2019-2020 BMW K 1600 B/K 1600 GT/K 1600 GTL - Suspension recall
NHTSA campaign: 22V023000
5,063 vehicles potentially affected
- Model years
- 2019-2020
- Makes
- BMW
- Manufacturer
- BMW of North America, LLC
- Component
- SUSPENSION:REAR
- Potential units affected
- 5,063 (NHTSA estimate of the at-risk population)
- Reported
- 2022-01-21
Affected vehicles
- 2020 BMW K 1600 B
- 2020 BMW K 1600 GT
- 2020 BMW K 1600 GTL
- 2019 BMW K 1600 B
- 2019 BMW K 1600 GT
- 2019 BMW K 1600 GTL
What’s the problem?
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2020 K1600 GT, K1600 GTL, and K1600 B motorcycles. The link strut connecting the rear suspension to the frame may have insufficient strength, which can cause the link strut to become damaged.
What could happen?
A damaged link strut can cause the rear of the motorcycle to contact the rear wheel, affecting riding stability and control, and increasing the risk of a crash.
What’s the fix?
Dealers will replace the rear link strut, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters to inform owners of the safety risk were mailed on March 11, 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed June 21, 2022. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.