Does the 2013 BMW K 1600 GTL have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2013 BMW K 1600 GTL, 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 GTL?

Owners have filed 7 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is fuel/propulsion system (4 complaints), followed by engine (1).

How many 2013 BMW K 1600 GTL 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.

2013 BMW K 1600 GTL recalls and problems

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

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.

2013 BMW K 1600 GTL 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.

Fuel/propulsion system4
Engine1
Fuel system, gasoline1
Power train1
Steering1
Wheels1

What owners report

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

Oct 1, 2022 · Engine
BMW K1600 GTL 2013 have the same issues that lates model, engine a lot noise and clank engine, unstable when you raided up 70 mph, really dangerous. Have to be responsable and do recalls in all those motorcycles. Thanks.

Jan 3, 2022 · Fuel/propulsion system
On December 26, 2021, I purchased a used BMW K1600 GTL from a private party near Houston, TX. I then proceeded to drive the motorcycle to my home located just north of Dallas, TX. The motorcycle exhibited no issues and ran perfectly. Two days later as I was driving it to get the title and registration put into my…

Sep 28, 2021 · Fuel system, gasoline
The contact owns a 2013 BMW K1600 GTL. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V060000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) 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 dealer was…

Jul 12, 2021 · Fuel/propulsion system
Fuel pump replacement recall due to potential fire hazard was issued April 8, 2021. There are no parts being made available to dealers to make the repair. It has been over 3-months and per discussion with the BMW customer service there is no information as to when parts will be available. This is not being remedied in…

Jul 2, 2021 · Fuel/propulsion system
The dealer has been unable to make a repair in a reasonable time. I called my dealer in May at Moon Motorsports in Monticello, MN to schedule an appointment for Recall Campaign No. 21V-060. They said replacements for this recall have been backordered. I called again today (July 2) to get an update. He said there are…

K 1600 GTL model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Fires
2011	1	0	0
2012	4	33	0
2013	1	7	0
2014	1	7	1
2015	0	1	0
2016	0	3	0

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Questions

Does the 2013 BMW K 1600 GTL have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2013 BMW K 1600 GTL, 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 GTL?: Owners have filed 7 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is fuel/propulsion system (4 complaints), followed by engine (1).
How many 2013 BMW K 1600 GTL 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 October 1, 2022.