2013 BMW C650 GT Maxi-Scooter recalls and problems

The 2013 BMW C650 GT Maxi-Scooter has 3 recalls and 30 owner complaints on file with NHTSA; the most reported problem area is engine.

How the 2013 compares

Highest

Fewest complaintsMost complaints

Highest complaint count among 6 C650 GT Maxi-Scooter model years — the most of any year.

3recalls

30complaints

0crashes

1fires

0injuries

847median miles

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, not verified and not adjusted for sales. Ranking compares this model's own years only.

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3 recalls

Service Brakes

Mar 1, 2019 · NHTSA campaign 19V157000 · 2,707 vehicles

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.

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

Remedy & notes

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.

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Engine

May 16, 2014 · NHTSA campaign 14V264000 · 1,360 vehicles

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.

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

Remedy & notes

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.

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Electrical System

Feb 19, 2014 · NHTSA campaign 14V065000 · 4,453 vehicles

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.

Risk: An unexpected shutdown increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy & notes

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.

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Recall text as published by NHTSA and the manufacturer.

What owners complain about

Engine20

Fuel System10

Electrical System4

Vehicle Speed Control3

Unknown or other1

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA; one complaint can name several areas. Not verified by NHTSA.

Complaints by year filed

2013 vs. other BMW C650 GT Maxi-Scooter years

Owner complaints by model year; the darker bar is the 2013. Click a bar to switch year.

Questions

Does the 2013 BMW C650 GT Maxi-Scooter have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns covering the 2013 BMW C650 GT Maxi-Scooter, the latest from Mar 1, 2019 (service brakes). A recall applies to specific vehicles: enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours is affected and still open.

What are the most common problems with the 2013 BMW C650 GT Maxi-Scooter?

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA most often mention engine (20), fuel system (10), electrical system (4). Complaints are consumer reports and are not verified by NHTSA.