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2018 BMW K1600gt

Everything Canada’s open data holds on this vehicle: what has been recalled, what it costs to run, and how efficient it is compared with everything else on the road.

Recalls

3

3 current

Combined

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Fuel, a year

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Not rated by NRCan

Recalls

Good news: Recall repairs cost you nothing. Book with any manufacturer dealer and quote the recall number — no time limit, however many owners the vehicle has had.

Electrical

Transport Canada recall 2026169 · manufacturer campaign K48 K61

2 April 2026

Transport Canada lists: K 1600 2017–2025 · K1600b 2017–2025 · K1600gt 2017–2025 · K1600gtl 2017–2025

What is wrong

On certain motorcycles, the reverse gear control unit may not have been sealed properly. As a result, water could enter the control unit and cause it to corrode. If this happens, the control unit could short circuit and overheat. This could also cause the turn signals and reverse function not to work.

Why it matters

A short circuit can create the risk of a fire. Turn signals that don't work may cause a person not to recognize when the rider intends to turn or change lanes and could increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

BMW Motorrad will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your motorcycle to a dealership to replace the reverse gear control unit.

1,471 vehicles affected in CanadaMotorcycleSafety Mfr

Suspension

Transport Canada recall 2022464 · manufacturer campaign 33 01 22RC

11 August 2022

Transport Canada lists: K1600b 2017–2020 · K1600gt 2017–2020 · K1600gtl 2017–2020

What is wrong

On certain motorcycles, the link strut that connects the rear suspension to the frame could break. If this happens, the motorcycle can drop suddenly and contact the rear wheel. This could cause a sudden loss of stability or a loss of control. Note: This recall replaces Transport Canada recall 2022-015.

Why it matters

A loss of stability or control could increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

BMW Motorrad will contact owners by mail and instruct you to bring your motorcycle to a dealership to replace the rear link strut.

739 vehicles affected in CanadaMotorcycleSafety Mfr

Powertrain

Transport Canada recall 2019486 · manufacturer campaign 23 001 19(010)

2 October 2019

Transport Canada lists: K1600b 2018–2019 · K1600gt 2017–2019 · K1600gtl 2018–2020

What is wrong

On certain motorcycles, some transmission parts may not be properly manufactured. This could cause the transmission to malfunction. If this happens, the rear wheel could suddenly lock-up.

Why it matters

A rear wheel that locks suddenly could cause a loss of control and increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

BMW will notify owners by mail and instruct them to take their motorcycle to a dealership to replace the defective transmission parts.

713 vehicles affected in CanadaMotorcycleSafety Mfr

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Common questions

Does the 2018 BMW K1600gt have any recalls?
Transport Canada has 3 recalls on record for the 2018 BMW K1600gt. Recall repairs are free at any manufacturer dealer.

Source: Transport Canada — Vehicle Recalls Database; NRCan — Fuel consumption ratings. Data current as of 30 July 2026. Running cost uses Ontario average prices (155 ¢/L, 14.5 ¢/kWh), which are hand-maintained estimates. 30,784 rated vehicles on file.