2011 BMW K 1600 GT
Only 1 complaint on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 1 complaint on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2011 | 1 |
| 2012 | 10 |
| 2013 | 7 |
| 2014 | 0 |
| 2015 | 1 |
| 2016 | 4 |
| 2017 | 0 |
| 2018 | 5 |
| 2019 | 2 |
| 2020 | 0 |
| 2021 | 0 |
| 2022 | 0 |
| 2023 | 0 |
| 2024 | 0 |
| 2025 | 0 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 1 complaint on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
1 of 1 total report mentions: exterior lighting.
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MULTISWITCH LEFT AND RIGHT FAILURE. ALMOST CRUSHED MY BIKE AS A RESULT! ENGINE STALLED AT GREEN LIGHT INSIDE A BUSY INTERSECTION. COULD NOT RESTART THE ENGINE DUE TO THE RIGHT MULTISWITCH FAILURE. CAR BEHIND ME ALMOST RUN ME OVER!
NHTSA ODI report, 20140324
1 of 1 total report mentions: electrical system.
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MULTISWITCH LEFT AND RIGHT FAILURE. ALMOST CRUSHED MY BIKE AS A RESULT! ENGINE STALLED AT GREEN LIGHT INSIDE A BUSY INTERSECTION. COULD NOT RESTART THE ENGINE DUE TO THE RIGHT MULTISWITCH FAILURE. CAR BEHIND ME ALMOST RUN ME OVER!
NHTSA ODI report, 20140324
SAFETY TIMELINE
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.
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.
Campaign 21V060000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2011 BMW K 1600 GT — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for exterior lighting issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 21V060000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2011 BMW K 1600 GT reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2011 BMW K 1600 GT?
The most-reported component is exterior lighting, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2011 BMW K 1600 GT have?
1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.