Vehicle recall 13V526000 · October 25, 2013

BMW K 1600 GT and K 1600 GTL

In certain riding conditions, an incorrect throttle valve control signal may be received by the engine control unit, limiting the engine speed.

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

Summary: 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.
Consequence: 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 CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.
Notes: Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign: 13V526000
Reported to NHTSA: October 25, 2013
Filed by: BMW of North America, LLC
Owner notification: December 20, 2013
Vehicles potentially affected: 2,475
Initiated by: the manufacturer
Components: Engine; Electrical system › Software; Vehicle speed control

Recall 13V526000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

Vehicles covered

As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.

BMW K 1600 GT (2012): 2012
BMW K 1600 GTL (2012): 2012

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