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2013 BMW F800 Gs Adventure problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 0 complaints on file for the 2013 BMW F800 Gs Adventure — 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 2013 compare to other F800 Gs Adventure years?

F800 Gs Adventure NHTSA complaints by model year, 2013 highlighted1 complaints2013: 0 complaints2014: 0 complaints2015: 0 complaints2016: 0 complaints2017: 0 complaints
F800 Gs Adventure NHTSA complaints by model year, 2013 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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Does the 2013 BMW F800 Gs Adventure have recalls?

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

14V065000Body & StructureFebruary 19, 2014 · 4,453 units

Defect

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.

Consequence

An unexpected shutdown increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy

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.

2013 BMW F800 Gs Adventure — common questions

Is the 2013 BMW F800 Gs Adventure 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 2013 BMW F800 Gs Adventure have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2013 BMW F800 Gs Adventure. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

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.