BMW K1300 S Problems by Year
NHTSA has 74 owner complaints and 9 safety recalls on file for the BMW K1300 S, across 7 model years (2009–2015). The 2009 model year has the most complaints (59). The most reported problem area overall is engine and engine cooling.
BMW K1300 S years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical K1300 S year: 2009. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2009 K1300 S: 59 complaints, 7 recalls
- 2011 K1300 S: 5 complaints, 5 recalls
- 2012 K1300 S: 4 complaints, 2 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 S problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 37 | 2 | 1 |
| Electrical System | 10 | 4 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 10 | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 9 | 4 | 0 |
| Power Train | 6 | 3 | 0 |
| Engine | 5 | 3 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Other | 4 | 1 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Tires | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All BMW K1300 S model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 K1300 S | 2 | 0 | — | Fuel/propulsion System | |
| 2014 K1300 S | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2013 K1300 S | 0 | 2 | — | — | |
| 2012 K1300 S | 4 | 2 | — | Engine | |
| 2011 K1300 S | 5 | 5 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2010 K1300 S | 4 | 5 | — | Fuel/propulsion System | |
| 2009 K1300 S | 59 | 7 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling | Far more complaints than other years |
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Frequently asked questions
Which BMW K1300 S years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 2009 (59) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical K1300 S year. 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 S?
Engine and Engine Cooling, with 37 complaints across 2 model years.
How many recalls does the BMW K1300 S have?
9 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.