2013 BMW K 1600 GTL Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other K 1600 GTL years
- Not enough data 3rd of 15 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 7 complaints with NHTSA about the 2013 BMW K 1600 GTL. That ranks 3rd out of 15 K 1600 GTL model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is fuel/propulsion system (4 complaints, 57%), typically at around 14,000 miles. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 7owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2013 BMW K 1600 GTL 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel/propulsion System | 4 | 57% | 14,000 | — | — |
| Engine | 1 | 14% | — | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 14% | — | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 14% | — | — | — |
| Steering | 1 | 14% | 50 | — | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 14% | 50 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2013 BMW K 1600 GTL 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.
BMW K1600 GTL 2013 have the same issues that lates model, engine a lot noise and clank engine, unstable when you raided up 70 mph, really dangerous. Have to be responsable and do recalls in all those motorcycles. Thanks.
On December 26, 2021, I purchased a used BMW K1600 GTL from a private party near Houston, TX. I then proceeded to drive the motorcycle to my home located just north of Dallas, TX. The motorcycle exhibited no issues and ran perfectly. Two days later as I was driving it to get the title and…
The contact owns a 2013 BMW K1600 GTL. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V060000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall…
Fuel pump replacement recall due to potential fire hazard was issued April 8, 2021. There are no parts being made available to dealers to make the repair. It has been over 3-months and per discussion with the BMW customer service there is no information as to when parts will be available. This is…
The dealer has been unable to make a repair in a reasonable time. I called my dealer in May at Moon Motorsports in Monticello, MN to schedule an appointment for Recall Campaign No. 21V-060. They said replacements for this recall have been backordered. I called again today (July 2) to get an update…
Other BMW K 1600 GTL years
← 2012 K 1600 GTL · 2014 K 1600 GTL →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 K 1600 GTL | 0 | 1 |
| 2024 K 1600 GTL | 0 | 2 |
| 2023 K 1600 GTL | 0 | 1 |
| 2022 K 1600 GTL | 1 | 1 |
| 2021 K 1600 GTL | 1 | 1 |
| 2020 K 1600 GTL | 0 | 3 |
| 2019 K 1600 GTL | 3 | 3 |
| 2018 K 1600 GTL | 16 | 2 |
| 2017 K 1600 GTL | 0 | 1 |
| 2016 K 1600 GTL | 3 | 0 |
| 2015 K 1600 GTL | 1 | 0 |
| 2014 K 1600 GTL | 7 | 1 |
| 2013 | 7 | 1 |
| 2012 K 1600 GTL | 33 | 4 |
| 2011 K 1600 GTL | 0 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2013 BMW K 1600 GTL?
Owners most often report fuel/propulsion system, engine, fuel system, gasoline problems. The top one, fuel/propulsion system, accounts for 4 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2013 BMW K 1600 GTL?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2013 BMW K 1600 GTL a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other K 1600 GTL model years, the 2013 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.