BMW K1300 GT Problems by Year
NHTSA has 65 owner complaints and 7 safety recalls on file for the BMW K1300 GT, across 3 model years (2009–2011). The 2009 model year has the most complaints (47). The most reported problem area overall is engine and engine cooling.
BMW K1300 GT years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No K1300 GT model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2009 K1300 GT: 47 complaints, 7 recalls
- 2010 K1300 GT: 17 complaints, 5 recalls
- 2011 K1300 GT: 1 complaint, 3 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common BMW K1300 GT problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 27 | 2 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 10 | 2 | 1 |
| Engine | 9 | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 8 | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 7 | 3 | 0 |
| Power Train | 6 | 1 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 3 | 1 | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Structure | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All BMW K1300 GT model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 K1300 GT | 1 | 3 | — | Fuel System, Gasoline | |
| 2010 K1300 GT | 17 | 5 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2009 K1300 GT | 47 | 7 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling |
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Frequently asked questions
Which BMW K1300 GT years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2009 (47), 2010 (17), 2011 (1). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the BMW K1300 GT?
Engine and Engine Cooling, with 27 complaints across 2 model years.
How many recalls does the BMW K1300 GT have?
7 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.