2022 BMW K1600B recalls and problems

The 2022 BMW K1600B has 1 recall and 3 owner complaints on file with NHTSA; the most reported problem area is steering.

How the 2022 compares
Fewest complaintsMost complaints

High complaint count among 7 K1600B model years — 3rd most.

1recalls
3complaints
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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Recalls apply to specific vehicles. Only a VIN lookup on NHTSA's official site shows whether yours is affected and still unrepaired.
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1 recall

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.

Recall text as published by NHTSA and the manufacturer.

What owners complain about

Steering2
Power Train1
Suspension1
Unknown or other1

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA; one complaint can name several areas. Not verified by NHTSA.

2022 vs. other BMW K1600B years

2018: 44 complaints2018442019: 8 complaints20192020: 1 complaints20202022: 3 complaints20222023: 2 complaints20232024: 1 complaints20242025: 1 complaints20251

Owner complaints by model year; the darker bar is the 2022. Click a bar to switch year.

Questions

Does the 2022 BMW K1600B have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign covering the 2022 BMW K1600B, 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 2022 BMW K1600B?

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA most often mention steering (2), power train (1), suspension (1). Complaints are consumer reports and are not verified by NHTSA.