Vehicle recall 13V549000 · November 1, 2013
BMW F 800 ST and F 800 S
Due to incorrect tolerances, the rear wheel drive bearing and rear axle may wear.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2007-2009 F 800 S and F 800 ST motorcycles manufactured August 2006 through January 2009. Due to incorrect tolerances, the rear wheel drive bearing and rear axle may wear.
- Consequence
- Bearing and axle wear may affect handling and control of the motorcycle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the wheel bearing, and if necessary, replace the bearing and rear axle, at no charge. The recall began on January 10, 2014. 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
- 13V549000
- Reported to NHTSA
- November 1, 2013
- Filed by
- BMW of North America, LLC
- Owner notification
- January 10, 2014
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 2,608
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Wheels
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 800 S (2007-2009): 2009, 2008, 2007
- BMW F 800 ST (2007-2009): 2009, 2008, 2007
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