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2024 BMW K 1600 GTL

2 recalls — 0 complaints — 1 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. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed May 25, 2026. 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 Ma... Read more
9,160 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: BMW of North America, LLC
24V165000 Feb 29, 2024
SUSPENSION:FRONT
Defect Description
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.
Consequence
A loss of stability while riding can increase the risk of a crash.
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.
191 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: BMW of North America, LLC

No complaints found for this vehicle.

Technical Service Bulletins — 2024 BMW K 1600 GTL

1 manufacturer communications from 1 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
020000 SUSPENSION1
MC330424A Feb 5, 2024
020000 SUSPENSION
Delivery Stop 330008 is now associated with 33 04 24 Service Action: Check Suspension Strut

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
93 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 (current) 2 0
2023 1 0 View
2022 1 1 View
2021 1 0 View
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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