2024 BMW K 1600 B Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other K 1600 B years
- Not enough data 5th of 9 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2024 BMW K 1600 B. That ranks 5th out of 9 K 1600 B model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is steering (1 complaints, 100%). There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 1owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2024 BMW K 1600 B 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 | 1 | 100% | — | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | 100% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
2024 BMW K 1600 B recalls (2)
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:front
Problem: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2024 R 1250RT, K 1600GT, K 1600GTL, and K 1600B motorcycles. The front spring strut may contain an incorrectly manufactured proportional valve that can loosen, and result in strut failure and a loss of stability.
Risk: A loss of stability while riding can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the strut production dates and replace the front spring struts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 29, 2024. 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.
I purchased this NEW BMW motorcycle on 7/26/2025. On my ride home from the dealership the safety incident occurred on the freeway trying to pass a semi with a trailer. All factory original equipment and only me on the motorcycle. While passing the semi the motorcycle started shaking out of control…
Other BMW K 1600 B years
← 2023 K 1600 B · 2025 K 1600 B →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 K 1600 B | 1 | 1 |
| 2024 | 1 | 2 |
| 2023 K 1600 B | 2 | 1 |
| 2022 K 1600 B | 3 | 1 |
| 2021 K 1600 B | 0 | 1 |
| 2020 K 1600 B | 1 | 3 |
| 2019 K 1600 B | 8 | 3 |
| 2018 K 1600 B | 44 | 2 |
| 2017 K 1600 B | 0 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2024 BMW K 1600 B?
Owners most often report steering, unknown or other problems. The top one, steering, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2024 BMW K 1600 B?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2024 BMW K 1600 B a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other K 1600 B model years, the 2024 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.