2017 BMW K1600gt - Electrical

BMW is recalling approximately 53,000 K1600 series motorcycles from 2017-2025 because the reverse gear control unit may not be properly sealed, allowing water to enter and cause corrosion. A corroded control unit could short circuit, overheat, and create a fire risk, while also potentially disabling the turn signals and reverse function. BMW will contact owners by mail and ask them to have the control unit replaced at a dealership.

Recalling firm

BMW

Product

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Reason

Issue: 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. Safety Risk: 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. Corrective Actions: BMW Motorrad will notify owners by mail and advise you...

Classification

Class I

Category

vehicle recall

Country

Canada

Agency

TC

Recall date

2026-04-02

Status

Ongoing

Distribution

Canada-wide

Official recall notice from TC

Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/fdce890e-d755-4402-bded-1637cd27c898