2015 BMW K1300 S Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Mar 13, 2019 · 2 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other K1300 S years
Not enough data 5th of 7 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2015 BMW K1300 S. That ranks 5th out of 7 K1300 S model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is fuel/propulsion system (2 complaints, 100%), typically at around 34 miles. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

BMW K1300 S
BMW K 1300 S Lupinblau metallic/Alpinweiss uni/Saphirschwarz metallic. Representative photo; appearance varies by model year. Photo: BMW Group PressClub, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2015 BMW K1300 S problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Fuel/propulsion System2 · ~34 mi
Service Brakes1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Fuel/propulsion System2100%34——
Service Brakes150%———

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2014, with 1 complaints
2014: 1201412019: 120191

n = 2 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2015 BMW K1300 S recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2015 BMW K1300 S.

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Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

I have a 2014 bmw k1300s motorcycle with 3800 miles on it, around 4 weeks ago, i've noticed a gas smell while i was about to go out on the bike and when the vehicle was idling, tha's when i first noticed the fuel leaking out from the left side.it was a significant leak,as in if i leave it for idle…

Service Brakes · received Mar 13, 2019 · NHTSA complaint 11186565

New motorcycle began leaking fuel after 34 miles. After the motorcycle was parked, fuel was observed streaming down the left hand side of the hot engine and was dripping onto the lower fairing and onto the ground. Bmw dealer claims to have found an o-ring that was installed improperly by the…

Fuel/propulsion System · received Nov 15, 2014 · NHTSA complaint 10655232

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2015 BMW K1300 S?

Owners most often report fuel/propulsion system, service brakes problems. The top one, fuel/propulsion system, accounts for 2 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2015 BMW K1300 S?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2015 BMW K1300 S a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other K1300 S model years, the 2015 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.