01 / OFFICIAL CAMPAIGNS
2012 BMW K 1600 Gt recall campaigns
NHTSA 21V060000
- Component
- FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Report received
- February 8, 2021
- Potential units
- 20,963campaign-wide
Defect and consequence
Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2011-2014 S 1000 RR/R/ HP4, R 1200 GS/GS Adventure/R/RT, K 1300 S, K 1600 GT/GTL/GTL Exclusive and 2014 R nine T motorcycles. The fuel pump, and auxiliary fuel pump in certain models, may crack and leak fuel during vehicle operation.
Why it matters: A fuel leak, in the presence of an ignition source, may result in a fire.
Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began March 17, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Owner notification: March 17, 2021 · Filing manufacturer: BMW of North America, LLC
NHTSA 20V471000
- Component
- FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Report received
- August 10, 2020
- Potential units
- 16,926campaign-wide
Defect and consequence
Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2009-2011 K1300 (S, GT), 2010-2011 S1000 RR, 2005-2011 R1200 (GS, GS Adventure, R, RT, S, ST), 2006-2010 HP2 (Enduro, Megamoto, Sport), 2005-2008 K1200 (R, R Sport, S, GT), and 2012 K1600 (GT, GTL) motorcycles that were repaired under recall 13V-617 with the support ring remedy and where the fuel pump was not replaced at a later date. This recall involves the fuel pump, and also the auxiliary fuel pump as applicable. The affected motorcycles have a fuel pump flange that may crack, possibly resulting in a fuel leak while the engine is running.
Why it matters: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump(s) with an improved version, free of charge. The recall began January 18, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Owner notification: January 18, 2021 · Filing manufacturer: BMW of North America, LLC
NHTSA 13V617000
- Component
- FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Report received
- December 12, 2013
- Potential units
- 50,184campaign-wide
Defect and consequence
Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2005-2011 model year R-model motorcycles, model year 2005-2012 K-model motorcycles, model year 2010-2011 S 1000 model motorcycles, and model year 2006-2010 HP2 motorcycles. In the affected motorcycles, the fuel pump flange (and the auxiliary fuel pump flange if equipped) could develop cracks and leak fuel.
Why it matters: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.
Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will either reinforce the fuel pump flange or replace the pump, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on April 16, 2014. Owners may contact BMW customer relations at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at [email protected].
Owner notification: April 16, 2014 · Filing manufacturer: BMW of North America, LLC
NHTSA 13V526000
- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Report received
- October 25, 2013
- Potential units
- 2,475campaign-wide
Defect and consequence
Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2012 K1600 GT and K1600 GTL motorcycles. In certain riding conditions, an incorrect throttle valve control signal may be received by the engine control unit, limiting the engine speed.
Why it matters: As a result of the reduced engine speed, the engine could stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will update the throttle control software, free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin in December 2013. Owners may contact BMW customer relations at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at [email protected].
Owner notification: December 20, 2013 · Filing manufacturer: BMW of North America, LLC
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