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2019 BMW K 1600 B

2 recalls Most severe issue: Critical

All recalls are free to repair at your local dealership. Contact your dealer to schedule service.

Known Safety Recalls

Critical #26V214000 Plain English
Component

POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION:SEALS/GASKETS

Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The seal in your K 1600 GT or Grand America is a critical component that keeps moisture out of your transmission's reverse gear control unit. In some 2017-2025 models, this seal can break down and let water in.
Risk if Unfixed
If the control unit overheats, it could catch fire, which is a serious risk that could cause damage to your bike or even injury to you.
Free Fix
Your authorized BMW dealer will replace the reverse gear control unit for you, at no cost. You should schedule this repair as soon as you receive the recall notice, and you can also contact BMW customer service if you have any questions or concerns.
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Original — What Happened
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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An overheated reverse gear control unit increases the risk of a fire.
Original — Remedy
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.
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High Priority #22V023000 Plain English
Component

SUSPENSION:REAR

Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The link strut in your motorcycle's rear suspension is like a strong arm that connects the frame to the wheels. It helps keep your bike stable and in control. In some 2019-2020 K1600 GT, GTL, and B models, this strut might be too weak.
Risk if Unfixed
If the strut gets damaged, the rear of your motorcycle could hit the wheel while you're riding, making it harder to control and increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will replace the weak link strut with a stronger one, free of charge. You should contact your dealer to schedule the repair as soon as you get the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
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.
Original — Remedy
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.
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POWER TRAIN
1 recall
SUSPENSION
1 recall

Other BMW K 1600 B Years

2025
1 recall
2024
2 recalls
2023
1 recall
2022
1 recall
2021
1 recall
2020
2 recalls
2018
1 recall
2017
1 recall

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