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2013 BMW C600 Sport Maxi-Scooter

Recalls, owner-reported complaints, investigations and safety data

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Owner complaintsComplaints are reports submitted to NHTSA by owners and drivers. NHTSA does not verify most reports before publishing them, and a complaint does not establish that a defect exists. Volume is influenced by how many of a vehicle were sold, how long it has been on the road, and how much attention an issue has received.
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Latest Jun 24, 2017
Safety recallsA safety recall is issued when a manufacturer or NHTSA determines that a vehicle has a safety-related defect or does not comply with a federal motor vehicle safety standard. Recall repairs are free. Whether a specific vehicle is covered depends on its VIN — a recall listed for a model year does not necessarily apply to every vehicle of that year.
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Latest Mar 1, 2019
InvestigationsNHTSA opens an investigation to examine whether a safety defect may exist. An open investigation is not a determination that a defect exists, and many investigations close without a recall. Investigations can, however, lead to one.
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Crash or fire reportedComplaints whose submitter recorded that a crash or a fire occurred. These are the reporter's own answers on the NHTSA form, not verified findings.
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Overview

Our database contains 4 NHTSA owner-reported complaints for the 2013 BMW C600 Sport Maxi-Scooter, most frequently naming the engine and fuel system categories. 4 safety recalls have been issued covering this model year; and 19 manufacturer communications are on file.

Complaints are reports submitted by owners and drivers to NHTSA. They are not verified and do not establish that a defect exists.

What owners report

Complaints grouped by the component NHTSA recorded

  • Engine375.0%
  • Fuel system125.0%

Percentages are of component mentions. A single complaint can name more than one component, so these do not sum to the total complaint count.

Safety recalls

4 campaigns cover this model year

View all 4

Recalls apply to specific vehicles, not to every vehicle of a model year. Check your VIN with NHTSA or your manufacturer's dealer to confirm whether a recall affects your vehicle.

Check a VIN on NHTSA.gov
19V157000

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

Mar 1, 2019
2,707 units potentially affected
The defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2013-2018 BMW C600 Sport and C650 Sport and 2013-2019 C650 GT scooters. Repeated turning of the handlebars to the left most position may cause the front brake hose to crack and leak over time.
The risk: A brake fluid leak can reduce braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake hose, adding an additional protective sleeve that will cover the hose connection fitting, free of charge. The recall began August 6, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Note: This recall includes scooters previously recalled under 15V-738.
BMW of North America, LLCView on NHTSA.gov
14V264000

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

May 16, 2014
1,360 units potentially affected
The defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 C 600 Sport Maxi-Scooter, and C 650 GT Maxi-Scooter motorcycles manufactured August 2, 2012, through February 18, 2014. In the affected motorcycles, the camshaft chain tensioner may not function properly, resulting in an engine stall.
The risk: An engine stall may increase the risk of a crash.
The remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the camshaft chain tensioner, free of charge. BMW distributed interim notification to owners on July 15, 2014. The recall is expected to begin in July 2014. Owners may contact BMW Customer Relations at 1-800-525-7417.
BMW of North America, LLCView on NHTSA.gov
14V065000

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; STRUCTURE:MOTORCYCLE:KICKSTAND/CENTER STAND

Feb 19, 2014
4,453 units potentially affected
The defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2013 C 600 Sport, C 650 GT, F 700 GS, F 800 GS, F 800 GS Adventure, F 800 GT, R 1200 R and R1200 GS motorcycles. Water may enter the side-stand switch preventing the motorcycle from starting or potentially shutting off the motorcycle while it is being ridden.
The risk: An unexpected shutdown increases the risk of a crash.
The remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the side-stand switch, free of charge. The recall began on April 8, 2014. Owners may contact BMW at 1-800-831-1117.
BMW of North America, LLCView on NHTSA.gov

Recent owner complaints

Reports submitted to NHTSA, shown in the owner's own words

Fuel system
Filed Jun 24, 2017

BIKE REPEATEDLY STALLS AT LOW RPM. EXTREMELY DANGEROUS IN TRAFFIC AND WHEN CORNERING.

NHTSA ID
11000967
Incident
Jun 24, 2017
Mileage
2,900 mi
Engine
Filed Apr 29, 2014

ON APRIL 27, 2014 AFTER 1,534 MILES WITH NO ISSUES MY BMW C600 SPORT MAXI-SCOOTER 2013 BEGAN TO STALL. SPECIFICALLY, JUST AFTER 1,500 MILES I STALLED SEVERAL TIMES DURING LOW-THROTTLE OR IDLE SITUATIONS SUCH AS STOPLIGHTS AND SLOW-SPEED MANEUVERS, AND I EVEN STALLED TWICE DURING SLOW-SPEED TURNS. THE STALLING ISSUE WAS SO PERVASIVE (OCCURRING AT NEARLY EVERY OTHER STOPLIGHT AND TURN) I BARELY GOT IT HOME, BUT MANAGED TO DO SO. I NOTICED A STRONG SMELL OF GASOLINE INSIDE THE GARAGE ONCE THE SCOOTER WAS HOME AND PARKED THERE. THE STRONG GASOLINE SMELL CONTINUED FOR NEARLY 12 HOURS. I HAD THE SIDE STAND REPLACED AT MY 1ST (AND ONLY) SERVICE WHICH WAS JUST A FEW WEEKS AGO. THIS SIDE STAND REPLACEMENT WAS PER THE RECALL NOTICE I RECEIVED FROM BMW. AND THIS SCOOTER NEVER ONCE STALLED PRIOR TO THE SIDE STAND REPLACEMENT. IT WAS ONLY AFTER THE SIDE STAND REPLACEMENT AND AFTER 1,500 MILES THAT THE SCOOTER FIRST STALLED THIS APRIL 27, 2014. *JS

NHTSA ID
10585497
Incident
Apr 27, 2014
Mileage
1,534 mi
Engine
Filed Mar 8, 2014

I BOUGHT THIS SCOOTER IN NOVEMBER 2012 & HAD QUITE A FEW STALLING PROBLEMS WITH IT. AFTER A FEW CALLS TO BMW & MY LOCAL DEALER THEY WERE ABLE TO REMEDY THE PROBLEM WITH A COMPUTER UPDATE. YESTERDAY THE PROBLEM STARTED AGAIN & HAS DONE IT 2 DAYS IN A ROW. I'VE CALLED THE DEALER & BMW & INFORMED THEM OF THE PROBLEM. THIS NO DOUBT COULD LEAD TO EITHER DEATH OR DISABILITY. COULD YOU PLEASE LOOK INTO THIS BEFORE I DIE. THERE IS MANY INSTANCES OF OTHER PEOPLE HAVING THE SAME PROBLEM ON THE INTERNET JUST GOOGLE BMW C600 STALLING PROBLEMS. *TR

NHTSA ID
10567902
Incident
Mar 7, 2014
Mileage
4,800 mi
Engine
Filed Feb 10, 2013

I PURCHASED A C600 SPORT ON NOVEMBER 27TH 2012. IT STALLED 2 TIMES BEFORE THE 600 MILES CHECK UP NOT THINKING MUCH ABOUT IT I DIDN'T DOCUMENT THOSE DAYS BUT DID CALL THE DEALER & LET THEM KNOW ABOUT IT. I ACTUALLY THOUGHT IT MIGHT BE A MOISTURE PROBLEM IN THE START/KILL SWITCH. YESTERDAY FEBRUARY 9TH IT STALLED 3 TIMES & AFTER READING THE FORUMS I FILLED THE GAS USING THE CENTER STAND THINKING THERE MIGHT BE AN AIR POCKET IN THE TANK BUT IT STALLED AGAIN WITHIN 5 MINUTES. THERE DOESN'T SEEM TO BE A METHOD TO THE STALLING OTHER STOPPING OR LOW RPMS EVERYTIME. I CALLED THE DEALER & BMW TO LET THEM KNOW ABOUT THE PROBLEM FEBRUARY 9TH & AM WEIGHING MY OPTIONS. 2-8-13 STALLED 3 TIMES @ LOW RPMS 41 & SHERWIN WILLIAMS BROAD & 3RD PANERA BREAD PARKING LOT. *TR

NHTSA ID
10497619
Incident
Feb 8, 2013
Mileage
1,069 mi

Manufacturer communications

A bulletin sent by a manufacturer to its dealers. Not a recall, and repairs are not necessarily free.

B611305

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

The electrical system of BMW vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few years. This has led to increased demands being placed on the battery. This document covers important information for the dealer on how to handle “discharged battery” complaints.

MC000521

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

One of the following situations can occur when connecting to BN2000 motorcycles: 1. The installed control units cannot be found when reading out with ISTA. 2. Control units initially communicate after connecting to the vehicle, but communication later stops.

B170318

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Butt connector for repairing a plug connection. The ?top up coolant? message is displayed in the central display (CC message ID 166). When checking the cooling system there are no leaks found and the expansion tank is filled to the proper level.

MC64010520

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

Incorrect tire pressure appears in the instrument cluster. Contamination or obstruction of the RDC sensor.

MC63997656

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

Instrument cluster self check is slow. Suftware update is required. Rectified with I level K001-17-07-500.

SIM010917

EQUIPMENT

Shipping specific non-deployed vehicle safety devices to lighting resources, llc. This service Information bulletin provides information on shipping "specific" noin-deployed vehicle safety devices that are classified as Dangerous Goods (DG) to Lighting resources, LLC

Manufacturers file copies of the bulletins they send to dealers with NHTSA. These often describe diagnostic or repair procedures for a known condition. They are not recalls: repairs described in a bulletin are usually only free if the vehicle is still under warranty or the manufacturer has extended coverage.

Compare model years

Complaint and recall counts across every year of this model

BMW C600 Sport Maxi-Scooter by model year
YearComplaintsRecallsInvestigationsIssue Index
2019000—
2018010—
2017010—
2016210—
2015010—
2014120—
2013Viewing440—
2012010—

Higher-selling and older vehicles accumulate more reports. Counts are not failure rates and are not directly comparable between vehicles that sold in very different numbers. Older model years have had longer for reports to accumulate.