The 2012 BMW K 1600 Gt has 4 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 90,548 vehicles. Recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer. Owners have filed 14 complaints with NHTSA, most often about the fuel system, gasoline. Last updated July 5, 2026.
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2011-2014 S 1000 RR/R/ HP4, R 1200 GS/GS Adventure/R/RT, K 1300 S, K 1600 GT/GTL/GTL Exclusive and 2014 R nine T motorcycles. The fuel pump, and auxiliary fuel pump in certain models, may crack and leak fuel during vehicle operation.
Consequence
A fuel leak, in the presence of an ignition source, may result in a fire.
Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began March 17, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2009-2011 K1300 (S, GT), 2010-2011 S1000 RR, 2005-2011 R1200 (GS, GS Adventure, R, RT, S, ST), 2006-2010 HP2 (Enduro, Megamoto, Sport), 2005-2008 K1200 (R, R Sport, S, GT), and 2012 K1600 (GT, GTL) motorcycles that were repaired under recall 13V-617 with the…
Consequence
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump(s) with an improved version, free of charge. The recall began January 18, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2005-2011 model year R-model motorcycles, model year 2005-2012 K-model motorcycles, model year 2010-2011 S 1000 model motorcycles, and model year 2006-2010 HP2 motorcycles. In the affected motorcycles, the fuel pump flange (and the auxiliary fuel pump…
Consequence
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.
Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will either reinforce the fuel pump flange or replace the pump, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on April 16, 2014. Owners may contact BMW customer relations at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.
ENGINE13V5260002013-10-252,475 affected
Defect
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2012 K1600 GT and K1600 GTL motorcycles. In certain riding conditions, an incorrect throttle valve control signal may be received by the engine control unit, limiting the engine speed.
Consequence
As a result of the reduced engine speed, the engine could stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will update the throttle control software, free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin in December 2013. Owners may contact BMW customer relations at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.
Complaints by component
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
4
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
2
STEERING
2
SUSPENSION
2
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
1
ENGINE
1
SERVICE BRAKES
1
WHEELS
1
Total complaints14
What owners report
Verbatim reports filed with NHTSA, lightly edited for readability and with personal
information removed.
“The contact owns a 2012 bmw k1600 gt motorcycle. The contact stated that while the motorcycle was parked, the contact became aware of a gasoline odor coming from the motorcycle. No warning lights were illuminated. The motorcycle was not taken to the dealer or an independent mechanic. The…”
“Urgent please. I want to repair asap. I write as someone who is knowledgeable about these issues. I have repaired my own motorcycles and cars for about 30 years now. I also have owned several bmw motorcycles. This issue with this 2012 bmw k1600 gt motorcycle is that the front and rear shocks wear…”
“Urgent please. I want to repair asap. I write as someone who is knowledgeable about these issues. I have repaired my own motorcycles and cars for about 30 years now. I also have owned several bmw motorcycles. This issue with this 2012 bmw k1600 gt motorcycle is that the front and rear shocks wear…”
“Urgent please. I want to repair asap. I write as someone who is knowledgeable about these issues. I have repaired my own motorcycles and cars for about 30 years now. I also have owned several bmw motorcycles. This issue with this 2012 bmw k1600 gt motorcycle is that the front and rear shocks wear…”
“The contact owns a 2012 bmw k 1600 gt. The contact received a recall notification for nhtsa campaign number: 21v060000 (fuel system, gasoline) however, the dealer informed the contact that the part for the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a…”
“The contact owns a 2012 bmw k 1600 gt. The contact received a notification for nhtsa campaign number: 21v060000 (fuel system, gasoline). The dealer had been notified about the recall however, the contact was informed that the part was not yet available. Freedom powersports hurst (633 ne loop 820,…”
“Tl* the contact owns a 2012 bmw k-1600 gt motorcycle. The contact stated that the motorcycle was leaking fuel. The vehicle was taken to bmw motorcycles of orlando (8901 futures dr, orlando, fl 32819) but was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The…”
“Quick disconnect coupling attached to fuel pump broke at threads generating a fuel leak. This issue caused recall of other 2012 models due to defective parts. It appears the issue is extended to more vehicles than originally listed. Bmw is not covering those repairs at the moment, but risk of fire…”
Defect investigations
InvestigationEA13006 Opened 2013-07-12 · closed 2014-01-31
Fuel Leak - Motorycle
ODI began investigating this issue after owners of model year (MY) 2004-2011 R-series BMW motorcycles reported incidents of pressurized fuel leakage from the fuel pump flange.Some owners first became aware of the problem when their pant leg was fuel-soaked.Prior to opening our initial investigation on November 16,…
Recall, complaint, and investigation records from official NHTSA datasets (FLAT_RCL,
FLAT_CMPL, FLAT_INV), synced weekly. Counts reflect NHTSA records for the 2012 BMW K 1600 Gt as of
July 5, 2026. Complaint narratives are consumer-submitted and unverified. This page
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