Recall 10V496 covers 1,780 2008-2010 BMW F 650 Gs and F650 Gs motorcycles for loose brake disc fasteners. Free repair at a franchised BMW dealer.
BMW is recalling 1,780 2008-2010 F 650 Gs and F650 Gs motorcycles because a washer can affect front brake disc fastener torque, which allows the brake disc to loosen over time. A loose brake disc can interfere with braking and increase crash risk; the BMW dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The front brake disc on the BMW 2008-2010 F 650 Gs and F650 Gs motorcycles is the metal rotor clamped by the brake caliper when you squeeze the brake lever. Its fasteners hold the disc tight to the wheel hub, so the disc stays centered and stable while the pads grip it.
On the affected motorcycles, a washer interferes with the proper torque on the front disc brake fasteners. Torque is the tightening force that keeps a fastener from backing out under vibration and braking loads. Because the washer disrupts that tightening force, one fastener or multiple fasteners can loosen over time. Once that happens, the brake disc itself can become loose instead of staying firmly mounted to the wheel.
There is no warning sign before failure. Do not count on a noise, vibration, or change in lever feel to tell you the fasteners have started to loosen.
Who's affected?
Covers the F 650 Gs and F650 Gs naming variants across the 2008, 2009, and 2010 model years, all tied to the hydraulic brake system.
| 2009 BMW F 650 Gs | hydraulic brake system |
|---|---|
| 2008 BMW F 650 Gs | hydraulic brake system |
| 2010 BMW F650 Gs | hydraulic brake system |
| Units affected | 1,780 |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific motorcycle is included.
What's the safety risk?
A loose brake disc can interfere with proper braking performance and increase the risk of a crash. If your VIN is included, schedule the repair and use extra caution until the dealer completes it. Repair will be free at any franchised BMW dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2008-2010 BMW F 650 Gs or F650 Gs motorcycle is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised BMW dealer and ask whether recall number 10V496 is open for your motorcycle.
- Schedule the free front brake disc fastener repair that fixes the washer interference and loose brake disc risk.
- Bring the recall notice if BMW mailed one. If not, reference recall number 10V496 when you call.
- Ride cautiously until the repair is complete. Leave extra following distance and avoid hard braking.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a BMW technician repairs the front brake disc fastener issue tied to the washer that can interfere with proper fastener torque. The dealer repair will be free once available. The service visit focuses on the front brake disc hardware so the fasteners are secured correctly and the disc stays fixed in place over time. The filing does not give a repair time, so ask the service desk what to expect once the repair opens.
Timeline
| October 18, 2010 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| January 13, 2011 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 10V496?
Recall 10V496 covers 1,780 2008-2010 BMW F 650 Gs and F650 Gs motorcycles with front brake disc fasteners that can loosen over time. A loose brake disc can interfere with braking performance and increase crash risk. BMW dealers repair the vehicles free of charge.
What should I do if my 2008-2010 BMW F 650 Gs or F650 Gs is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorcycle is included in recall 10V496. If it is, contact a franchised BMW dealer to schedule the front brake disc fastener repair. Reference recall number 10V496 when you call. The dealer repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and BMW states that dealers will repair the affected vehicles free of charge. Use recall number 10V496 when you contact a BMW dealer.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is reduced braking performance from a loose front brake disc. BMW reported that washer interference can affect front disc brake fastener torque, allowing one or more fasteners to loosen over time. Have a BMW dealer complete the free repair.
What if I bought this BMW motorcycle used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the VIN, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific F 650 Gs or F650 Gs is included, then call a franchised BMW dealer and reference recall 10V496.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/10V496000 |
|---|---|
| BMW customer service | 1-800-525-7417 |
| NHTSA recall # | 10V496 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 10V496000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 3, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →