2016 BMW K 1600 GT Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other K 1600 GT years
- Not enough data 4th of 15 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA about the 2016 BMW K 1600 GT. That ranks 4th out of 15 K 1600 GT model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (1 complaints, 25%), typically at around 21,000 miles. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 4owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2016 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 | 25% | 21,000 | — | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 1 | 25% | 704 | — | — |
| Engine | 1 | 25% | 860 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 25% | — | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 25% | 21,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2016 BMW K 1600 GT recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2016 BMW K 1600 GT.
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.
Heavy smell of gas, fuel is spraying from threads of the plastic quick disconnect fitting that is attached to the discharge from the fuel tank.
Motorcycle goes into 'limp mode' displaying a check engine light. Has occurred at idle but often occurs at speed (30-75mph). Engine rpms are stuck at approximately 2,000rpm. Code reader displays a stored code of 'throttle valve 1 comparing error'. The abrupt error causes vehicles to come…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 BMW K 1600 GT. WHILE EMPTYING THE OIL PAN, THE CONTACT FOUND METAL SHAVINGS INSIDE THE OIL AND OIL FILTER. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO BMW MOTORCYCLES OF WESTERN OREGON (12010 SW GARDEN PL, TIGARD, OR 97223, [redacted]) WHERE THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THERE WERE NO…
Software update installed by the dealer has caused the traction control warning light to illuminate and an apparent failure in the traction control. Bmw (motorcycles) refuses to provide any information related to this issue, not even a confirmation that the issue exists.
Other BMW K 1600 GT years
← 2015 K 1600 GT · 2017 K 1600 GT →
| 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 | 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 K 1600 GT | 1 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2016 BMW K 1600 GT?
Owners most often report electrical system, electronic stability control (esc), engine problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2016 BMW K 1600 GT?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2016 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 2016 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.