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BMW K 1600 GTL Recall 21V060: Fuel Pump May Crack and Leak, Creating Fire Risk

NHTSA campaign 21V060, reported February 8, 2021, 20,963 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

The fuel pump, and the auxiliary fuel pump on certain models, can crack and leak fuel while the motorcycle is being ridden. Fuel leaking near an ignition source can cause a fire.

Owners will be notified by BMW, and an authorized BMW dealer will replace the fuel pump at no cost. The recall began March 17, 2021. You can also contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417, and check your motorcycle's VIN for open recalls.

Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle

The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 21V060BMW of North America, LLC
Component
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Problem
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2011-2014 S 1000 RR/R/ HP4, R 1200 GS/GS Adventure/R/RT, K 1300 S, K 1600 GT/GTL/GTL Exclusive and 2014 R nine T motorcycles. The fuel pump, and auxiliary fuel pump in certain models, may crack and leak fuel during vehicle operation.
Risk
A fuel leak, in the presence of an ignition source, may result in a fire.
Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began March 17, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Affected vehicles

BMW HP420132014
BMW K 1600 GT2011201220132014
BMW K 1600 GTL2011201220132014
BMW K1300 S2011201220132014
BMW R 1200 GS Adventure2011201220132014
BMW R 1200 R2011201220132014
BMW R Nine T2014
BMW R1200 GS2011201220132014
BMW R1200 RT2011201220132014
BMW S 1000 R2014
BMW S 1000 RR2011201220132014