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2024 BMW K 1600 GTL

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 manual transmission's reverse gear control unit keeps moisture out. In your 2017-2025 K 1600 GT or 2018-2025 Grand America, this seal can break down and let water inside, overheating the unit.
Risk if Unfixed
If the reverse gear control unit overheats, it could catch fire while you're driving, which is a serious risk.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will replace the reverse gear control unit for free. You'll get a notification letter first, and a second one when the repair is ready. In the meantime, you can contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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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 #24V165000 Plain English
Component

SUSPENSION:FRONT

Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The front spring strut in your motorcycle is a crucial part that helps keep your bike stable while riding. In some 2024 BMW bikes, the strut's valve might be made incorrectly, which can cause it to loosen and fail, affecting the bike's stability.
Risk if Unfixed
If the strut fails while you're riding, you could lose control of your motorcycle, making a crash more likely.
Free Fix
Your local BMW dealer will check the strut's production date and replace it if needed, at no cost to you. This repair is free, and you should schedule it as soon as you receive the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A loss of stability while riding can increase the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
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.
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POWER TRAIN
1 recall
SUSPENSION
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Other BMW K 1600 GTL Years

2025
1 recall
2023
1 recall
2022
1 recall
2021
1 recall
2020
3 recalls
2019
3 recalls
2018
2 recalls
2017
1 recall
2014
1 recall
2013
1 recall
2012
4 recalls
2011
1 recall

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