BMW F800GS Recalls

The BMW F800GS has 1 recall affecting the 2009 model year, where the front wheel quick-release axle can have a reduced wall thickness that causes it to break under heavy loads, leading to a crash with potential for serious injury. When the axle fails, the front wheel loses its secure mounting and the rider has no meaningful ability to steer or stop. The risk is highest during off-road riding, where the forces on the front axle are greatest, but any hard load on the front wheel can trigger a failure.