Vehicle recall 13V279000 · June 28, 2013

BMW F 700 GS and F 800 GS

The side-stand switch that prevents the engine from running while the side-stand is down may become damaged allowing the engine to run with the side-stand down.

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

Summary: BMW of North America (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2013 F700 GS and F800 GS motorcycles manufactured June 1, 2012, through October 18, 2012. The side-stand switch that prevents the engine from running while the side-stand is down may become damaged allowing the engine to run with the side-stand down.
Consequence: The rider may start riding with the side-stand down, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners and dealers will secure the side-stand switch, free of charge. The recall began on August 8, 2013. Owners may call BMW at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.
Notes: 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 details

NHTSA campaign: 13V279000
Reported to NHTSA: June 28, 2013
Filed by: BMW of North America, LLC
Owner notification: August 8, 2013
Vehicles potentially affected: 870
Initiated by: the manufacturer
Components: Structure › Motorcycle › Kickstand/center stand; Electrical system

Recall 13V279000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

Vehicles covered

As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.

BMW F 700 GS (2013): 2013
BMW F 800 GS (2013): 2013

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