BMW K 1600 B Recall: BMW of North America, LLC - Wheel or tyre (Jan 2022)
BMW of North America, LLC is recalling certain 2019–2020 BMW K 1600 B, 2019–2020 BMW K 1600 GT, 2019–2020 BMW K 1600 GTL. 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. 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 you should do
- Read the official announcement before driving. If you hear unusual noise from a wheel, or feel new vibration or wandering, stop and arrange recovery. The repair is free.
- 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.
Check your vehicle
Compare the year, make and model on your vehicle against every row below.
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| BMW | K 1600 B | 2019–2020 |
| BMW | K 1600 GT | 2019–2020 |
| BMW | K 1600 GTL | 2019–2020 |
What happened
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.
Recall facts
- Manufacturer
- BMW of North America, LLC
- Component
- SUSPENSION
- Vehicles affected
- 5,063
- NHTSA campaign
- 22V023000
- Severity
- High
From the official announcement
OMB Control No.: 2127-0004
Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22V-023
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Manufacturer Name : BMW of North America, LLC
Submission Date :JAN 21, 2022
NHTSA Recall No. :22V-023
Manufacturer Recall No. : NR
Manufacturer Information :
Manufacturer Name :BMW of North America, LLC
Address :P.O. Box 1227
Westwood NJ 07675-1227
Company phone : 18005257417
Population :
Number of potentially involved : 1,625
Estimated percentage with defect :100 %
Vehicle Information :
Vehicle 1 :2019-2020 BMW K 1600 GT
Vehicle Type :MOTORCYCLES
Body Style :
Power Train : GAS
Descriptive Information :Approximately 351 motorcycles are equipped with a link strut that connects the rear
suspension to the frame which may not have been produced to specifications by the
supplier.
Basis for recall population determination: All Model Year 2019 – 2020 BMW
K1600GT motorcycles from 09/21/2018 through 12/28/2019 when a supplier
change was implemented.
Recall component difference to non-recall component: The link strut may not have
been produced to specifications.
Production Dates : SEP 21, 2018
- DEC 28, 2019
VIN Range 1 :Begin :NR End :NRNot sequential
Page 2
Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22V-023
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Vehicle 2 :2019-2020 BMW K 1600 GTL
Vehicle Type :MOTORCYCLES
Body Style :
Power Train : GAS
Descriptive Information :Approximately 352 motorcycles are equipped with a link strut that connects the rear
suspension to the frame which may not have been produced to specifications by the
supplier.
Basis for recall population determination: All Model Year 2019 – 2020 BMW
K1600GTL motorcycles from 12/04/2018 through 01/27/2020 wh…
Common questions
Which vehicles are affected?
- 2019–2020 BMW K 1600 B
- 2019–2020 BMW K 1600 GT
- 2019–2020 BMW K 1600 GTL
5,063 vehicles are affected.
What is the danger?
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 should I do?
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.
Where can I find more information?
Read the official NHTSA recall announcement, or browse all current vehicle recalls.