Vehicle safety recalls · NHTSA

2025 BMW K 1600 GT recalls (2)

2 NHTSA safety recalls cover the 2025 BMW K 1600 GT. Every recall repair is free at any BMW dealer.

2recalls

0owner complaints

3+service bulletins

0do-not-drive / park-outside

Is yours affected? Recalls cover ranges of VINs, not every 2025 BMW K 1600 GT. Check your K 1600 GT by VIN and confirm open recalls at NHTSA.gov.

Every 2025 BMW K 1600 GT recall

Each campaign as NHTSA published it: what is wrong, what can happen, and the fix. Newest first.

Power Train · NHTSA 26V214000
Apr 2, 2026Power Train:Manual Transmission:Seals/Gaskets
Problem
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.
Fix
Dealers will replace the reverse gear control unit, free of charge. Letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed May 28, 2026. A second letter will be mailed once the remedy is available. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning May 25, 2026.
Full recall details for 26V214000 →
Communication · NHTSA 25V480000
Jul 25, 2025Communication: Auto Crash Notification
Problem
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2025 F 900 GS, F 800 GS, R 1300 GS Adventure, R 1300 GS, S 1000 RR, S 1000 R, and K 1600 GT vehicles equipped with the optional emergency call system. The emergency call system (eCall) may have been deactivated due to a software programming error.
Risk
In an emergency, first responders may not receive notification of the crash or emergency location, increasing the risk of injury to riders.
Fix
The electronic control unit software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters are scheduled to be mailed September 12, 2025. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Full recall details for 25V480000 →

2025 BMW K 1600 GT complaints and service bulletins

BMW has issued at least 3 technical service bulletins (repair instructions to dealers) for this model year. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is the manufacturer’s admission of a safety defect.

Service bulletins by component

Electrical System (2)
Power Train (1)
Suspension (1)

Check your K 1600 GT by VIN

Not every 2025 BMW K 1600 GT is in every recall. Enter your 17-character VIN to see the recalls on record for your exact vehicle, then confirm which are still open at NHTSA.gov or with any BMW dealer.

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2025 BMW K 1600 GT recalls (2)

2 NHTSA safety recalls cover the 2025 BMW K 1600 GT. Every recall repair is free at any BMW dealer.

2recalls

0owner complaints

3+service bulletins

0do-not-drive / park-outside

Is yours affected? Recalls cover ranges of VINs, not every 2025 BMW K 1600 GT. Check your K 1600 GT by VIN and confirm open recalls at NHTSA.gov.

Every 2025 BMW K 1600 GT recall

Each campaign as NHTSA published it: what is wrong, what can happen, and the fix. Newest first.

Power Train · NHTSA 26V214000

Apr 2, 2026Power Train:Manual Transmission:Seals/Gaskets

Problem: 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.
Fix: Dealers will replace the reverse gear control unit, free of charge. Letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed May 28, 2026. A second letter will be mailed once the remedy is available. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning May 25, 2026.

Full recall details for 26V214000 →

Communication · NHTSA 25V480000

Jul 25, 2025Communication: Auto Crash Notification

Problem: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2025 F 900 GS, F 800 GS, R 1300 GS Adventure, R 1300 GS, S 1000 RR, S 1000 R, and K 1600 GT vehicles equipped with the optional emergency call system. The emergency call system (eCall) may have been deactivated due to a software programming error.
Risk: In an emergency, first responders may not receive notification of the crash or emergency location, increasing the risk of injury to riders.
Fix: The electronic control unit software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters are scheduled to be mailed September 12, 2025. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Full recall details for 25V480000 →