2011 BMW K 1600 GT Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other K 1600 GT years
- Not enough data 6th of 15 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2011 BMW K 1600 GT. That ranks 6th out of 15 K 1600 GT model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 4,100 miles. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 1owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2011 BMW K 1600 GT problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 1 | 100% | 4,100 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 100% | 4,100 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
2011 BMW K 1600 GT recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump
Problem: 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.
Risk: A fuel leak, in the presence of an ignition source, may result in a fire.
Fix: 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.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Multiswitch left and right failure. Almost crushed my bike as a result! Engine stalled at green light inside a busy intersection. Could not restart the engine due to the right multiswitch failure. Car behind me almost run me over! Could not signal right or even turn on the 4 way flashers! *tr
Other BMW K 1600 GT years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 K 1600 GT | 0 | 2 |
| 2024 K 1600 GT | 0 | 2 |
| 2023 K 1600 GT | 0 | 1 |
| 2022 K 1600 GT | 1 | 1 |
| 2021 K 1600 GT | 0 | 1 |
| 2020 K 1600 GT | 0 | 3 |
| 2019 K 1600 GT | 2 | 3 |
| 2018 K 1600 GT | 5 | 2 |
| 2017 K 1600 GT | 0 | 2 |
| 2016 K 1600 GT | 4 | 0 |
| 2015 K 1600 GT | 1 | 0 |
| 2014 K 1600 GT | 0 | 1 |
| 2013 K 1600 GT | 7 | 1 |
| 2012 K 1600 GT | 10 | 4 |
| 2011 | 1 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2011 BMW K 1600 GT?
Owners most often report electrical system, exterior lighting problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2011 BMW K 1600 GT?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2011 BMW K 1600 GT a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other K 1600 GT model years, the 2011 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.