2019 BMW K 1600 GTL Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other K 1600 GTL years
- Not enough data 5th of 15 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 3 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA about the 2019 BMW K 1600 GTL. That ranks 5th out of 15 K 1600 GTL model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is power train (3 complaints, 100%), typically at around 1,030 miles. There are 3 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 3owner complaints
- 3safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2019 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 3 | 100% | 1,030 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2019 BMW K 1600 GTL recalls (3)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Power train:manual transmission:seals/gaskets
Problem: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2017-2025 K 1600 GT, GTL, B and 2018-2025 Grand America vehicles. The seal for the reverse gear control unit may deteriorate and allow moisture inside the control unit, which can result in the unit overheating.
Risk: An overheated reverse gear control unit increases the risk of a fire.
Fix: Dealers will replace the reverse gear control unit, free of charge. Letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed May 28, 2026. A second letter will be mailed once the remedy is available. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning May 25, 2026.
Suspension:rear
Problem: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2020 K1600 GT, K1600 GTL, and K1600 B motorcycles. The link strut connecting the rear suspension to the frame may have insufficient strength, which can cause the link strut to become damaged.
Risk: A damaged link strut can cause the rear of the motorcycle to contact the rear wheel, affecting riding stability and control, and increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the rear link strut, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters to inform owners of the safety risk were mailed on March 11, 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed June 21, 2022. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Power train:manual transmission
Problem: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2017-2020 K 1600 GT and 2018-2020 K 1600 GTL and K 1600 B motorcycles. Certain transmission parts may not have been produced to the appropriate hardness level. This could affect the function of the transmission, possibly causing double engagement of two gears and/or the damage of transmission parts.
Risk: Double gear engagement or transmission damage can cause the rear wheel to lock up, affecting the vehicle stability and increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the shift forks, the selector sleeve of 5th/6th gear and the gear wheel of 6th gear, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk was mailed November 1, 2019. A second letter will be sent once the remedy is available. 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.
Tl* the contact owns a 2019 bmw k 1600 motocycle. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 19v692000 (power train) 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…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 BMW K 1600 GTL. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTIFICATION IN THE MAIL FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V692000 (POWER TRAIN). THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO EURO CYCLES OF DAYTONA (118 E FAIRVIEW AVE, DAYTONA BEACH, FL 32114, [redacted]) AND WAS INFORMED TO NOT DRIVE THE…
My motorcycle had a ticking sound coming from the gearbox. The dealer decided it was not safe to ride the bike, that i should leave it until bmw comes with a solution. I currently have a 2019 k1600 gtl sitting in service without any resolution. The bike is with eurocycles of daytona. The vehicle…
Other BMW K 1600 GTL years
← 2018 K 1600 GTL · 2020 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 | 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 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 2019 BMW K 1600 GTL?
Owners most often report power train problems. The top one, power train, accounts for 3 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2019 BMW K 1600 GTL?
Yes, 3 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2019 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 2019 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.