Does the 2018 BMW K 1600 GT have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2018 BMW K 1600 GT, the most recent reported on April 2, 2026 (Power train: manual transmission, seals/gaskets). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2018 BMW K 1600 GT?

Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is power train (3 complaints), followed by unknown or other (2).

How many 2018 BMW K 1600 GT complaints mention a crash or fire?

0 of 5 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 2 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2018 BMW K 1600 GT recalls and problems

2 recalls and 5 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2018 BMW K 1600 GT.

recalls

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

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.

2018 BMW K 1600 GT recalls

Power train: manual transmission, seals/gaskets

NHTSA campaign 26V214000 · reported April 2, 2026 · BMW of North America, LLC · 9,160 vehicles potentially affected

The 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.
The risk: An overheated reverse gear control unit increases the risk of a fire.
The fix: 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. 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.

Power train: manual transmission

NHTSA campaign 19V692000 · reported October 1, 2019 · BMW of North America, LLC · 4,672 vehicles potentially affected

The 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.
The 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.
The fix: 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.

Most reported problems

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

Power train3
Unknown or other2
Steering1

What owners report

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

Aug 4, 2020 · Power train · 9,569 miles
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 BMW K-1600 GT. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V692000 (POWER TRAIN) HOWEVER, THE PART NEEDED FOR THE RECALL REPAIR WAS NOT YET AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. WOODLANDS PREMIUM…

Feb 19, 2020 · Power train
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 BMW K 1600 GT. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTIFICATION UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V692000 (POWER TRAIN) HOWEVER, THE PART NEEDED FOR THE REPAIR WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE CONTACT CALLED…

Dec 2, 2019 · Unknown or other
THIS MOTORCYCLE HAS A RECALL THAT HAS BEEN IN PLACE FOR OVER TWO MONTHS WITHOUT REPAIRS IDENTIFIED. IT IS RELATED WITH PARTS IN THE TRANSMISSION NOT BUILD TO THE RIGHT SPECIFICATIONS. POTENTIAL OUTCOME WOULD BE A LOCKED REAR WHEEL WHILE TRAVELING

Nov 5, 2019 · Power train · 1,500 miles
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 BMW K 1600 GT MOTORCYCLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE GEAR DID NOT SHIFT WITHOUT WARNING. ALSO, THE STEERING DID NOT ALLOW THE VEHICLE TO MOVE IN A STRAIGHT LINE. THE VEHICLE VEERED LEFT WHEN IT WAS TURNED RIGHT. THERE WAS NO WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO BMW…

Jun 1, 2019 · Unknown or other · 3,100 miles
WHEN STARTING ENGINE FROM A STATIONARY POSITION, WHILE IN NEUTRAL, THE THROTTLE GETS STUCK REVVING AT APPROXIMATELY 2000 RPM. CANT SHIFT OUT OF NEUTRAL OR DECELERATE/ACELERATE THROTTLE. THIS HAS HAPPENED ON MULTIPLE OCCASIONS.AFTER SEVERAL ATTEMPTS OF TURNING ON/OFF THE MAIN SWITCH,AND ROCKINING THE BIKE BACK…

K 1600 GT model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints
2015	0	1
2016	0	4
2017	2	0
2018	2	5
2019	3	2
2020	3	0
2021	1	0

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Questions

Does the 2018 BMW K 1600 GT have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2018 BMW K 1600 GT, the most recent reported on April 2, 2026 (Power train: manual transmission, seals/gaskets). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2018 BMW K 1600 GT?: Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is power train (3 complaints), followed by unknown or other (2).
How many 2018 BMW K 1600 GT complaints mention a crash or fire?: 0 of 5 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 2 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received August 4, 2020.