CarRecallWatchThe 2018 BMW K 1600 B has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 44 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Power Train (20 reports).
2018 BMW K 1600 B recalls
Motorcycle Reverse Gear Unit May Overheat, Risking Fire
A seal in the reverse gear control unit can deteriorate over time, allowing moisture to get inside.
Transmission Parts May Lock Rear Wheel, Crash Risk
Certain transmission parts on these BMW K 1600 motorcycles may not have been made to the correct hardness level.
Most common 2018 BMW K 1600 B problems
Problem areas named in the 44 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Power Train | 20 |
| Steering | 11 |
| Unknown Or Other | 8 |
| Suspension | 7 |
| Electrical System | 4 |
| Engine | 4 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 2 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 1 |
What owners report
I own a 2018 BMW K1600B motorcycle. At highway speeds above approximately 65 mph, the rear of the motorcycle feels unstable and moves side to side, creating an unsafe riding condition. The motorcycle does not feel planted on the road and requires constant rider correction to maintain a straight path. I have verified tire pressures are correct and have tested different suspension settings, rider and luggage preload settings, windshield positions, and riding modes including Dynamic mode. The condition remains present regardless of these adjustments. The instability becomes more noticeable at higher highway speeds and creates a feeling that the rear of the motorcycle is moving away from the rid
he contact owns a 2018 BMW K 1600 B. The contact stated while having his vehicle running on the driveway, he noticed a pool of gas accumulating. The contact turned the vehicle off had the vehicle towed to a local dealer where a fuel leakage from the fuel pump. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 16,000.
The contact owns a 2018 BMW K-1600 B Motorcycle. The contact stated that the fuel pump was leaking. The motorcycle was taken to an independent mechanic who determined that the failure was related to the fuel pump. The contact associated the failure with NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V060000 (Fuel System, Gasoline). The local dealer was contacted, who confirmed there was no open recall associated with the VIN. The motorcycle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The approximate failure mileage was 8,600.
2018 BMW K1600** To whom it may concern My name is [XXX] and I am filing a safety complaint regarding my 2018 BMW K1600 motorcycle VIN [XXX] . My motorcycle has a serious and dangerous stability problem that happens at normal highway speeds. While riding at about sixty miles per hour and higher the motorcycle begins to wobble and feel unstable. The front end becomes light and the handlebars feel like they want to move on their own. The back of the motorcycle moves from side to side as if the rear is shifting under me. At times it feels like the bike is sliding or going out from underneath me even though the road is straight and smooth. This is a very unsafe feeling and it can happen at any
When I drive my motorcycle on the highway with 70 mph +/- 5 miles, the bike is unstable, the steering bar is shaking, and it is hard to keep the bike in the lane. I complained to the dealer, they balanced the wheel, tested the bike, but the problem has not been solved.
2018 BMW K 1600 B questions
Does the 2018 BMW K 1600 B have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2018 BMW K 1600 B: Motorcycle Reverse Gear Unit May Overheat, Risking Fire; Transmission Parts May Lock Rear Wheel, Crash Risk. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2018 BMW K 1600 B?
Based on 44 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Power Train (20), Steering (11), Unknown Or Other (8).
How do I check if a recall on my 2018 BMW K 1600 B has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.