The worst 2017 BMW C650 GT Maxi-Scooter problems
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Recalls 2
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Remedy
- 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.
Recall number 19V157000 · Recall details
Wheels: rim
- What is wrong
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2017 BMW C650 GT and BMW C Evolution scooters for failing to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 120, "Wheels and rims-other than passenger cars." The front rims may not be marked with the required rim type and the DOT designation.
- Risk
- Since the rim is not marked with the rim size and the DOT designation, a tire of the incorrect size may be installed on this rim, affecting the handling of the scoter and increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace any rims that are not correctly marked, free of charge. Interim notices informing owners of the safety risk were mailed September 26, 2017. Owners will receive a second notice when the remedy becomes available. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1‑800‑525‑7417.
Recall number 17V467000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2017 BMW C650 GT Maxi-Scooter 21
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- The electrical system of BMW vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few...
- The complaint of leaking telescopic forks is the top warranty claim in many current models
- SVA! infotext is displayed in instrument cluster (see attachment)
- Incorrect tire pressure appears in the instrument cluster
- Instrument cluster self check is slow
- Please return all part(s) to your facing Regional Distribution Center (RDC). Submit for return using a...
- Shipping specific non-deployed vehicle safety devices to lighting resources, llc
- Shipping specific non-deployed vehicle safety devices to lighting resources, LLC
- Customer complains about an operating failure on the left or right multifunction switch.
- During programming ith ISTA/P software version3.58.2.001
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Is the 2017 BMW C650 GT Maxi-Scooter reliable?
Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 2017 BMW C650 GT Maxi-Scooter.
What is the most common problem with the 2017 BMW C650 GT Maxi-Scooter?
There are not enough complaints to tell.
How many recalls does the 2017 BMW C650 GT Maxi-Scooter have?
2 recalls, covering service brakes, hydraulic and wheels.
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