2022 BMW K 1600 B

1 recalls, 5 complaints - 6 TSBs

26V214000 Apr 2, 2026
POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION:SEALS/GASKETS
Defect Description
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.
Consequence
An overheated reverse gear control unit increases the risk of a fire.
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) invo... Read more
9,160 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: BMW of North America, LLC

Complaint Statistics

5 total complaints

Top Reported Components

ComponentComplaints
STEERING1
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE1
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING1
ENGINE1
UNKNOWN OR OTHER1
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Sep 26, 2024
Incident date: Aug 4, 2024
2024 Honda Accord Hybrid EX-L. The moon roof exploded as I was driving about 40 miles per hour on a 107-degree afternoon. The moon roof was puffed out from the explosion. Sounded like a shotgun going off. Android Auto inquired if there was a collision to report - due to the concussion from the e... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE Sep 16, 2024
Incident date: Sep 15, 2024
The contact owns a 2022 Toyota Tundra. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V566000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) and 24V381000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available. The local dealer was made aware of the issue and confir... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING Sep 16, 2024
Incident date: Sep 15, 2024
The contact owns a 2022 Toyota Tundra. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V566000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) and 24V381000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available. The local dealer was made aware of the issue and confir... Read more
ENGINE Sep 16, 2024
Incident date: Sep 15, 2024
Back in March 2024 I had a tow beam stock replaced to the car. Couple of months after this check engine light started coming on until it stayed on. Took SUV to mechanic shop in July 2024, and they informed of a r&r knock senor needing to be replace. A couple days after this had to go back as check e... Read more
STEERING Sep 22, 2022
Incident date: Sep 21, 2022
The motorcycle is unstable at speeds above 60 mph from excessive wind buffeting. The issue is made even worse when riding on freeways with semi-trucks. The steering starts to shake and the motorcycle feels out of control.

Technical Service Bulletins, 2022 BMW K 1600 B

6 manufacturer communications from 5 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM2
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE2
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING1
200000 WHEELS1
MCS130011 Feb 12, 2024
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
On affected vehicles, a clamp on the fuel hose (quick coupling connector to the fuel pump) can happen to be crimped insufficiently. During the motorcycle starting process, the fuel system develops a higher pressure than while riding. This i
MCS130011 Jan 26, 2024
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
On affected vehicles, a clamp on the fuel hose (quick coupling connector to the fuel pump) can happen to be crimped insufficiently. During the motorcycle starting process, the fuel system develops a higher pressure than while riding. This i
B611305 Jan 11, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The electrical system of BMW vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few years. This has led to increased demands being placed on the battery. This document covers important information for the dealer on ho
MC610522 Dec 8, 2022
200000 WHEELS
Due to a hardware change to the angular rate sensor, certain sub functions will not be active until after a software update.
SIB610522 Jul 26, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Due to a hardware change to the angular rate sensor, a specific function "Front Wheel Lift Detection" of the Pro Driving Modes is not activated.
SIB170222 Jun 1, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Coolant is leaking from under the car which is equipped with the N63 engine. A low coolant warning might also be displayed (CC Message ID166).

BMW K 1600 B - All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the BMW K 1600 B across all model years (2017, 2025).

12 Total Recalls
29 Total Complaints
0 Investigations
1 Reported Crashes
0 Reported Fires
0 Reported Deaths

BMW K 1600 B - Year by Year

Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.

Year Recalls Complaints
2025 1 2 View
2024 2 2 View
2023 1 5 View
2022 (current) 1 5
2021 1 0 View
2020 2 2 View
2019 2 4 View
2018 1 9 View
2017 1 0 View

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