2019 BMW K 1600 GT recalls

3 safety recalls, 2 owner complaints. Official NHTSA data.

20222019
3Recalls
2Complaints
0Crashes & fires reported
N/ANHTSA overall rating

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2019 BMW K 1600 GT recall list

Power Train recall

26V-214
April 2, 2026 · BMW of North America, LLC
Problem
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.
Safety risk
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, anticipated late October 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 May 25, 2026.

Suspension recall

22V-023
January 21, 2022 · BMW of North America, LLC
Problem
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2020 K1600 GT, K1600 GTL, and K1600 B motorcycles. The link strut connecting the rear suspension to the frame may have insufficient strength, which can cause the link strut to become damaged.
Safety risk
A damaged link strut can cause the rear of the motorcycle to contact the rear wheel, affecting riding stability and control, and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the rear link strut, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters to inform owners of the safety risk were mailed on March 11, 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed June 21, 2022. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Power Train recall

19V-692
October 1, 2019 · BMW of North America, LLC
Problem
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2017-2020 K 1600 GT and 2018-2020 K 1600 GTL and K 1600 B motorcycles. Certain transmission parts may not have been produced to the appropriate hardness level. This could affect the function of the transmission, possibly causing double engagement of two gears and/or the damage of transmission parts.
Safety risk
Double gear engagement or transmission damage can cause the rear wheel to lock up, affecting the vehicle stability and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the shift forks, the selector sleeve of 5th/6th gear and the gear wheel of 6th gear, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk was mailed November 1, 2019. A second letter will be sent once the remedy is available. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

2019 BMW K 1600 GT owner complaints

2 complaints filed with NHTSA, including 0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries and 0 deaths.

Problems by component

Suspension2

Recent complaints

November 9, 2022Suspension

The contact owns a 2019 BMW K 1600 GT. The contact received notification of the NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V023000 (Suspension) 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. The local dealer was notified of the recall notice and stated that parts were available for the recall repair. The manufacturer was notified of the issue and the contact was informed that he would receive a call back. The contact had not yet received a response. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

September 13, 2022Suspension

The contact owns a 2019 BMW K 1600 GT. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V0230000 (Suspension). The dealer had been notified of the issue and the contact was informed that parts were not yet available. The manufacturer had been notified of the issue. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

2019 BMW K 1600 GT recall FAQ

Does the 2019 BMW K 1600 GT have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2019 BMW K 1600 GT. The most recent, filed April 2, 2026, concerns the power train.

What are the most common 2019 BMW K 1600 GT problems?

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA. The most reported area is suspension (2 reports).

Is the 2019 BMW K 1600 GT safe?

NHTSA has not published an overall crash test rating for the 2019 BMW K 1600 GT.

How do I get a recall fixed on my 2019 BMW K 1600 GT?

Contact any authorized BMW dealer. Recall repairs are free, even if you are not the original owner or the warranty has expired.