCYCLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN THE RECALL OR THAT THE RECALL DID NOT EXIST. THE CONSUMER WAS SEEKING CLARIFICATION. UPDATED 11/22/2017

May 5, 2015 · Unknown or other · 11,980 miles
TODAY, 5/2/2015, IT WAS ABOUT 90 DEGREES AMBIENT IN LOS ANGELES AND ELLEN AND I WENT ON A BREAKFAST RIDE INTO THE MOUNTAINS. TODAY, I TOOK A NON-CONTACT IR LASER TEMPERATURE GUN INFRARED DIGITAL THERMOMETER SIGHT HANDHELD. NOT A TRUE SCIENTIFIC INSTRUMENT BUT GOOD ENOUGH TO TAKE SOME RELATIVE READINGS. AFTER RIDING…

F800 GT model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints
2013	2	3
2014	2	0
2015	2	1
2016	2	0

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Questions

Does the 2013 BMW F800 GT have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2013 BMW F800 GT, the most recent reported on July 28, 2017 (Equipment). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2013 BMW F800 GT?: Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine (1 complaints), followed by fuel/propulsion system (1).
How many 2013 BMW F800 GT complaints mention a crash or fire?: 0 of 3 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 December 11, 2019.