2013 BMW K 1600 GTL
Only 7 complaints 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 7 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 7
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2013
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2013: 7 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2011 | 0 |
| 2012 | 33 |
| 2013 | 7 |
| 2014 | 7 |
| 2015 | 1 |
| 2016 | 3 |
| 2017 | 0 |
| 2018 | 16 |
| 2019 | 3 |
| 2020 | 0 |
| 2021 | 1 |
| 2022 | 1 |
| 2023 | 0 |
| 2024 | 0 |
| 2025 | 0 |
Known problem areas
Only 7 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Fuel/propulsion system
4 of 7 total reports mention: fuel/propulsion system.
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Fuel pump replacement recall due to potential fire hazard was issued April 8, 2021. There are no parts being made available to dealers to make the repair.
NHTSA ODI report, 2021-07-12
The dealer has been unable to make a repair in a reasonable time. I called my dealer in May at Moon Motorsports in Monticello, MN to schedule an appointment for Recall Campaign No. 21V-060.
NHTSA ODI report, 2021-07-02
The contact owns a 2013 BMW K 1600 GTL. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 21V160000 (Fuel system, gasoline) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available.
NHTSA ODI report, 2021-05-13
Wheels
1 of 7 total reports mentions: wheels.
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Since new in June 2013, the motorcycle has pulled to the left at all speeds requiring constant counter-steering.
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-03-31
Also filed under Steering
Steering
1 of 7 total reports mentions: steering.
Power train
1 of 7 total reports mentions: power train.
Fuel system, gasoline
1 of 7 total reports mentions: fuel system, gasoline.
Safety timeline
1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2021-03-17Fuel system, gasoline21V060000 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.
Buy-smart checklist
2013 BMW K 1600 GTL — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Fuel/propulsion system: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Wheels: 1 report on file for this year.
- Steering: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 21V060000 · Fuel system, gasoline
FAQ
- Is the 2013 BMW K 1600 GTL 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 2013 BMW K 1600 GTL?
- The most-reported component is fuel/propulsion system, accounting for 57% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2013 BMW K 1600 GTL have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.