2010 BMW K1300 GT Electrical system Problems
- Complaints
- 7about this part
- Share
- 41%of 17 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 20,738miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 7 complaints about the electrical system of the 2010 BMW K1300 GT, 41% of the 17 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 20,738 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“My switches, right&left, both failed for the 2nd time in about 3 years. My right side switch failed while I was riding my bike, causing its stalling! So above and beyond the switch issues, the stalling issue is the most annoying as that can directly effect your safety. I think a couple k1300s drivers have reported crashes because of it. That is certainly nothing to be downplayed. You know why reports are coming out now that Bmw is finally looking into the problem? …”
NHTSA complaint #10575388, filed 2014-03, 36,000 miles“The switches on the right handlebar, for the emergency engine off/engine-start functions failed! As a result engine dangerously stalled while in motion(almost crashed my bike), luckily I was traveling at only 30mph.”
NHTSA complaint #10565121, filed 2014-02, 24,000 miles“Appalled to discover that even the reputable Bmw no longer stands behind its products! About 3 years after the initial purchase (brand new) from an authorized Bmw dealer, rode my Bmw for the 1st time, on a rainy day. The next day, before leaving my garage(I always parked this bike in a covered garage) I noticed that the right turn signal was not functioning. The 4 way signal/hazard was ok though. One week later, while riding it for the 2nd time in rain, I've noticed that there was no response from the horn, left & right turn signals, electrical windshield, cruise ctrl. …”
NHTSA complaint #10564277, filed 2014-02, 6,500 miles“Left handle bar multifunction switch is malfunctioning again. This is the second switch on this bike. The right turn signal will not operate and the windshield will not retract. This is an ongoing problem with these bikes. When you expect the turn signal to be operating and it doesn't it can cause an accident. Also when you want the windshield to retract when it is rain streaked and your visibility is blocked, it can also cause an accident.”
NHTSA complaint #10569227, filed 2014-03, 20,738 miles“Engine has stalled numerous times since new. Third time in for this problem in a year. This condition creates a serious safety hazard. If it worsens, it will substantially impair the use or value of my motorcycle. Occurs with clutch in or out, in gear & in neutral. Happens at idle & at various speeds up to 50 MPH. Happens as soon as after five minutes of riding or after an hour of riding. Happens with one or two riders.”
NHTSA complaint #10456682, filed 2012-04, 480 milesRelated service bulletins
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- 10204667Sep 20, 2021One of the following situations can occur when connecting to BN2000 motorcycles: 1. The installed control units cannot be found when reading out with ISTA. 2. Control units…
- 10182619Oct 1, 2020Discharged Battery Energy Diagnosis Must Be Performed: The electrical system of BMW vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few years. This has…
- 10147121Feb 1, 2015Within the framework of quality monitoring, BMW Motorrad has ascertained that sporadic hot-starting faults have affected some of these motorcycles. When the hot engine is cranked…
Electrical system: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 7 | 41% |
| 2009 | 3 | 6% |
Other parts of the 2010 BMW K1300 GT
5 complaintsExterior lighting
3 complaintsBrakes
2 complaintsEngine cooling
2 complaintsBody and structure
2 complaintsEngine
1 complaintsSuspension
1 complaintsVehicle speed control
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2010 BMW K1300 GT
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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