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2007 BMW G650x ChallengeProblems, recalls & complaints

NHTSA has logged 2 owner complaints about the 2007 BMW G650x Challenge, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 4 safety recalls.

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CarFlaw IndexNot enough dataHigher is better (0–100)
Safety recalls4Free fix at dealersOwner complaints20 with a crash, fire or injuryTypical failure mileage1kElectrical system, median miles

Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through February 2, 2010. Updated daily.

Complaints by system

Where the 2007 BMW G650x Challenge has problems

2 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.

Box size = number of complaints naming that system. Darker = larger share. One complaint can name more than one system.
Complaints by system
SystemComplaintsCrash, fire or injury
Electrical system10
Fuel system, gasoline10
Service brakes, hydraulic10

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.

4 recalls

2007 BMW G650x Challenge recalls and how many were fixed

Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

–no report yet

Delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

Recall 08V-106 · Mar 11, 2008 · 1,391 vehicles

Risk. FUEL LEAKAGE, IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

–no report yet

Delivery: fuel pump

Recall 07V-376 · Aug 22, 2007 · 764 vehicles

Risk. THE FUEL PUMP WILL FAIL AND FUEL DELIVERY TO THE ENGINE WOULD CEASE CAUSING THE ENGINE TO STALL INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with BMW.

Best & worst years

2007 vs. every other G650x Challenge year

Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the G650x Challenge median. How we score

'07
  • Avoid
  • Caution
  • Solid
  • Best
  • Not rated
In owners' words

What G650x Challenge owners report

Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 BMW G650X CHALLENGE. WHILE RIDING AT ANY SPEED THE MOTORCYCLE RANDOMLY SHUTS OFF AND LOSES ALL POWER, INCLUDING THE BRAKE LIGHTS. THE FAILURE HAS OCCURRED TWICE. THE CONTACT CONSIDERS THIS TO BE A SAFETY ISSUE BECAUSE IT COULD CAUSE A REAR END CRASH WHILE TRAVELING AT…
Complaint 10246921 · Oct 28, 2008 · 700 miles

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