BMW K 1300 S problems by model year

Updated Oct 11, 2026 from NHTSA data · How we count

NHTSA has 2 owner complaints and 5 recalls on file for the BMW K 1300 S (2009–2014).

Complaints: 2
Recalls: 5
Model years: 6
Worst year: —

Complaints by model year

NHTSA complaints per BMW K 1300 S model year. Click a bar for details.

Newer model years have had less time on the road, so they naturally have fewer complaints. Compare a year against its neighbors rather than against brand-new models.

Every BMW K 1300 S model year

Year	Complaints	Recalls	Top problem
2014 K 1300 S	0	1	—
2013 K 1300 S	0	1	—
2012 K 1300 S	0	2	—
2011 K 1300 S	2	4	Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
2010 K 1300 S	0	3	—
2009 K 1300 S	0	3	—

Most common BMW K 1300 S problem areas (all years)

Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
2 complaints

BMW K 1300 S recalls

Recall 21V060000Feb 8, 202120,963 vehiclesModel years 2011–2014
Risk: A fuel leak, in the presence of an ignition source, may result in a fire.
Recall 20V471000Aug 10, 202016,926 vehiclesModel years 2009–2011
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Recall 15V141000Mar 11, 201543,426 vehiclesModel years 2009–2011
Risk: If the rear wheel mounting flange cracks, the mounting bolts may loosen and the rear wheel may not remain secured to the motorcycle, causing a loss of stability and increasing the risk of a crash.
Recall 13V617000Dec 12, 201350,184 vehiclesModel years 2009–2011
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.
Recall 12V487000Oct 5, 20122,483 vehiclesModel years 2012
Risk: Brake fluid that foams could lead to a reduced braking capability of the front brake system, possibly resulting in a crash.

Other BMW models

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology