BMW K 1600 GT 2012: ENGINE

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 13V526000

Make Model Year
BMW K 1600 GT 2012
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2013-12-20 2013-10-25 2013-11-07

Production Dates: 2011-01-10 - 2012-03-08

Manufacturers Involved: BMW of North America, LLC

Component: ENGINE

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 2475

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

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.