2014 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 2014 BMW K 1600 GTL. That ranks 3rd out of 15 K 1600 GTL model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is steering (4 complaints, 57%), typically at around 7,484 miles. Complaints mention 1 fire. 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 2014 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steering | 4 | 57% | 7,484 | — | — |
| Engine | 2 | 29% | 8,352 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 14% | — | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 14% | 16,200 | — | — |
| Structure | 1 | 14% | 21,900 | — | — |
| Suspension | 1 | 14% | 1,500 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | 14% | 1,500 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2014 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 has an open recall regarding a defective fuel pump. Affected bikes: BMW K 1600 GT, K 1600 GTL, K 1600 GTL Exclusive (2011-2014) When I contact BMW they tell me my VIN is not affected, but I have 100% confirmed that my fuel pump is leaking gas at a very unsafe rate. My bike year and model…
WHEN MY WIFE AND I CAME TO A STOP AFTER COMING OFF THE INTERSTATE, SHE ADJUSTED HER SELF ON THE SEAT OF THE 2014 BMW K1600 MOTORCYCLE, AS SHE USED THE ARM REST FOR SUPPORT IN SHIFFING HER WEIGH (SHE WEIGHTS 105 LBS) THE ARM REST SNAPPED OFF). HAD WE BEEN GOING INTO A TURN OR PASSING ANOTHER…
While riding the bmw motorcycle there is a pronounced pull to the left. This happens at all speeds. The higher the speed the greater the pull is. This is an ongoing problem since april 2014. Different tires and changing the recommended tire pressure makes no improvement in the left pull.
1. The motorcycles pulls to the left. Constant correction is stressful on highways and taxes one's muscles. 2. Engine has a ticking noise (valve chattering) at 3000-3500 rpm band (first noticed at 8000 miles) and dealer/manufacturer is unable to do anything about it. There are lots of k1600 on the…
The motorcycle pulls hard to the left (toward oncoming traffic) when light pressure is used on the handlebars. The vehicle basically does not track straight on its own without significant pressure to counteract the effect. Bmw was contacted via my local bmw local dealership, who ruled out the…
Other BMW K 1600 GTL years
← 2013 K 1600 GTL · 2015 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 | 7 | 1 |
| 2013 K 1600 GTL | 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 2014 BMW K 1600 GTL?
Owners most often report steering, engine, fuel/propulsion system problems. The top one, steering, accounts for 4 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2014 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 2014 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 2014 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.