2013 BMW K 1600 GT recalls and problems

1 recall and 7 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2013 BMW K 1600 GT.

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recalls
7
owner complaints
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complaints mentioning a crash
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mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2013 BMW K 1600 GT recalls

Fuel system, gasoline: delivery, fuel pump

NHTSA campaign 21V060000 · reported February 8, 2021 · BMW of North America, LLC · 20,963 vehicles potentially affected

The 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.
The risk
A fuel leak, in the presence of an ignition source, may result in a fire.
The fix
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.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Feb 19, 2022 · Engine

We were notified in March 2021 that our a fuel pump could start a fuel leak. This could catch on fire causing damage to the motorcycle not to mention my wife and I could be severely burned. They continue to say that they do not have the part and as of September 2021 still do not have the part and as of today they…

Sep 14, 2021 · Fuel system, gasoline

The contact owns a 2013 BMW K 1600 GT. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V060000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact took the motorcycle to the local dealer and it was confirmed that the part was not yet available. The contact…

Apr 4, 2021 · Power train · 20 miles

TRANSMISSION IS NOISY. THE GEARS ARE WORN PREMATURELY. I HAVE 40K MILES ON ME 2013 K1600GT. I SAW A RECALL FOR 2017+ TRANSMISSIONS BUT I BELIEVE IT SHOULD BE EXTENDED TO PRIOR YEARS. OBVIOUSLY IT WAS IN MOTION FROM 10MPH OR FASTER. IT SEEMS TO BE WORSE FROM 3RD GEAR AND HIGHER.

Feb 28, 2020 · Power train · 25,400 miles

DURING A RIDE WITH MY 2013 BMW K1600 GT THAT TOOK PLACE ON 12/15/19, I NOTED PROBLEMS WITH THE MANUAL TRANSMISSION, WITH DIFFICULTY IN SHIFTING GEARS. THE BIKE HAS APPROXIMATELY 25, 400 MILES. I WAS ABLE TO DRIVE BACK HOME WITH DIFFICULTY. I TOOK THE MOTORCYCLE TO THE SAN DIEGO BMW DEALERSHIP TO ASSESS THE PROBLEM…

Dec 9, 2019 · Engine · 13,048 miles

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 BMW K 1600 GT. THE CONTACT DISCOVERED FUEL LEAKING FROM THE LOWER FUEL PUMP AND OIL LEAKING FROM THE OIL PAN GASKET OF THE MOTORCYCLE. THE MOTORCYCLE WAS TAKEN TO BMW MOTORCYCLES OF LAS VEGAS (617 5B WEST SAHARA AVE, LAS VEGAS, NV) WHERE THE EXHAUST MANIFOLD GASKET, OIL PAN GASKET, AND FUEL…

K 1600 GT model years compared

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFires
2011 1100
2012 41000
2013 1700
2014 1000
2015 0100
2016 0400

All BMW K 1600 GT years →

Questions

Does the 2013 BMW K 1600 GT have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2013 BMW K 1600 GT, the most recent reported on February 8, 2021 (Fuel system, gasoline: delivery, fuel pump). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2013 BMW K 1600 GT?
Owners have filed 7 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine (3 complaints), followed by fuel/propulsion system (2).
How many 2013 BMW K 1600 GT complaints mention a crash or fire?
0 of 7 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received February 19, 2022.