This page covers 3 recalls and 10 owner complaints for the 2012 BMW K 1600 Gt.
Fuel system issues dominate what owners of the 2012 BMW K 1600 GT report. The most common complaint involves fuel leaks or a strong gasoline smell noticed while the motorcycle is parked, with no warning lights indicating a problem beforehand. Several owners describe taking the bike to a shop only to find parts unavailable or repairs delayed, leaving the issue unresolved for an extended period. One isolated report mentions suspension wear, specifically front and rear shocks degrading more quickly than expected, though that appears to be a single owner's experience rather than a recurring pattern. The fuel leak concern is the clear throughline here, with owners consistently describing either visible leaking or a persistent fuel odor with no other symptoms present.
10
Total Complaints
By System
The 2012 BMW K 1600 GT has 3 recalls, with two involving fuel pump components that can crack or leak and create a fire risk while the motorcycle is running.
The fuel system concerns cover two related issues: in one case, the fuel pump itself can crack and leak during operation, and in the other, a prior repair involving a support ring may leave the fuel system vulnerable to leaking if the fuel pump was not subsequently replaced. Both conditions can result in fuel reaching an ignition source. On the engine side, a faulty throttle valve control signal can reach the engine control unit under certain riding conditions, causing the engine to cut power and potentially stall, which raises the risk of a crash.
At a glance
What can fail
The fuel pump may crack and leak fuel while riding. Some models also have an auxiliary fuel pump that may crack.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the fuel pump at no cost.
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Complaints are owner-reported and reflect individual experiences, not confirmed defects. They are distinct from recalls. Data sourced from the national vehicle safety complaint database. See trending complaints →
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The fuel pump flange can crack, causing fuel to leak while the engine runs. This applies to certain motorcycles previously repaired under recall 13V-617 where the fuel pump was not replaced.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the fuel pump(s) with an improved version at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
Under certain riding conditions, the engine control unit may receive an incorrect throttle valve signal, which limits engine speed.
What the fix does
Dealers will update the throttle control software at no charge.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
