Is the BMW F 800 GS reliable?

The ForCar Reliability Score for the BMW F 800 GS is 4.5/5, based on NHTSA safety, recall history and complaint severity.

How much ground clearance does the BMW F 800 GS have?

Ground clearance varies by trim and drivetrain; AWD/4WD versions often sit higher. Check the specific trim or decode the VIN.

BMW F 800 GS MPG, VIN Decoder, Recalls & Specs

Quick answer

The BMW F 800 GS spans 1981–2026 with 9 recorded NHTSA recalls and a 4.5/5 ForCar reliability score. The years to approach with caution are 2009, 2013, 2010 (most owner complaints); the cleanest are 1981, 1982, 1983. It delivers up to 31 mpg combined and NHTSA-rated safety.

BMW F 800 GSWindow sticker MPG ranking Decode a VIN

1981–2026

Years

Recalls

Top MPG

—★

NHTSA

Complaints

FIG.01·BMW F 800 GS — ForCar Reliability Score

4.5/5

★★★★★★★★★★

ForCar Reliability Score

Our editorial rating · 44 model years

BMW F 800 GS

Safety (NHTSA)3.5

Recall record4.9

Complaint severity5.0

How we score: NHTSA crash-test safety (40%), recall frequency across all years (25%) and the share of owner complaints involving a crash, fire or injury (35%). Based on NHTSA & EPA data — not user reviews.

Overview

The BMW F 800 GS is one of the most popular vehicles in its class, produced from 1981 to 2026 across multiple generations.

How to read a BMW F 800 GS VIN — every digit explained

Every BMW F 800 GS carries a unique 17-character VIN stamped at the factory. Each position is a code — together they spell out where, when and how your car was built. Here's exactly what every digit means.

FIG.02·How to Read a BMW F 800 GS VIN

1–3 · WMI3MF

4–8 · VDSCM826

9 · Check5

10 · YearR

11 · PlantA

12–17 · Serial004352

WMI (1–3) — country & manufacturer. Tells you it's a BMW and the country it was built in (real BMW codes below).
VDS (4–8) — model, body style, engine, trim & restraints. The 8th digit is the engine code.
Check digit (9) — a math check that proves the VIN is genuine.
Model year (10) — the year it was built (e.g. R = 2024, S = 2025).
Plant (11) — which factory assembled this F 800 GS.
Serial (12–17) — the unique sequential production number.

Real BMW WMIs — the first 3 VIN digits by build country

Germany3MF · 3MW · 5UM · WAP · WB1 · WB3
USA4US · 5UX · 5YM

17 CHARS·SOURCE SAE / ISO 3779 · NHTSA vPIC

Digits 4–17 — the engine code (8th), model-year letter (10th) and plant — follow the universal SAE standard, identical on every car. For the full year-code table (2001–2026), country codes and where the VIN is stamped on your F 800 GS, see the complete guide to reading a VIN.

How many recalls does the BMW F 800 GS have?

The BMW F 800 GS has 9 recorded NHTSA recalls across 1981–2026. Pick a year below to see its recalls — then verify open recalls against your specific VIN.

2025 BMW F 800 GS recalls 1

Communication: Auto Crash Notification25V480000

What's wrong. BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2025 F 900 GS, F 800 GS, R 1300 GS Adventure, R 1300 GS, S 1000 RR, S 1000 R, and K 1600 GT vehicles equipped with the optional emergency call system. The emergency call system (eCall) may have been deactivated due to a software programming error.

Risk. In an emergency, first responders may not receive notification of the crash or emergency location, increasing the risk of injury to riders.

Fix. The electronic control unit software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters are scheduled to be mailed September 12, 2025. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

2010 BMW F 800 GS recalls 1

Engine And Engine Cooling09V499000

What's wrong. BMW IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008 THROUGH 2010 F650 GS AND F800 GS MOTORCYCLES MANUFACTURED BETWEEN JANUARY 2008 AND DECEMBER 2009. DURING ENGINE OPERATION, A VACUUM IS CREATED IN ORDER TO DRAW FRESH AIR INTO THE CANISTER. THIS AIR THEN MIXES WITH THE FUEL VAPORS CAPTURED BY THE CANISTER, AND IS SUBSEQUENTLY COMBUSTED. DUE TO THE ROUTING OF THE VENTILATION HOSE, WATER NEAR THE END OF THE HOSE COULD BE DRAWN INTO THE CHARCOAL CANISTER.

Risk. WATER COULD FLOW INTO THE CANISTER CAUSING A STALLING CONDITION INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Fix. DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND ADD AN ADDITIONAL HOSE AND ROUTE IT SUCH THAT THE PRESENT DEFECT IS PREVENTED. THIS REMEDY WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 13, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BMW AT 1-800-831-1117.

2009 BMW F 800 GS recalls 3

Power Train10V274000

What's wrong. BMW IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008 AND 2009 F650 GS AND F 800 GS MOTORCYCLES MANUFACTURED FROM SEPTEMBER 27, 2007 THROUGH MARCH 30, 2009. THE DRIVE CHAINS MAY NOT HAVE BEEN PRODUCED TO SPECIFICATION. AS A RESULT, OVER TIME THE DRIVE CHAIN COULD BREAK.

Risk. IF THE BROKEN CHAIN BECOMES TRAPPED BETWEEN THE REAR WHEEL AND THE FRAME, THE REAR WHEEL COULD LOCK UP, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A CRASH.

Fix. BMW WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE DRIVE CHAIN AND SPROCKETS ON THE AFFECTED MOTORCYCLES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 30, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BMW AT 1-800-525-7417.

Engine And Engine Cooling09V499000

Risk. WATER COULD FLOW INTO THE CANISTER CAUSING A STALLING CONDITION INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Power Train:axle Assembly09V088000

What's wrong. BMW IS RECALLING 754 MY 2009 F800 GS VEHICLES. THE AXLE SHAFT WALL THICKNESS MAY NOT HAVE BEEN MANUFACTURED ACCORDING TO SPECIFICATIONS.

Risk. IF THE WALL THICKNESS WAS NOT SUFFICIENT, THE AXLE SHAFT COULD DEFORM AND COULD BREAK INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Fix. DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE FRONT WHEEL QUICK-RELEASE AXLE AND REPLACE IT WITH AN IMPROVED AXLE FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING JUNE 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BMW AT 1-800-831-1117.

2008 BMW F 800 GS recalls 3

Power Train10V274000

Risk. IF THE BROKEN CHAIN BECOMES TRAPPED BETWEEN THE REAR WHEEL AND THE FRAME, THE REAR WHEEL COULD LOCK UP, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A CRASH.

Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:gasoline08V692000

What's wrong. BMW IS RECALLING 509 MY 2008 F650 GS AND F800 GS MOTORCYCLES. THE TIGHTENING OF THE CHAIN SPROCKET FASTENERS MAY HAVE RESULTED IN VARIOUS LEVELS OF TORQUE BEING APPLIED.

Risk. IT IS POSSIBLE FOR THE FASTENERS TO WORK LOOSE FROM THE SPROCKET, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Fix. DEALERS WILL LOOSEN AND INSPECT THE CHAIN SPROCKET FASTENERS. THOSE THAT HAVE BEEN DAMAGED WILL BE REPLACED. IN ALL CASES, THE FASTENERS WILL BE RETIGHTENED. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING JANUARY 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BMW AT 1-800-831-1117.

Engine And Engine Cooling09V499000

Risk. WATER COULD FLOW INTO THE CANISTER CAUSING A STALLING CONDITION INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Best and worst years for the BMW F 800 GS

Based on NHTSA owner-complaint volume across 44 tracked years, the worst years are 2009, 2013, 2010 and the best (fewest complaints) are 1981, 1982, 1983.

ForCar aggregate — our own analysis of complaint volume, not published by NHTSA.

FIG.03·Best & Worst Years — BMW F 800 GS
Year	Owner complaints	Top issue	Verdict
1981 F 800 GS	0	—	Best
1982 F 800 GS	0	—	Best
1983 F 800 GS	0	—	Best
1984 F 800 GS	0	—	Average
1985 F 800 GS	0	—	Average
1986 F 800 GS	0	—	Average
1987 F 800 GS	0	—	Average
1988 F 800 GS	0	—	Average
1989 F 800 GS	0	—	Average
1990 F 800 GS	0	—	Average
1991 F 800 GS	0	—	Average
1992 F 800 GS	0	—	Average
1993 F 800 GS	0	—	Average
1994 F 800 GS	0	—	Average
1995 F 800 GS	0	—	Average
1996 F 800 GS	0	—	Average
1997 F 800 GS	0	—	Average
1998 F 800 GS	0	—	Average
1999 F 800 GS	0	—	Average
2000 F 800 GS	0	—	Average
2001 F 800 GS	0	—	Average
2002 F 800 GS	0	—	Average
2003 F 800 GS	0	—	Average
2004 F 800 GS	0	—	Average
2005 F 800 GS	0	—	Average
2006 F 800 GS	0	—	Average
2007 F 800 GS	0	—	Average
2008 F 800 GS	1	Wheels	Average
2009 F 800 GS	10	Wheels	Avoid
2010 F 800 GS	3	Exterior Lighting	Avoid
2011 F 800 GS	0	—	Average
2012 F 800 GS	0	—	Average
2013 F 800 GS	4	Fuel/propulsion System	Avoid
2014 F 800 GS	0	—	Average
2015 F 800 GS	0	—	Average
2016 F 800 GS	0	—	Average
2017 F 800 GS	0	—	Average
2018 F 800 GS	0	—	Average
2019 F 800 GS	0	—	Average
2020 F 800 GS	0	—	Average
2021 F 800 GS	0	—	Average
2024 F 800 GS	0	—	Average
2025 F 800 GS	0	—	Average
2026 F 800 GS	0	—	Average

ROWS 44·SOURCE NHTSA + ForCar

What are the most common BMW F 800 GS problems?

The most-reported BMW F 800 GS problems are Other (1 reports), Engine (2 reports) and Wheels (4 reports) — out of 18 owner complaints NHTSA holds for the model. Here's how they break down:

involved a crash

involved a fire

injuries reported

deaths reported

Most-reported components — tap a category to read what owners actually experienced:

Source: NHTSA owner complaints, all model years. Bar = share of total complaints. Full reports searchable on NHTSA.gov.

BMW F 800 GS specifications & dimensions

The 2026 BMW F 800 GS. Full dimensions below — engine, horsepower and trim decode from your VIN. For the original factory build — MSRP, trim and standard equipment — rebuild the BMW F 800 GS window sticker.

Source: NHTSA vPIC / Transport Canada vehicle specifications. Metric values converted to imperial; generation ranges approximate.

BMW F 800 GS cargo space, seating & interior room

How much the F 800 GS holds — passengers and cargo. EPA measures its interior at 91 cu ft of passenger volume and 15 cu ft of cargo. Seating capacity and legroom vary by trim.

Passenger ft³

Cargo ft³

106

Total interior ft³

Exact seating capacity, third-row availability, legroom and headroom decode from your VIN or vary by trim — the original factory equipment & options list shows what each trim included.

Passenger & cargo volume from EPA fueleconomy.gov (largest configuration). Seats, legroom and headroom from NHTSA vPIC on VIN decode.

BMW F 800 GS tire size, oil type & owner specs

The fitment owners look up most — tires, wheels, oil and batteries. Exact wheel and tire sizes decode from your VIN or the driver's door-jamb placard; the universal items are listed below.

Wheels & tires

Wheel sizeby VIN

Tire sizeby VIN

Bolt patternby trim

Tire pressure32–36 PSI

Engine oil

Oil typeFull synthetic

Gradeon oil cap

Capacityby engine

Battery

Main battery12V · group by trim

Key-fob cellCR2032

Wiper blades

Front bladesby generation

Rear bladeif equipped

Fuses

Fuse boxeshood + dash

Diagramon box lid

Light bulbs

Headlightby trim

Tail / brakeby trim

Fogif equipped

Exact tire, wheel, oil grade, capacity and battery group are added per trim and model year — decode your VIN above for the factory fitment. Universal items shown as-is.

What MPG does the BMW F 800 GS get?

The BMW F 800 GS returns up to 31 combined MPG (EPA), which works out to roughly $2,500/yr in fuel. Pick an engine to see MPG, annual running cost and CO₂ by year:

The 2013 BMW F 800 GS (3L 6-cyl) gets 22 mpg combined and costs about $3,500/yr to fuel, emitting 407 g/mi CO₂ (GHG 5/10, smog 8/10) — about $6,500 more than the average new vehicle over 5 years.

FIG.05a·BMW F 800 GS MPG, CO₂ & smog — V6
Year	City	Hwy	Comb	Fuel/yr	CO₂ g/mi	Smog	Engine
2013 F 800 GS	19	28	22	$3,500	407	8/10	3L 6-cyl
2012 F 800 GS	18	27	22	$3,500	404	8/10	3L 6-cyl
2011 F 800 GS	19	28	22	$3,500	404	8/10	3L 6-cyl
2010 F 800 GS	18	28	22	$3,500	404	6/10	3L 6-cyl
2009 F 800 GS	18	28	22	$3,500	404	9/10	3L 6-cyl
2008 F 800 GS	19	28	22	$3,500	404	6/10	3L 6-cyl
2007 F 800 GS	18	28	22	$3,500	404	9/10	3L 6-cyl
2006 F 800 GS	18	27	21	$3,650	423	6/10	2.5L 6-cyl
2005 F 800 GS	18	27	21	$3,650	423	6/10	2.5L 6-cyl
2004 F 800 GS	19	28	22	$3,500	404	2/10	2.5L 6-cyl
2003 F 800 GS	18	26	21	$3,650	423	—	2.5L 6-cyl
2002 F 800 GS	18	27	21	$3,650	423	—	2.5L 6-cyl
2001 F 800 GS	18	27	21	$3,650	423	—	2.5L 6-cyl
2000 F 800 GS	18	26	21	$3,650	423	—	2.5L 6-cyl
1990 F 800 GS	16	21	18	$3,450	494	—	2.5L 6-cyl
1989 F 800 GS	16	21	18	$3,450	494	—	2.5L 6-cyl
1988 F 800 GS	18	24	20	$3,100	444	—	2.7L 6-cyl
1987 F 800 GS	19	26	21	$2,950	423	—	2.7L 6-cyl
1986 F 800 GS	19	26	21	$2,950	423	—	2.7L 6-cyl
1985 F 800 GS	18	25	21	$2,950	423	—	2.7L 6-cyl
1984 F 800 GS	18	26	21	$2,950	423	—	2.7L 6-cyl

ROWS 21·SOURCE EPA (ForCar database)

The 2026 BMW F 800 GS (2L 4-cyl) gets 31 mpg combined and costs about $2,500/yr to fuel, emitting 279 g/mi CO₂ (GHG 6/10) — about $1,500 more than the average new vehicle over 5 years.

FIG.05b·BMW F 800 GS MPG, CO₂ & smog — 4-cyl
Year	City	Hwy	Comb	Fuel/yr	CO₂ g/mi	Smog	Engine
2026 F 800 GS	27	39	31	$2,500	279	—	2L 4-cyl
2025 F 800 GS	26	38	30	$2,550	288	7/10	2L 4-cyl
2024 F 800 GS	24	34	28	$2,750	315	7/10	2L 4-cyl
2021 F 800 GS	24	33	28	$2,750	319	7/10	2L 4-cyl
2020 F 800 GS	23	33	27	$2,850	330	7/10	2L 4-cyl
2019 F 800 GS	23	33	27	$2,850	333	7/10	2L 4-cyl
2018 F 800 GS	24	34	27	$2,850	324	7/10	2L 4-cyl
2017 F 800 GS	23	34	27	$2,850	324	9/10	2L 4-cyl
2016 F 800 GS	23	35	27	$2,850	330	8/10	2L 4-cyl
2015 F 800 GS	23	35	27	$2,850	323	6/10	2L 4-cyl
2014 F 800 GS	23	35	27	$2,850	324	6/10	2L 4-cyl
1999 F 800 GS	20	30	24	$2,600	370	—	1.9L 4-cyl
1998 F 800 GS	20	29	24	$2,600	370	—	1.9L 4-cyl
1997 F 800 GS	20	29	23	$3,350	386	—	1.9L 4-cyl
1996 F 800 GS	20	29	23	$3,350	386	—	1.9L 4-cyl
1995 F 800 GS	19	29	22	$3,500	404	—	1.8L 4-cyl
1994 F 800 GS	19	29	22	$3,500	404	—	1.8L 4-cyl
1993 F 800 GS	19	28	22	$3,500	404	—	1.8L 4-cyl
1992 F 800 GS	18	24	20	$3,850	444	—	1.8L 4-cyl
1991 F 800 GS	17	23	19	$4,050	468	—	1.8L 4-cyl
1988 F 800 GS	15	26	18	$4,300	494	—	2.3L 4-cyl
1985 F 800 GS	21	26	23	$2,700	386	—	1.8L 4-cyl
1984 F 800 GS	21	27	24	$2,600	370	—	1.8L 4-cyl

ROWS 23·SOURCE EPA (ForCar database)

Source: EPA fuel-economy database (ForCar-hosted, 1986–2027) — best combined rating per engine & year, with EPA annual fuel cost and tailpipe CO₂. Trim & drivetrain vary slightly; decode your VIN for the exact figure.

See how the F 800 GS stacks up against the most fuel-efficient sedans, or calculate this F 800 GS's real yearly fuel cost.

What engines does the BMW F 800 GS have? Power & range

The BMW F 800 GS is offered with 2 powertrains — 3L 6-cyl, 2L 4-cyl. Here's the lineup by engine, transmission and drivetrain.

FIG.06·BMW F 800 GS Powertrains
Engine	Displacement	Transmission	Drive	Fuel
V6	3.0L · 6-cyl	Manual 6-spd	RWD	Premium
4-cyl	2.0L · 4-cyl	Automatic (AM-S7)	FWD	Premium

ROWS 2·SOURCE EPA + NHTSA vPIC

Horsepower, torque and fuel-tank size decode from your VIN — exact figures vary by engine and trim.

Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov (engines, drivetrain, range, charge time). Horsepower & torque from NHTSA vPIC on VIN decode.

How much does a BMW F 800 GS cost to own?

A BMW F 800 GS tends to depreciate faster than average. A typical example keeps roughly 37% of its value after five years — losing about 63% to depreciation. Check what a used F 800 GS is worth today or browse current used-market prices before you buy or sell. Fuel, maintenance and insurance add to the total cost to own.

75%

Value @ 1 yr

53%

Value @ 3 yrs

37%

Value @ 5 yrs

$12,500

Est. 5-yr fuel

FIG.08·BMW F 800 GS Depreciation & Resale

Estimate resale value — enter what you paid (or the MSRP):

Age	Value retained	Est. resale value	Lost to depreciation
Year 1	75%	$22,500	−$7,500
Year 2	63%	$18,900	−$11,100
Year 3	53%	$15,900	−$14,100
Year 4	44%	$13,200	−$16,800
Year 5	37%	$11,100	−$18,900

ROWS 5·SOURCE ForCar estimate

What goes into the five-year cost to own:

Depreciation — the biggest cost: this F 800 GS loses about 63% of its value over five years. See the full depreciation curve by age.
Fuel — ≈ $12,500 over five years at roughly 15,000 miles a year.
Maintenance & repairs — routine service, tires and wear items as the F 800 GS ages.
Insurance — varies by driver, state and trim; get a quote for your exact figure.

Resale & depreciation are ForCar estimates from typical segment value-retention curves — not a live market quote. Fuel from EPA fueleconomy.gov at ~15k mi/yr.

Is the BMW F 800 GS safe?

NHTSA crash-test ratings aren't published for the F 800 GS yet — see the top-rated safest cars instead.

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How many miles does a BMW F 800 GS last?

A well-maintained BMW F 800 GS typically lasts 250,000–300,000+ miles. It's exceptionally durable — with routine maintenance many owners report 250k+ on the original powertrain. Its ForCar Reliability Score is 4.5/5.

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Check your BMW F 800 GS’s VIN — history, recalls & specs

Title records, open recalls, build details and paint code — straight from the VIN. Free.

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All BMW F 800 GS model years

A year-by-year snapshot of the BMW F 800 GS — recalls, best EPA fuel economy and NHTSA safety. Tap a year for full details.

FIG.11·All BMW F 800 GS Model Years
Year	Recalls	Best MPG	Safety
2026 F 800 GS	0	31 mpg	—
2025 F 800 GS	1 recall	30 mpg	—
2024 F 800 GS	0	28 mpg	—
2021 F 800 GS	0	28 mpg	—
2020 F 800 GS	0	27 mpg	—
2019 F 800 GS	0	27 mpg	—
2018 F 800 GS	0	27 mpg	—
2017 F 800 GS	0	27 mpg	—
2016 F 800 GS	0	27 mpg	—
2015 F 800 GS	0	27 mpg	—
2014 F 800 GS	0	27 mpg	—
2013 F 800 GS	1 recall	22 mpg	—
2012 F 800 GS	0	22 mpg	—
2011 F 800 GS	0	22 mpg	—
2010 F 800 GS	1 recall	22 mpg	—
2009 F 800 GS	3 recalls	22 mpg	—
2008 F 800 GS	3 recalls	22 mpg	—
2007 F 800 GS	0	22 mpg	—
2006 F 800 GS	0	21 mpg	—
2005 F 800 GS	0	21 mpg	—
2004 F 800 GS	0	22 mpg	—
2003 F 800 GS	0	21 mpg	—
2002 F 800 GS	0	21 mpg	—
2001 F 800 GS	0	21 mpg	—
2000 F 800 GS	0	21 mpg	—
1999 F 800 GS	0	24 mpg	—
1998 F 800 GS	0	24 mpg	—
1997 F 800 GS	0	23 mpg	—
1996 F 800 GS	0	23 mpg	—
1995 F 800 GS	0	22 mpg	—
1994 F 800 GS	0	22 mpg	—
1993 F 800 GS	0	22 mpg	—
1992 F 800 GS	0	20 mpg	—
1991 F 800 GS	0	19 mpg	—
1990 F 800 GS	0	18 mpg	—
1989 F 800 GS	0	18 mpg	—
1988 F 800 GS	0	20 mpg	—
1987 F 800 GS	0	21 mpg	—
1986 F 800 GS	0	21 mpg	—
1985 F 800 GS	0	23 mpg	—
1984 F 800 GS	0	24 mpg	—
1983 F 800 GS	0	—	—
1982 F 800 GS	0	—	—
1981 F 800 GS	0	—	—

ROWS 44·SOURCE NHTSA + EPA

Recalls = NHTSA campaigns that year · MPG = best EPA combined · Safety = NHTSA overall stars (tested years).

Frequently asked questions

What are the worst years for the F 800 GS?

By owner-complaint volume, 2009, 2013, 2010 drew the most reports. 1981, 1982, 1983 have the cleanest records.

How many recalls does the F 800 GS have?

9 recorded NHTSA recalls across 1981–2026. Always check open recalls by your VIN. See all BMW recalls and reliability across every model.

What MPG does the F 800 GS get?

Up to 31 combined MPG (EPA), depending on engine — from the base 4-cylinder to the hybrid.

How many miles does a F 800 GS last?

A well-maintained F 800 GS typically reaches 200,000–300,000 miles with regular maintenance.

Is the F 800 GS reliable?

Our ForCar Reliability Score for the F 800 GS is 4.5/5, based on NHTSA safety, recall history and complaint severity.

What's the BMW F 800 GS warranty?

New BMW models carry a 4 years / 50,000 miles basic (bumper-to-bumper) warranty and a 4 years / 50,000 miles powertrain warranty. Coverage can vary by model year and market — confirm with a BMW dealer.

Where is the BMW F 800 GS made?

The assembly plant is encoded in the VIN — the 11th character. Decode your F 800 GS's VIN above to see exactly where it was built; BMW may build it at more than one plant depending on the year.

How much ground clearance does the F 800 GS have?

Ground clearance varies by trim and drivetrain — AWD/4WD versions often sit higher. Decode your VIN or check the specific trim for the exact figure.

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Data sourced from NHTSA (recalls, complaints, safety ratings) and EPA fueleconomy.gov (MPG). Best/worst-year analysis is ForCar's own aggregation of complaint volume. Last updated Jul 2026. — ForCar Editorial Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.

BMW F 800 GS — MPG, VIN Decoder, Recalls, Reliability & Specs

Overview

How to read a BMW F 800 GS VIN — every digit explained

How many recalls does the BMW F 800 GS have?

2025 BMW F 800 GS recalls 1

2010 BMW F 800 GS recalls 1

2009 BMW F 800 GS recalls 3

2008 BMW F 800 GS recalls 3

Best and worst years for the BMW F 800 GS

What are the most common BMW F 800 GS problems?

BMW F 800 GS specifications & dimensions

BMW F 800 GS cargo space, seating & interior room

BMW F 800 GS tire size, oil type & owner specs

What MPG does the BMW F 800 GS get?

What engines does the BMW F 800 GS have? Power & range

How much does a BMW F 800 GS cost to own?

Is the BMW F 800 GS safe?

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How many miles does a BMW F 800 GS last?

Check your BMW F 800 GS’s VIN — history, recalls & specs

All BMW F 800 GS model years

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