2021 BMW F 750 GS: common problems
The maker issued 9 service bulletins for this year. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Technical service bulletins (TSB)
- 9
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Equipment | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Structure | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Powertrain | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Wheels | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Comparison
What to check before buying
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
- Structure. Rails, pillars, panel gaps, signs of pulling or welding.
- Engine. Cold start, unusual noises, oil leaks and engine codes.
- Powertrain. Shift quality under load, harsh shifts, transmission codes, CV joints.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- Due to an internal time offset in the communication of the control units fault entry…
Due to an internal time offset in the communication of the control units fault entry ÃÂâÃÂÃÂÃÂÃÂ0X480688 ABS: Vehicleencoding faulty (ABS: Vehicle encoding faulty)ÃÂâÃÂÃÂÃÂÃÂ. May appear after…
- The electrical system of BMW vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few…
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…
- Due to a hardware change to the angular rate sensor, certain sub functions will not be active until after…
- BATTERY EMPTY DESPITE CHARGER
- Stress corrosion cracks may occur on the studs of certain milled footrests from the BMW Motorrad special…
Stress corrosion cracks may occur on the studs of certain milled footrests from the BMW Motorrad special accessories catalog for the GS models.
- When diagnosing fault codes (0x3A13D7, 0x3A13D9), technicians erroneously condemn the electronic throttle…
When diagnosing fault codes (0x3A13D7, 0x3A13D9), technicians erroneously condemn the electronic throttle grip, which analyses show is rarely the culprit.
- Gear Shift Assistant is not working
Damaged wire(s) in the main wiring harness.
- Special vehicles, Police, for example, should be configured/encoded with ISTA
- BMW Motorrad USA is pleased to announce the launch of the BMW Motorrad Ultimate Care Program, effective…
BMW Motorrad USA is pleased to announce the launch of the BMW Motorrad Ultimate Care Program, effective June 23 , 2021. Three different plans will be offered for consumer bikes, as well as two Authority-specific plans…
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Questions and answers
What are the most common problems with the 2021 BMW F 750 GS?
There are no owner complaints in the NHTSA data for this year; the data comes from 9 manufacturer service bulletins.
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2021 BMW F 750 GS?
NHTSA lists 9 manufacturer service bulletins for this year. A bulletin tells dealers how to diagnose or fix a known issue; it is not a recall.
Should I buy a 2021 BMW F 750 GS from a US auction?
Owner complaints describe defects, not crash damage. Before bidding, check the components listed above and review the lot photos: VinWind builds a report of visible and hidden damage by VIN.
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Sources: public NHTSA data (USA): service bulletins and owner complaints; YouTube: links to videos credited to their authors. Complaints are owner statements not verified by NHTSA, and describe defects rather than crash damage. Data updated 2026-11-04.