2025 Bmw K 1600 B problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Wheels (1)
Safety recalls (1)
Power Train:manual Transmission:seals/Gaskets 2026-04-02 · campaign 26V214000 · 9,160 vehicles
Defect: 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, anticipated late October 2026. 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.
Service bulletins (3)
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.
Electrical System 2026-01-16 · MCAS0526 · Other
return control unit reverser
Power Train 2025-12-22 · MC611125 · Service Campaign
after quality inspection it has been found that the reverser control unit pn 61 35 8 524 078 was installed ona number of units. this specific control unit was inadequately manufactured leaving a possibility of corrosionthat could lead to the reverser function failing particularly in more humid clima
Suspension 2025-08-25 · MC330325 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
traces of wear seem to be found on the needle bearing bush of the rear suspension strut. the znni (zinc-nickel) corrosion protection coating can be worn in the area of the race for the needles of thebearing and does not constitute bearing bush wear.
What owners report
2026-08-07 · Wheels · 100 mi“the contact owns a 2025 bmw k1600 b. the contact stated that while riding 55 mph or higher, the motorcycle became unstable, with a noticeable left-right movement. the contact stated that the failure was most noticeable while overtaking other vehicles going in the same direction. there were no warning lights illuminated. the motorcycle was taken to …”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.