2010 Bmw K1300 Gt problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Fuel/Propulsion System (2) · Exterior Lighting (2) · Electrical System (2)
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Safety recalls (1)
Suspension:rear 2010-10-08 · campaign 10V488000 · 11,826 vehicles
Defect: BMW IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2011 MOTORCYCLES. THE BEARINGS COULD BE SUBJECT TO CORROSION. THIS COULD LEAD TO REDUCED MOVEMENT OF THE LINK LEVER.
Risk: THIS COULD AFFECT THE HANDLING OF THE MOTORCYCLE INCREASING THE RISK A DRIVER MAY LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE RESULTING IN A CRASH.
Fix: BMW WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND DEALERS WILL REPAIR THE VEHICLES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING MARCH 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BMW AT 1-800-525-7417.
Service bulletins (17)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Engine 2025-03-27 · MC120225 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
engine is difficult to start or does not start when at operating temperature, but after the vehicle coolsthe engine will start. this is caused by increased engine slip torque when the engine is at operatingtemperature in conjunction with a weak battery.
Electrical System 2024-01-11 · B611305 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
the electrical system of bmw vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few years. this has led to increased demands being placed on the battery. this document covers important information for the dealer on how to handle ã¢ââdischarged batteryã¢ââ complaints.
Fuel System, Gasoline 2023-11-13 · MC160214 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
bmw motorrad usa has become aware of a potential durability issue with the film type fuel level sender ã¢ââfuel stripã¢ââ equipped on certain model year 2005 to 2013 r and k series motorcycles.
Electrical System 2021-09-20 · MC000521 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
one of the following situations can occur when connecting to bn2000 motorcycles: 1. the installed control units cannot be found when reading out with ista. 2. control units initially communicate after connecting to the vehicle, but communication later stops.
Equipment Adaptive/Mobility 2020-10-01 · B611305 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
discharged battery energy diagnosis must be performed: the electrical system of bmw vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few years. this has led to increased demands being placed on the battery. this document covers important information for the dealer on how to
Engine 2016-08-01 · MC62813747 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
oil leak at theseal between the cylinder head cover and cylinder head on the right in the direction of travel. due to retrofit of chain gauide which prevents skipping of the timing chain.
Showing the 6 most recent of 17 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2018-06-12 · Fuel/Propulsion System · 28,815 mi“tl* the contact owns a 2010 bmw k1300 gt. while riding approximately 30 mph, the odor of fuel was present. the contact discovered fuel had leaked from the fuel pump where the boss threaded into the flange. the contact indicated that the motorcycle was previously serviced per the manufacturer's campaign number: 038538 for the same failure in 2014. d…”
2017-11-16 · Fuel/Propulsion System · 19,000 mi“tl* the contact owns a 2010 bmw k1300 gt motorcycle. while driving approximately 50 mph, the contact noticed that his pants were wet from fuel that was leaking from a plastic connector line. the contact also stated that the engine started to misfire. the contact coasted the vehicle to the side of the road. in addition, the contact stated that the f…”
2017-01-09 · Vehicle Speed Control · 22,500 mi“when accelerating around 4500 to 5500 rpm, the engine bogs and the motorcycle loses speed. other times, and at cruising speeds, when turning the throttle to accelerate at lower speeds, the bike does not accelerate immediately and takes a couple of seconds before it accelerates. when pulling in the clutch to change gears, the engine stalls. thi…”
2014-03-28 · Exterior Lighting · 36,000 mi · 💥 crash“my switches, right&left, both failed for the 2nd time in about 3 years. my right side switch failed while i was riding my bike, causing its stalling! so above and beyond the switch issues, the stalling issue is the most annoying as that can directly effect your safety. i think a couple k1300s drivers have reported crashes because of it. that is…”
2014-03-28 · Structure:body · 36,000 mi“center stand bent while trying to stand up my bike on it. i rarely used it, never abused it. poor engineering suggested by an authorized motorcycle mechanic! *tr…”
2014-02-20 · Electrical System · 24,000 mi“the switches on the right handlebar, for the emergency engine off/engine-start functions failed! as a result engine dangerously stalled while in motion(almost crashed my bike), luckily i was traveling at only 30mph. *tr…”
2014-02-20 · Electrical System · 24,000 mi“no response from the left and right turn signals, horn, electrical windshield, cruise control. an internationally known issue on this bmw bike. surprised there is no recall issued yet! bmw dealer charges over $600.00 to replace the left hand multi switch part # 61318546213. *tr…”
2014-02-20 · Service Brakes · 24,000 mi“brake fluid in the front reservoir is foaming, can result in brake failure! *tr…”
2014-02-20 · Structure:motorcycle:kickstand/Center Stand · 24,000 mi“ center stand bent while trying to stand up my bike on it. i rarely used it, never abused it. poor engineering suggested by an authorized motorcycle mechanic. *tr…”
2014-02-13 · Exterior Lighting · 6,500 mi“appalled to discover that even the reputable bmw no longer stands behind its products! about 3 years after the initial purchase (brand new) from an authorized bmw dealer, rode my bmw for the 1st time, on a rainy day. the next day, before leaving my garage(i always parked this bike in a covered garage) i noticed that the right turn signal was not fu…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.