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2012 BMW C650 GT Maxi-Scooter problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 0 complaints on file for the 2012 BMW C650 GT Maxi-Scooter — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

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NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2012 compare to other C650 GT Maxi-Scooter years?

C650 GT Maxi-Scooter NHTSA complaints by model year, 2012 highlighted44 complaints2012: 0 complaints2013: 44 complaints2014: 8 complaints2015: 1 complaints2016: 10 complaints2017: 0 complaints2018: 0 complaints2019: 3 complaints2020: 3 complaints
C650 GT Maxi-Scooter NHTSA complaints by model year, 2012 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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Does the 2012 BMW C650 GT Maxi-Scooter have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

14V264000EngineMay 16, 2014 · 1,360 units

Defect

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.

Consequence

An engine stall may increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

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.

2012 BMW C650 GT Maxi-Scooter — common questions

Is the 2012 BMW C650 GT Maxi-Scooter reliable?

The record is thin — 0 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

Does the 2012 BMW C650 GT Maxi-Scooter have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2012 BMW C650 GT Maxi-Scooter. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which BMW C650 GT Maxi-Scooter years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the C650 GT Maxi-Scooter years to avoid are 2013. The cleanest record among C650 GT Maxi-Scooter years belongs to 2018.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.