Recall 19V692000: 2018–2020 BMW K1600B, 2017–2020 BMW K 1600 GT, 2018–2020 BMW K 1600 GTL

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

Report date
Oct 1, 2019
Vehicles affected
4,672
Models
3
Initiated by
Manufacturer

The problem

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2017-2020 K 1600 GT and 2018-2020 K 1600 GTL and K 1600 B motorcycles. Certain transmission parts may not have been produced to the appropriate hardness level. This could affect the function of the transmission, possibly causing double engagement of two gears and/or the damage of transmission parts.

The risk

Double gear engagement or transmission damage can cause the rear wheel to lock up, affecting the vehicle stability and increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the shift forks, the selector sleeve of 5th/6th gear and the gear wheel of 6th gear, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk was mailed November 1, 2019. A second letter will be sent once the remedy is available. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Affected vehicles

  • 2018 BMW K1600B
  • 2019 BMW K1600B
  • 2020 BMW K1600B
  • 2017 BMW K 1600 GT
  • 2018 BMW K 1600 GT
  • 2019 BMW K 1600 GT
  • 2020 BMW K 1600 GT
  • 2018 BMW K 1600 GTL
  • 2019 BMW K 1600 GTL
  • 2020 BMW K 1600 GTL

Details

NHTSA campaign
19V692000
Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
Owner letters
Mar 11, 2020
Components
Power train:manual transmission (Transmission & Drivetrain)

Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.

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