Strong scent of fuel odor. Plastic elbow connectors is the culprit . This is the 2nd time this bike went in for Fuel leak problem. 1st time it went in the Bmw service bike was at 19,500 miles went in for fuel leak recall. They said they fixed it but 300+ miles later at 19,800 miles it started a fuel leak again. This time bmw charge me to fix the fuel leak issue. Should have been part of the fuel leak recall issue.
The worst 2012 BMW K 1600 GTL problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
Problems by type
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- Fuel system10
- Electrical8
- Steering7
- Engine5
- Lights4
- Transmission3
- Acceleration2
- Suspension2
- Wheels2
- Visibility1
Specific symptoms reported on the 2012 BMW K 1600 GTL
Recalls 4
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Risk
- A fuel leak, in the presence of an ignition source, may result in a fire.
- Remedy
- 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.
Recall number 21V060000 · Recall details
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump
- What is wrong
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2009-2011 K1300 (S, GT), 2010-2011 S1000 RR, 2005-2011 R1200 (GS, GS Adventure, R, RT, S, ST), 2006-2010 HP2 (Enduro, Megamoto, Sport), 2005-2008 K1200 (R, R Sport, S, GT), and 2012 K1600 (GT, GTL) motorcycles that were repaired under recall 13V‑617 with the support ring remedy and where the fuel pump was not replaced at a later date. This recall involves the fuel pump, and also the auxiliary fuel pump as applicable. The affected motorcycles have a fuel pump flange that may crack, possibly resulting in a fuel leak while the engine is running.
- Risk
- A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump(s) with an improved version, free of charge. The recall began January 18, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1‑800‑525‑7417.
Recall number 20V471000 · Recall details
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump
- What is wrong
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2005-2011 model year R-model motorcycles, model year 2005-2012 K-model motorcycles, model year 2010-2011 S 1000 model motorcycles, and model year 2006-2010 HP2 motorcycles. In the affected motorcycles, the fuel pump flange (and the auxiliary fuel pump flange if equipped) could develop cracks and leak fuel.
- Risk
- A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.
- Remedy
- BMW will notify owners, and dealers will either reinforce the fuel pump flange or replace the pump, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on April 16, 2014. Owners may contact BMW customer relations at 1‑800‑525‑7417 or email BMW at [email protected].
Recall number 13V617000 · Recall details
Engine
- What is wrong
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2012 K1600 GT and K1600 GTL motorcycles. In certain riding conditions, an incorrect throttle valve control signal may be received by the engine control unit, limiting the engine speed.
- Risk
- As a result of the reduced engine speed, the engine could stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- BMW will notify owners, and dealers will update the throttle control software, free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin in December 2013. Owners may contact BMW customer relations at 1‑800‑525‑7417 or email BMW at [email protected].
Recall number 13V526000 · Recall details
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Defect investigations
Fuel Leak - Motorycle
ODI began investigating this issue after owners of model year (MY) 2004-2011 R-series BMW motorcycles reported incidents of pressurized fuel leakage from the fuel pump flange.Some owners first became aware of the problem when their pant leg was fuel-soaked.Prior to opening our initial investigation on November 16, 2012, BMW had concluded that the small number of warranty claims and owner reports did not indicate the existence of a safety defect trend.However, during the course of responding to our information requests, BMW re-examined its data and decided to conduct a recall (13V‑617) of the subject motorcycles.In conducting recall 13V‑617, BMW voluntarily expanded the scope of affected vehicles from ODI'soriginal scope, MY2005-2008 R-series motorcycles, to include the primary and auxiliary fuel pumps on all MY 2005-2011 R-series, MY 2005-2011 K12&13 models, MY 2010-2011 RR models, and the MY 2012 K1600 motorcycles.The total number of motorcycles subject to this recalled is 50,184.The 55 reports cited in this investigation can be viewed at: http://www-odi.the federal safety agency.dot.gov/owners/Searchreference under the following complaint identification numbers:10485789,10449393,10521322,10475150,10435325,10493015,10471642, 10448216,10488899,10356156,10433733,10442023,10492342,10435968, 10492961,10504324,10485882,10433013,10453738,10474390,10417320, 10485276,10444876,10508150,10485807,10492118,10491835,10425962, 10430734,10488652,10485274,10493320,10522421,10399423,10443840, 10448325,10490417,10485452,10433589,10467136,10420291,10503806, 10532145,10523763,10523626,10425514,10354202,10437222,10444742, 10454834,10532172,10487624,10435984,10452476, 10485337
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Technical service bulletins for the 2012 BMW K 1600 GTL 30
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...
- BMW Motorrad USA has become aware of a potential durability issue with the film type fuel level sender...
- 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.?
- BMW Motorrad has ascertained that Keyless Ride radio keys produced before March 28, 2014 have faulty software
- 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
What 2012 BMW K 1600 GTL owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Motorcycle has 45000miles and the transmission started to stutter in 4th gear, the symptoms match the recalled transmission for 2017 bmw k1600. This is very dangerous and in 4th gear the vehicle is traveling at around 50mph, when applying throttle the whole bike bucks and becomes unstable
Greetings.  I was notified earlier this year of a recall on my bike.  The recall was issued in February, 2021 for a safety issue with the fuel pump.  While my dealer has been very understanding and responsive, I am told the part is not available and they have no idea when they will be able to repair this important safety defect.  It has now been over 8 months since the recall and there is no information about the required repair.  I am growing concerned about the safety issue with this situation and would like to know when I can expect the part to be available so that my personal safety is not at risk.  Please advise.  Thanks. the federal safety agency Recall Number21V060
Dealer has not received ANY parts to repair this and cannot provide a date when they expect to receive them.
The contact owns a 2012 BMW K-1600. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency 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 vehicle was taken to the dealer and it was confirmed that the part was not yet available. The manufacturer was notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 bmw k 1600 gtl. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 21v060000 (fuel system, gasoline). The contact called bmw motorcycles of greater cincinnati (140 n verity pkwy, middletown, oh 45042) where an appointment was scheduled to have the vehicle serviced however, he was called three days prior to the appointment and was informed that the parts were on backorder and not yet available. The contact also called tom wood powersports indy (3400 e 96th st, indianapolis, in 46240) who also informed him that the parts were on backorder. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was nor made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 bmw k 1600 gtl. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 21v060000 (fuel system, gasoline) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact called bmw motorcycles southeast michigan (14855 sheldon rd, plymouth, mi 48170, (734) 453-0500) where it was confirmed that the part was not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
This bike leaks the pressureized gasoline from the fuel pump flange spraying the gasoline on top of the engien and leaking down to area of exhaust pipes causing very huge change of fire. We found the recall number 13v‑617 for this particular problem from the federal safety agency:s website but nobody from bmw or hhtsa conforms that this recall is implemented. Nobody knows anything about it. The bike is imopareble now and causes huge risk if operated in the condition it is now. Could you please tell if and when above recall happens? Can we be compensated if we fix the bike by ourselves. We are motorcycle delaer and this bike is in our bikes for sale inventory.
When motorcycle is turned on, gas starts gushing out. I researched the issue with my year/make/model and there has been multiple complaints from others about the exact same thing occurring. Motorcycle was stationary on it's side-stand.
Fuel pump failure; gas was gushing ( approx. One-half liter in 2 minutes out of bottom of motorcycle on to very hot exhaust pipe. Very lucky bike did not ignite gas that was leaking due to faulty fuel pump.bike was in motion on city street (greenfield and baseline; gilbert, az 85234 at 1;00pm). Turned off bike pushed to parking lot and then moved bike to storage area.
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Questions about the 2012 BMW K 1600 GTL
Is the 2012 BMW K 1600 GTL reliable?
Owners have filed 33 complaints about the 2012 BMW K 1600 GTL, 11.0 times a typical K 1600 GTL model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2012 BMW K 1600 GTL?
Fuel and propulsion system, with 10 complaints, typically around 16,000 miles. Next is electrical (8).
How many recalls does the 2012 BMW K 1600 GTL have?
4 recalls, covering fuel system, gasoline and engine.
Was there a recall on the 2012 BMW K 1600 GTL fuel system?
Yes, 3 recalls: 21V060000, 20V471000, 13V617000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
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