2025 BMW K 1600 GT recalls and problems

The 2025 BMW K 1600 GT has 2 recalls and 0 owner complaints on file with NHTSA.

How the 2025 compares

Too few model years with complaints to compare.

2recalls

0complaints

0crashes

0fires

0injuries

—median miles

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, not verified and not adjusted for sales. Ranking compares this model's own years only.

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2 recalls

Power Train

Apr 2, 2026 · NHTSA campaign 26V214000 · 9,160 vehicles

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.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the reverse gear control unit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 30, 2026. 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.

Communication

Jul 25, 2025 · NHTSA campaign 25V480000 · 33 vehicles

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.

Remedy

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.

Recall text as published by NHTSA and the manufacturer.

2025 vs. other BMW K 1600 GT years

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Questions

Does the 2025 BMW K 1600 GT have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns covering the 2025 BMW K 1600 GT, the latest from Apr 2, 2026 (power train). A recall applies to specific vehicles: enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours is affected and still open.

What are the most common problems with the 2025 BMW K 1600 GT?

Few complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2025 BMW K 1600 GT.