Tl* the contact owns a 2018 bmw k-1600 gt. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency 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 motorcycles (198 ed english dr, shenandoah, tx 77385) was contacted and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available. *bf
The worst 2018 BMW K 1600 GT problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
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- Steering1
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Recalls 2
Power train: manual transmission: seals/gaskets
- What is wrong
- 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.
- 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. Owner notification letters were mailed October 30, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1‑800‑525‑7417. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on beginning May 25, 2026.
Recall number 26V214000 · Recall details
Power train: manual transmission
- What is wrong
- 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.
- 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.
Recall number 19V692000 · Recall details
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Defect investigations
Steering Oscillation
The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened investigation PE19-002 on March 25, 2019. This investigation was opened based on six consumer complaints alleging 2018 and 2019 BMW K-1600 motorcycles were unstable at highway speeds and that the instability was exacerbated while in traffic.ODI opened the PE to determine the severity and frequency associated with the alleged defect.In response to an ODI Information Request (IR) letter, BMW submitted a total of 20 complaints, 15 field reports and 5 warranty claims. Although the subject vehicles of the investigation include 2018 and 2019 model years, all the complaints, warranty and field reports submitted by BMW were on the 2018 MY bikes.BMW stated in its response that it did not have any complaints, warranty or field reports for the 2019 MY K 1600 series. Since opening the PE, ODI has received an additional six consumer complaints related to this investigation.In July 2019, ODI met with BMW at its New Jersey facility to see a presentation and then follow (in a trailing vehicle) a BMW rider on a subject bike. The purpose of the trailing exercise was to observe how the motorcycle handled on various road types and traffic conditions. During this demonstration the ODI investigator witnessed some instability or ?wobble? that was aggravated when passing large trucks. There were, however, no lane departures experienced by the subject vehicle?s rider during the trailing event. The ODI investigator was unable to fully determine the safety impact of the observed phenomena.In addition to witnessing the BMW rider demonstration in New Jersey, ODI interviewed complainants who allege their bikes felt unsafe and were dangerous above 55 mph. To better understand the safety impact described by consumers and quantifiably measure the level of instability experienced, ODI has decided to upgrade the investigation to an Engineering Analysis (EA). As part of the EA, ODI will conduct an analysis of the subject motorcycle?s geometry, suspension and other characteristics as well as conduct stability testing. ODI will have the subject motorcycle tested at the federal safety agency's Vehicle Research Testing Center (VRTC) under controlled conditions to both quantifiably and subjectively measure the subject motorcycle?s stability. VRTC will obtain the subject vehicle(s) for evaluation and testing.These tests will be performed by professional riders to learn if they experience riding discomfort they feel is unsafe and gauge if the ?wobble? condition presents a safety concern.An Engineering Analysis (EA19-003) has been opened to examine and better understand the severity of the alleged defect.The ODI reports cited above can be reviewed at: http://www-odi.the federal safety agency.dot.gov/owners/Searchreference using the following complaint identification numbers: 11098821, 11111044, 11111232, 11128491, 11149745, 11166420, 11191569, 11194573, 11208774, 11219239, 11246011, 11257720
PE19002
Technical service bulletins for the 2018 BMW K 1600 GT 18
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- The electrical system of BMW vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few...
- Due to a hardware change to the angular rate sensor, certain sub functions will not be active until after...
- Due to a hardware change to the angular rate sensor, a specific function "Front Wheel Lift Detection" of...
- Coolant is leaking from under the car which is equipped with the N63 engine
- General Electric Systems.
- Emission Control Information.?
- When diagnosing fault codes (0x3A13D7, 0x3A13D9), technicians erroneously condemn the electronic throttle...
- The bike does not shut down with a short press of the keyless ride button
- The hill start control operation may be sporadic.
- Customer complains about an operating failure on the left or right multifunction switch.
What 2018 BMW K 1600 GT owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Tl* the contact owns a 2018 bmw k 1600 gt. The contact received a recall notification under the federal safety agency 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 bloodworth motorcycle dealer, (288 white bridge pike, nashville, tn 37209) and was informed part was not available. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tools conformed part not available.
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
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 motorcycles of concord (925‑954‑4121, located at 1240 willow pass rd, concord, ca 94520) where a software update was performed on the gear system. The contact was informed that the steering performed as designed. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and the contact was not called back. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 1,500. The VIN was unknown.
When starting engine from a stationary position, while in neutral, the throttle gets stuck revving at approximately 2000 RPM. Can’t 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 and forth the issue sometime goes away ...bike has 3100 miles on it
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Questions about the 2018 BMW K 1600 GT
Is the 2018 BMW K 1600 GT reliable?
Owners have filed 5 complaints about the 2018 BMW K 1600 GT, 1.3 times a typical K 1600 GT model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2018 BMW K 1600 GT?
Transmission and drivetrain, with 3 complaints. Next is steering (1).
How many recalls does the 2018 BMW K 1600 GT have?
2 recalls, covering power train.
Was there a recall on the 2018 BMW K 1600 GT transmission?
Yes, 2 recalls: 26V214000, 19V692000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
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