Engine stalling due to ecu software
Defect Summary
Bmw of north america, llc (bmw) is recalling certain model year 2013-2016 bmw g650gs motorcycles manufactured march 8, 2013, to october 12, 2015, and 2013-2015 bmw g650gs sertao motorcycles manufactured march 8, 2013, to may 23, 2014. the affected motorcycles may stall during operation due to an engine control unit (ecu) software issue.
Safety Consequence
If the engine stalls during operation, it increases the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will update the ecu software, free of charge. the recall is expected to begin november 18, 2016. owners may contact bmw customer service at 1-800-525-7417. note: this recall supersedes recall 15v-537. motorcycles that were repaired under that recall need to have their software updated again as part of this campaign.
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FAQ: Recall 16V689000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 16V689000?
NHTSA recall 16V689000 was issued by Bmw Of North America, Llc on September 26, 2016. It addresses: Engine stalling due to ecu software. The recall affects approximately 1,398 vehicles, with the defect involving the Electrical System component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Bmw Of North America, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 16V689000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.