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2011 BMW K1300 GT problems

The most common problem on the 2011 BMW K1300 GT is fuel and propulsion system. It has fewer complaints than a typical K1300 GT model year.

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Year score
94/100
Owner complaints
1
Recalls
3
Service bulletins
13
Worst area
Fuel system

The worst 2011 BMW K1300 GT problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

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  • Fuel system
    1

Recalls 3

Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pumpReported August 10, 2020 · 16,926 vehicles affected
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 pumpReported December 12, 2013 · 50,184 vehicles affected
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

Suspension: rearReported October 8, 2010 · 11,826 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Bmw is recalling certain model year 2005-2011 motorcycles. The bearings could be subject to corrosion. This could lead to reduced movement of the link lever.
Risk
This could affect the handling of the motorcycle increasing the risk a driver may lose control of the vehicle resulting in a crash.
Remedy
Bmw will notify owners and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during march 2011. Owners may contact bmw at 1‑800‑525‑7417.

Recall number 10V488000 · Recall details

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Defect investigations

Fuel Leak - MotorycleOpened July 12, 2013, closed January 31, 2014

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 2011 BMW K1300 GT 13

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

See all 13 bulletins for the 2011 BMW K1300 GT

What 2011 BMW K1300 GT owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Jun 22, 2011 · Fuel system · 4,000 miles · TX

2009 bmw 1200 gs, fuel gauge not working correctly, indicates that it has fuel but it runs out, very dangerous on a motorcycle, stops running in traffic, bmw has worked on it 4 times and it keeps breaking.

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Questions about the 2011 BMW K1300 GT

Is the 2011 BMW K1300 GT reliable?

Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2011 BMW K1300 GT, fewer than a typical K1300 GT model year.

What is the 2011 BMW K1300 GT year score?

The 2011 BMW K1300 GT scores 94 out of 100 (good). The score compares it with the other model years of the BMW K1300 GT: 75 is a typical year, 50 means twice the usual complaints, and serious complaints and recalls lower it.

What is the most common problem with the 2011 BMW K1300 GT?

Fuel and propulsion system, with 1 complaint.

How many recalls does the 2011 BMW K1300 GT have?

3 recalls, covering fuel system, gasoline and suspension.

Was there a recall on the 2011 BMW K1300 GT fuel system?

Yes, 2 recalls: 20V471000, 13V617000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

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