BMW K 1600 B problems & recalls
NHTSA records for 2017–2025: 4 recall campaigns and 59 owner complaints. Pick a model year.
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Recent recalls
Power Train #26V214000 · 2026 · 9,160 units
Problem: Bmw of north america, llc (bmw) is recalling certain 2017-2025 k 1600 gt, gtl, b and 2018-2025 grand america vehicles. the seal for the reverse gear control unit may deteriorate and allow moisture inside the control unit, which can result in the unit overheating.
Risk: An overheated reverse gear control unit increases the risk of a fire.
Fix: Dealers will replace the reverse gear control unit, free of charge. letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed may 28, 2026. a second letter will be mailed once the remedy is available. owners may contact bmw customer service at 1-800-525-7417. vehicle identification numbers (vins) involved in this recall will be searchable on nhtsa.gov beginning may 25, 2026.
Suspension #24V165000 · 2024 · 191 units
Problem: Bmw of north america, llc (bmw) is recalling certain 2024 r 1250rt, k 1600gt, k 1600gtl, and k 1600b motorcycles. the front spring strut may contain an incorrectly manufactured proportional valve that can loosen, and result in strut failure and a loss of stability.
Risk: A loss of stability while riding can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the strut production dates and replace the front spring struts as necessary, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed april 29, 2024. owners may contact bmw customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Suspension #22V023000 · 2022 · 5,063 units
Problem: Bmw of north america, llc (bmw) is recalling certain 2019-2020 k1600 gt, k1600 gtl, and k1600 b motorcycles. the link strut connecting the rear suspension to the frame may have insufficient strength, which can cause the link strut to become damaged.
Risk: A damaged link strut can cause the rear of the motorcycle to contact the rear wheel, affecting riding stability and control, and increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the rear link strut, free of charge. interim owner notification letters to inform owners of the safety risk were mailed on march 11, 2022. owner notification letters were mailed june 21, 2022. owners may contact bmw customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Power Train #19V692000 · 2019 · 4,672 units
Problem: Bmw of north america, llc (bmw) is recalling certain 2017-2020 k 1600 gt and 2018-2020 k 1600 gtl and k 1600 b motorcycles. certain transmission parts may not have been produced to the appropriate hardness level. this could affect the function of the transmission, possibly causing double engagement of two gears and/or the damage of transmission parts.
Risk: Double gear engagement or transmission damage can cause the rear wheel to lock up, affecting the vehicle stability and increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will replace the shift forks, the selector sleeve of 5th/6th gear and the gear wheel of 6th gear, free of charge. interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk was mailed november 1, 2019. a second letter will be sent once the remedy is available. owners may contact bmw customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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