CarRecallWatchThe 2019 BMW K 1600 GTL has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Power Train (3 reports).
2019 BMW K 1600 GTL 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.
Rear Link Strut May Crack, Risking Loss of Control
The rear link strut that connects the rear suspension to the motorcycle frame may not be strong enough, and it can become damaged.
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 2019 BMW K 1600 GTL problems
Problem areas named in the 3 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Power Train | 3 |
What owners report
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 BMW K 1600 MOTOCYCLE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V692000 (POWER TRAIN) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS NOT YET AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER HAD EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. (BMW MOTORCYCLES OF LOUISVILLE DEALER, LOCATED AT 1700 ARTHUR ST, LOUISVILLE, KY 40208) WAS CONTACTED BY PHONE AND IT WAS CONFIRMED THAT PARTS WERE NOT AVAILABLE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 BMW K 1600 GTL. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTIFICATION IN THE MAIL FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V692000 (POWER TRAIN). THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO EURO CYCLES OF DAYTONA (118 E FAIRVIEW AVE, DAYTONA BEACH, FL 32114, (386) 257-2269) AND WAS INFORMED TO NOT DRIVE THE VEHICLE DUE TO A TICKING SOUND COMING FROM THE GEAR BOX. THE DEALER ASSOCIATED THE NOISE WITH THE RECALL AND ALSO INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT THE PARTS WERE NOT AVAILABLE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE RECALL AND OFFERED NO ASSISTANCE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS UNKNOWN. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE. *DL
MY MOTORCYCLE HAD A TICKING SOUND COMING FROM THE GEARBOX. THE DEALER DECIDED IT WAS NOT SAFE TO RIDE THE BIKE, THAT I SHOULD LEAVE IT UNTIL BMW COMES WITH A SOLUTION. I CURRENTLY HAVE A 2019 K1600 GTL SITTING IN SERVICE WITHOUT ANY RESOLUTION. THE BIKE IS WITH EUROCYCLES OF DAYTONA. THE VEHICLE WAS BEING SERVICED AT THE TIME WHEN THE SERVICE MANAGER NOTICES TH SOUND COING FROM THE GEARBOX. THIS IS OART OF THE CURRENT TRANSMISSION RECALL. I'VE SPOKEN TO BMW BUT THEY HAVE NO SOLUTION.
2019 BMW K 1600 GTL questions
Does the 2019 BMW K 1600 GTL have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2019 BMW K 1600 GTL: Motorcycle Reverse Gear Unit May Overheat, Risking Fire; Rear Link Strut May Crack, Risking Loss of Control; 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 2019 BMW K 1600 GTL?
Based on 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Power Train (3).
How do I check if a recall on my 2019 BMW K 1600 GTL 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.