BMW K 1600 GTL recalls and problems
8 recalls and 72 owner complaints for 14 model years. Pick your year for full details.
Recalls
8
Complaints
72
Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
1
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BMW K 1600 GTL by year
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 K 1600 GTL | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 K 1600 GTL | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 K 1600 GTL | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 K 1600 GTL | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 K 1600 GTL | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 K 1600 GTL | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 K 1600 GTL | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 K 1600 GTL | 2 | 16 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 K 1600 GTL | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 K 1600 GTL | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 K 1600 GTL | 1 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2013 K 1600 GTL | 1 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2012 K 1600 GTL | 4 | 33 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2011 K 1600 GTL | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most reported BMW K 1600 GTL problems
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 18 | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 14 | |
| Power Train | 12 | |
| Electrical System | 11 | |
| Engine | 9 | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 6 | |
| Unknown or Other | 5 | |
| Suspension | 5 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 | |
| Exterior Lighting | 4 |
All BMW K 1600 GTL recalls
| Recall | Date | Years | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26V-214 | Apr 2, 2026 | 2017–2025 | Power Train | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2017-2025 K 1600 GT, GTL, B and 2018-2025 Grand America vehicles. |
| 24V-165 | Feb 29, 2024 | 2024 | Suspension | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2024 R 1250RT, K 1600GT, K 1600GTL, and K 1600B motorcycles. |
| 22V-023 | Jan 21, 2022 | 2019–2020 | Suspension | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2020 K1600 GT, K1600 GTL, and K1600 B motorcycles. |
| 21V-060 | Feb 8, 2021 | 2011–2014 | 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. |
| 20V-471 | Aug 10, 2020 | 2012 | 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… |
| 19V-692 | Oct 1, 2019 | 2018–2020 | 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. |
| 13V-617 | Dec 12, 2013 | 2012 | 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… |
| 13V-526 | Oct 25, 2013 | 2012 | Engine, Electrical System, Vehicle Speed Control | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2012 K1600 GT and K1600 GTL motorcycles. |
Frequently asked questions
What is the worst year for the BMW K 1600 GTL?
By owner complaints to NHTSA, the 2012 BMW K 1600 GTL has the most reports (33). Check the 2012 page for the problems owners describe.
How many recalls does the BMW K 1600 GTL have?
NHTSA lists 8 safety recalls covering BMW K 1600 GTL model years 2011–2014, 2017–2025.
What are the most common BMW K 1600 GTL problems?
Owners report steering, fuel/propulsion system, power train problems most often.