BMW K 1600 GT, K 1600 GTL (2012): Engine
Recall 13V526000 · Oct 25, 2013 · BMW of North America, LLC
2,475
vehicles affected
2,475
vehicles affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 13V526000
- Date
- Oct 25, 2013
- Maker
- BMW of North America, LLC
- Units affected
- 2,475
- Kind
- Vehicles
- Component
- Engine; Electrical system > Software; Vehicle speed control
- Model years
- 2012
- Started by
- The maker
- Hazard
- Crash risk
What is wrong
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.
What can happen
As a result of the reduced engine speed, the engine could stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Recall repairs are free of charge.
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.
Vehicles covered
2 models, 2 model years in all
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| BMW | K 1600 GT | 2012 |
| BMW | K 1600 GTL | 2012 |
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Questions and answers
Which vehicles are in recall 13V526000?
2 models: BMW K 1600 GT (2012), BMW K 1600 GTL (2012), about 2,475 vehicles in all.
What is the fix for recall 13V526000?
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.
What can happen?
As a result of the reduced engine speed, the engine could stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data; texts are shortened. A dealer can tell whether a single vehicle still needs the repair.