2018 BMW K 1600 GT Problems
- Complaints
- 5filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 3,100miles, 3 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 2campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2018 BMW K 1600 GT (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 5 consumer complaints for the 2018 BMW K 1600 GT. The part named most often is transmission and drivetrain, with 3 complaints (60% of the total), followed by other or unknown (2) and steering (1). 3 of the complaints include a mileage, and 100% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 3,100 miles. Of all complaints, 2 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns and 18 technical service bulletins for this model year. Transmission and drivetrain complaints overlap with 2 recall campaigns covering the seals/gaskets and 1 technical service bulletin filed under the same part.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Other or unknown2 40%
- Steering1 20%
Example complaints
Other or unknown: “When starting engine from a stationary position, while in neutral, the throttle gets stuck revving at approximately 2000 RPM. Can’t shift out of neutral or decelerate/acelerate throttle. This has happened on multiple occasions.after several attempts of turning on/off the main switch,and rockining the bike back and forth the issue sometime goes away ...bike has 3100 miles on it”
NHTSA complaint #11217292, filed 2019-06, 3,100 milesMileage when problems were reported
100% of the 3 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 1,500 and 9,569 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Recalls and investigations
- 26V214000Apr 2, 2026Power train › Manual transmission › Seals/gasketsCovers: BMW K 1600 GT 2017–2025, K 1600 GTL 2017–2025, K1600B 2017–2025
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…
- 19V692000Oct 1, 2019Power train › Manual transmissionCovers: BMW K 1600 GT 2017–2020, K 1600 GTL 2018–2020, K1600B 2018–2020
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…
Recall details for the 2018 BMW K 1600 GT → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
NHTSA investigations
- PE19002Steering OscillationClosed · Mar 25, 2019
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 18 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 10249027Jan 11, 2024Electrical system. The electrical system of BMW vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few years. This has led to increased demands being placed on the battery. This document covers…
- 10230742Dec 8, 2022Wheels. Due to a hardware change to the angular rate sensor, certain sub functions will not be active until after a software update.
- 10218352Jul 26, 2022Electrical system. Due to a hardware change to the angular rate sensor, a specific function "Front Wheel Lift Detection" of the Pro Driving Modes is not activated.
- 10218366Jun 1, 2022Engine cooling. Coolant is leaking from under the car which is equipped with the N63 engine. A low coolant warning might also be displayed (CC Message ID166).
- 10214996May 6, 2022Electrical system. General Electric Systems.
- 10212064Apr 26, 2022Engine cooling. Emission Control Information.?
- 10201170Jul 13, 2021Electrical system. When diagnosing fault codes (0x3A13D7, 0x3A13D9), technicians erroneously condemn the electronic throttle grip, which analyses show is rarely the culprit.
- 10200269Jun 17, 2021Electrical system. The bike does not shut down with a short press of the keyless ride button. The keyless Ride button must be pressed for several seconds to shut the bike down
- 10200500May 1, 2021Engine cooling. The hill start control operation may be sporadic.
- 10149274May 1, 2017Transmission and drivetrain, Equipment. Customer complains about an operating failure on the left or right multifunction switch.
Other model years of the BMW K 1600 GT
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 5 | 3,100 | 2 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2013 | 7 | 13,048 | 1 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2012 | 10 | 24,250 | 4 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2018 BMW K 1600 GT have?
NHTSA recorded 5 consumer complaints for the 2018 BMW K 1600 GT as of Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2018 BMW K 1600 GT is reported most often?
Transmission and drivetrain is named most often, in 3 complaints (60% of the total), followed by other or unknown with 2.
Has the 2018 BMW K 1600 GT been recalled?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
At what mileage are problems with the 2018 BMW K 1600 GT reported?
Among the 3 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 3,100 miles and the middle half falls between 1,500 and 9,569 miles; 100% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.