BMW K 1600 GT recalls
Every NHTSA recall campaign filed since 2000 that names the BMW K 1600 GT, newest first. Last verified Jul 30, 2026.
Units are totals reported across campaigns mentioning this model — NHTSA does not always break unit counts down by model.
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- Apr 2, 2026Fire risk2017–2025 BMW K 1600 B, 2018–2025 BMW K 1600 Grand America, 2017–2025 BMW K 1600 GT and 1 other model — Power Train
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.
26V214000 · 9K units · BMW of North America, LLC
- Jul 25, 2025Crash risk2025 BMW F 800 GS, 2025 BMW F 900 GS, 2025 BMW K 1600 GT and 4 other models — Communication
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2025 F 900 GS, F 800 GS, R 1300 GS Adventure, R 1300 GS, S 1000 RR, S 1000 R, and K 1600 GT vehicles equipped with the optional emergency call system. The emergency call system (eCall) may have been deactivated due to a software programming error.
25V480000 · 33 units · BMW of North America, LLC
- Feb 29, 2024Crash risk2024 BMW K 1600 B, 2024 BMW K 1600 GT, 2024 BMW K 1600 GTL and 1 other model — Suspension
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.
24V165000 · 191 units · BMW of North America, LLC
- Jan 21, 2022Crash risk2019–2020 BMW K 1600 B, 2019–2020 BMW K 1600 GT, 2019–2020 BMW K 1600 GTL — Suspension
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.
22V023000 · 5K units · BMW of North America, LLC
- Feb 8, 2021Fire risk2013–2014 BMW HP4, 2011–2014 BMW K 1300 S, 2011–2014 BMW K 1600 GT and 9 other models — Fuel System, Gasoline
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2011-2014 S 1000 RR/R/ HP4, R 1200 GS/GS Adventure/R/RT, K 1300 S, K 1600 GT/GTL/GTL Exclusive and 2014 R nine T motorcycles. The fuel pump, and auxiliary fuel pump in certain models, may crack and leak fuel during vehicle operation.
21V060000 · 21K units · BMW of North America, LLC
- Aug 10, 2020Fire risk2006 BMW HP2 Enduro, 2009 BMW HP2 Mega Moto US, 2007–2009 BMW HP2 Megamoto and 19 other models — Fuel System, Gasoline
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2009-2011 K1300 (S, GT), 2010-2011 S1000 RR, 2005-2011 R1200 (GS, GS Adventure, R, RT, S, ST), 2006-2010 HP2 (Enduro, Megamoto, Sport), 2005-2008 K1200 (R, R Sport, S, GT), and 2012 K1600 (GT, GTL) motorcycles that were repaired under recall 13V-617 with the support ring remedy and where the fuel pump was not replaced at a later date. This recall involves the fuel pump, and also the auxiliary fuel pump as applicable. The affected motorcycles have a fuel pump flange that may crack, possibly resulting in a fuel leak while the engine is running.
20V471000 · 17K units · BMW of North America, LLC
- Oct 1, 2019Crash risk2017–2020 BMW K 1600 GT, 2018–2020 BMW K 1600 GTL, 2018–2020 BMW K1600B — Power Train
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.
19V692000 · 5K units · BMW of North America, LLC
- Dec 12, 2013Fire risk2006 BMW HP2 Enduro, 2008–2009 BMW HP2 Megamoto, 2008–2010 BMW HP2 Sport and 15 other models — Fuel System, Gasoline
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2005-2011 model year R-model motorcycles, model year 2005-2012 K-model motorcycles, model year 2010-2011 S 1000 model motorcycles, and model year 2006-2010 HP2 motorcycles. In the affected motorcycles, the fuel pump flange (and the auxiliary fuel pump flange if equipped) could develop cracks and leak fuel.
13V617000 · 50K units · BMW of North America, LLC
- Oct 25, 2013Crash risk2012 BMW K 1600 GT, 2012 BMW K 1600 GTL — Engine
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2012 K1600 GT and K1600 GTL motorcycles. In certain riding conditions, an incorrect throttle valve control signal may be received by the engine control unit, limiting the engine speed.
13V526000 · 2K units · BMW of North America, LLC