Every 2012 BMW K 1600 GTL recall
Each campaign as NHTSA published it: what is wrong, what can happen, and the fix. Newest first.
Fuel System, Gasoline · NHTSA 21V060000
Aug 2, 2021Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Fuel Pump
- Problem
- 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.
- Fix
- 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.
Full recall details for 21V060000 →Fuel System, Gasoline · NHTSA 20V471000
Oct 8, 2020Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Fuel Pump
- Problem
- 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.
- Fix
- 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.
Full recall details for 20V471000 →Fuel System, Gasoline · NHTSA 13V617000
Dec 12, 2013Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Fuel Pump
- Problem
- 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.
- Fix
- 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 CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.
Full recall details for 13V617000 →Vehicle Speed Control · NHTSA 13V526000
Oct 25, 2013Vehicle Speed Control
- Problem
- 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.
- Fix
- 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 CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.
Full recall details for 13V526000 →
2012 BMW K 1600 GTL complaints and service bulletins
Owners filed 33 complaints with NHTSA about the 2012 BMW K 1600 GTL. BMW has issued at least 30 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.
Most-reported components
- Electrical System8
- Steering7
- Fuel/Propulsion System6
- Engine4
- Exterior Lighting4
- Fuel System, Gasoline4
Service bulletins by component
- Electrical System (12)
- Equipment (7)
- Engine (5)
- Engine and Engine Cooling (3)
- Exterior Lighting (3)
- Fuel System, Gasoline (3)
Read BMW K 1600 GTL owner complaints and bulletins, every year
NHTSA defect investigations covering the 2012 BMW K 1600 GTL
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation lists this model year in one investigation. An investigation is not a recall; it is how NHTSA decides whether one is needed.
What people reported
Owners have filed 33 complaints with NHTSA about the 2012 BMW K 1600 GTL. A few in their own words, shortened. Complaints are unverified and are not proof of a defect or of any recall.
“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.”
2012 BMW K 1600 GTLSep 16, 2025
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11687646
“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”
2012 BMW K 1600 GTLMar 26, 2024
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11579464
“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.”
2012 BMW K 1600 GTLOct 29, 2021
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11438710
“Dealer has not received ANY parts to repair this and cannot provide a date when they expect to receive them.”
2012 BMW K 1600 GTLJul 14, 2021
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11424777
“The contact owns a 2012 BMW K-1600. The contact received notification of NHTSA 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.”
2012 BMW K 1600 GTLJun 28, 2021
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11422557
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