The worst 2016 BMW F800 GT problems
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Recalls 2
Equipment
- What is wrong
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2014-2016 F800 GT and 2015-2016 F800 R motorcycles. The rear side reflex reflectors on these vehicles may not be properly visible in certain traffic conditions. 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."
- Risk
- Obscured reflectors may reduce the visibility of the motorcycle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- BMW will notify owners, and dealers will modify the license plate holder to reposition the rear side reflex reflectors, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin November 13, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1‑800‑525‑7417.
Recall number 17V591000 · Recall details
Equipment
- What is wrong
- 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."
- Risk
- If the rear reflex reflectors are obscured from view, it can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- 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.
Recall number 17V481000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2016 BMW F800 GT 17
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...
- One of the following situations can occur when connecting to BN2000 motorcycles: 1. The installed control...
- The clutch plates do not tolerate frequent and prolonged operation at the clutch friction zone, causing a...
- Incorrect tire pressure appears in the instrument cluster
- Customer complains about an operating failure on the left or right multifunction switch.
- Frequent failure of the gear indicator and engine running issues after changing the final drive ratio...
- Coolant pump drain hose
- Loss of coolant from expansion tank
- Tech24 Snap-in Adapter Return
- TEC26 Turbo Charger Return
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Is the 2016 BMW F800 GT reliable?
Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 2016 BMW F800 GT.
What is the most common problem with the 2016 BMW F800 GT?
There are not enough complaints to tell.
How many recalls does the 2016 BMW F800 GT have?
2 recalls, covering equipment.
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