The worst 2023 BMW K 1600 GTL problems
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Recalls 1
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
Technical service bulletins for the 2023 BMW K 1600 GTL 9
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- After quality inspection it has been found that the reverser control unit PN 61 35 8 524 078 was installed...
- After close inspection it has been found that the Hose clamp on the fuel line may be insufficiently...
- On affected vehicles, a clamp on the fuel hose (quick coupling connector to the fuel pump) can happen to...
- After close inspection it has been found there was an issue during production of the suspension strut that...
- Due to a manufacturing fault, the proportional valve within the suspension strut may come loose over its...
- The electrical system of BMW vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few...
- BMW AG has requested the inspection of all dealer stock of the following part number(s) listed below to...
- Due to a hardware change to the angular rate sensor, certain sub functions will not be active until after...
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Is the 2023 BMW K 1600 GTL reliable?
Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 2023 BMW K 1600 GTL.
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How many recalls does the 2023 BMW K 1600 GTL have?
1 recall, covering power train.
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