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2021 BMW K 1600 GTL

1 recalls, 1 complaints - 13 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

1 total complaints

Top Reported Components

ComponentComplaints
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM1
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Sep 4, 2026
Incident date: May 9, 2026
I am filing this complaint regarding NHTSA Safety Recall 26V214 for my 2021 BMW K1600GTL. The reverse gear system on my motorcycle has completely failed and is currently inoperative. Recall 26V214 concerns the reverse gear control unit. According to the recall, moisture may enter the unit, causing i... Read more

Technical Service Bulletins, 2021 BMW K 1600 GTL

13 manufacturer communications from 10 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM5
350000 EQUIPMENT1
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL1
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY1
060000 ENGINE (PWS)1
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL1
063100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL1
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING1
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).
SIB610117 May 6, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
General Electric Systems.
MC710122 Apr 26, 2022
063100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL
Emission Control Information.?
MC660114 Sep 3, 2021
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
BMW Motorrad has ascertained that Keyless Ride radio keys produced before March 28, 2014 have faulty software. This can result in the radio key ceasing to work; resulting in the engine not being able to start. If the radio key stops working
MC610821 Jul 13, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
When diagnosing fault codes (0x3A13D7, 0x3A13D9), technicians erroneously condemn the electronic throttle grip, which analyses show is rarely the culprit.
MC000621 Jun 23, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
BMW Motorrad USA is pleased to announce the launch of the BMW Motorrad Ultimate Care Program, effective June 23 , 2021. Three different plans will be offered for consumer bikes, as well as two Authority-specific plans. Model-year 2020 and n
MC000621 Jun 23, 2021
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
BMW Motorrad USA is pleased to announce the launch of the BMW Motorrad Ultimate Care Program, effective June 23 , 2021. Three different plans will be offered for consumer bikes, as well as two Authority-specific plans. Model-year 2020 and n
MC000621 Jun 23, 2021
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
BMW Motorrad USA is pleased to announce the launch of the BMW Motorrad Ultimate Care Program, effective June 23 , 2021. Three different plans will be offered for consumer bikes, as well as two Authority-specific plans. Model-year 2020 and n
MC000621 Jun 23, 2021
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
BMW Motorrad USA is pleased to announce the launch of the BMW Motorrad Ultimate Care Program, effective June 23 , 2021. Three different plans will be offered for consumer bikes, as well as two Authority-specific plans. Model-year 2020 and n
MC660118 Jun 17, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The bike does not shut down with a short press of the keyless ride button. The keyless Ride button must be pressed for several seconds to shut the bike down

BMW K 1600 GTL - All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the BMW K 1600 GTL across all model years (2011, 2025).

22 Total Recalls
94 Total Complaints
0 Investigations
1 Reported Crashes
1 Reported Fires
0 Reported Deaths

BMW K 1600 GTL - Year by Year

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

Year Recalls Complaints
2025 1 0 View
2024 2 0 View
2023 1 0 View
2022 1 1 View
2021 (current) 1 1
2020 3 0 View
2019 3 3 View
2018 2 20 View
2017 1 0 View
2016 0 4 View
2015 0 1 View
2014 1 11 View
2013 1 9 View
2012 4 44 View
2011 1 0 View

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