2010 BMW K1300 GT
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
5 recalls name the 2010 BMW K1300 GT. Newest first.
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2009-2011 K1300 (S, GT), 2010-2011 S1000 RR, 2005-2011 R1200 (GS, GS Adventure, R, RT, S, ST), 2006-2010 HP2 (Enduro, Megamoto, Sport), 2005-2008 K1200 (R, R Sport, S, GT), and 2012 K1600 (GT, GTL) motorcycles that were repaired under recall 13V-617 with the support ring remedy and where the fuel pump was…
Risk and remedy
Risk
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump(s) with an improved version, free of charge. The recall began January 18, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2005-2010 R1200GS and R1200RT, 2006-2010 R1200GS Adventure, 2007-2010 R1200R, 2007 R1200S and K1200R Sport, 2005-2007 R1200ST, 2008-2009 HP2 Megamoto, 2006 HP2 Enduro, 2008-2010 HP2 Sport, 2005-2008 K1200S, 2006-2008 K1200R, K1200GT, 2009-2011 K1300S, 2010-2011 K1300R, and 2009-2010 K1300GT…
Risk and remedy
Risk
If the rear wheel mounting flange cracks, the mounting bolts may loosen and the rear wheel may not remain secured to the motorcycle, causing a loss of stability and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the existing aluminum rear wheel flange with a steel one, free of charge. The recall began on May 7, 2015. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2005-2011 model year R-model motorcycles, model year 2005-2012 K-model motorcycles, model year 2010-2011 S 1000 model motorcycles, and model year 2006-2010 HP2 motorcycles. In the affected motorcycles, the fuel pump flange (and the auxiliary fuel pump flange if equipped) could develop cracks…
Risk and remedy
Risk
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.
Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will either reinforce the fuel pump flange or replace the pump, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on April 16, 2014. Owners may contact BMW customer relations at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.
BMW IS recalling certain model year 2005-2011 motorcycles. the bearings could be subject to corrosion. this could lead to reduced movement of the link lever.
Risk and remedy
Risk
This could affect the handling of the motorcycle increasing the risk a driver may lose control of the vehicle resulting in a crash.
Remedy
BMW will notify owners and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. the safety recall IS expected to begin during march 2011. owners may contact BMW at 1-800-525-7417.
BMW IS recalling certain model year 2009 and 2010 k1300 s and k1300 GT motorcycles manufactured between september 11, 2008 and november 19, 2009. poor fuel quality may lead to small deposits within the throttle bodies. during engine operation in a low rpm range, typically near idle speed (when coming to a stop) air flow could be sufficiently restricted…
Risk and remedy
Risk
Engine stalling could result in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
BMW will notify owners and repair the motorcycles by updating the engine management software free of charge. the safety recall began on february 22, 2010. owners may contact BMW toll-free at 1-800-831-1117.
Owner complaints
17 complaints1 involved a crash
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Fuel/propulsion system
The vehicle stalls when decelerating to low speed or to a stop. it has happened multiple times and most often when the vehicle IS hot after lengthy driving in weather in excess of 90 degrees f. this IS a widely recognized problem for this model and year and there has been a recall issued. My…
The vehicle stalls when decelerating to low speed or to a stop. it has happened multiple times and most often when the vehicle IS hot after lengthy driving in weather in excess of 90 degrees f. this IS a widely recognized problem for this model and year and there has been a recall issued. My vehicle has no open recalls, so I assume it has been recalled for this problem (i am second owner). Bike has 24000 miles and the problem persists despite presumed recall remedy. this happened to me on interstate, middle lane when traffic slowed...very dangerous.
- Fuel/propulsion system
TL* the contact owns a 2010 BMW k1300 GT. While riding approximately 30 mph, the odor of fuel was present. The contact discovered fuel had leaked from the fuel pump where the boss threaded into the flange. The contact indicated that the motorcycle was previously serviced per the manufacturer's…
TL* the contact owns a 2010 BMW k1300 GT. While riding approximately 30 mph, the odor of fuel was present. The contact discovered fuel had leaked from the fuel pump where the boss threaded into the flange. The contact indicated that the motorcycle was previously serviced per the manufacturer's campaign number: 038538 for the same failure in 2014. During the repairs, a reinforcement ring was installed to prevent the same failure from occurring. The manufacturer and local dealer were not notified. The failure mileage was 28,815.
- Fuel/propulsion system
TL* the contact owns a 2010 BMW k1300 GT motorcycle. While driving approximately 50 mph, the contact noticed that his pants were wet from fuel that was leaking from a plastic connector line. The contact also stated that the engine started to misfire. The contact coasted the vehicle to the side of…
TL* the contact owns a 2010 BMW k1300 GT motorcycle. While driving approximately 50 mph, the contact noticed that his pants were wet from fuel that was leaking from a plastic connector line. The contact also stated that the engine started to misfire. The contact coasted the vehicle to the side of the road. In addition, the contact stated that the fuel was blowing onto the engine that could have resulted in him sustaining burn injuries. Medical attention was not received. The failure occurred on three different occasions. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer stated that they would file a report and provide an evaluation. The approximate failure mileage was 19,000. *Tt *tr *js
- Engine · Vehicle speed control
When accelerating around 4500 to 5500 rpm, the engine bogs and the motorcycle loses speed. other times, and at cruising speeds, when turning the throttle to accelerate at lower speeds, the bike does not accelerate immediately and takes a couple of seconds before it accelerates. when pulling in…
When accelerating around 4500 to 5500 rpm, the engine bogs and the motorcycle loses speed. other times, and at cruising speeds, when turning the throttle to accelerate at lower speeds, the bike does not accelerate immediately and takes a couple of seconds before it accelerates. when pulling in the clutch to change gears, the engine stalls. this can happen in the middle of a turn or driving down a straight road. this happens randomly. *tr
- Fuel/propulsion system · Suspension
Recalls.
- Structure › Body
Center stand bent while trying to stand up my bike on it. I rarely used it, never abused it. Poor engineering suggested by an authorized motorcycle mechanic! *tr
- Electrical system · Exterior lighting
My switches, right&left, both failed for the 2ND time in about 3 years. My right side switch failed while I was riding my bike, causing its stalling! so above and beyond the switch issues, the stalling issue IS the most annoying as that can directly effect your safety. I think a couple k1300s…
My switches, right&left, both failed for the 2ND time in about 3 years. My right side switch failed while I was riding my bike, causing its stalling! so above and beyond the switch issues, the stalling issue IS the most annoying as that can directly effect your safety. I think a couple k1300s drivers have reported crashes because of it. That IS certainly nothing to be downplayed. You know why reports are coming out now that BMW IS finally looking into the problem? Because people filed the reports, complained on the forums and called bmwna to see what the heck was going on and for them to get off their arzsses! I am trying to encourage those of us who have been or may be impacted by these problems (switch failures and now the stalling) to take proactive ownership of the problem and not leave our collective safety in the hands of bmwna. now, if the dealers don't have the switches (plano, tx and nashville, tn), it IS bmwna's fault - no? if they know that bikes have had bad switches on them, BMW should issue a recall for those bikes that are affected, distribute enough switches to the dealers and replace them all! But, that IS not happening. Why not? I'm sorry, but I don't buy into the "nothing you can do about that" theory. I don't care what the actual problem IS, it can be fixed. Fixing it yourself and avoiding becoming stranded IS not silly. "the problem IS a little more complex then just cutting and splicing two wires together." do we know for certain when the problem switches were made? Do we know what bikes (made when?) will have the problem? When did the assembly line change to the allegedly "redesigned switches"? *tr
- Electrical system · Exterior lighting
Left hand-side multiswitch failure. Left without horn, turn signals, windshield adjustment etc. Operating any bike without an operational multiswitch to control the functions enumerated above IS very dangerous and illegal. Safety check will expire soon and can't pass it without an operating…
Left hand-side multiswitch failure. Left without horn, turn signals, windshield adjustment etc. Operating any bike without an operational multiswitch to control the functions enumerated above IS very dangerous and illegal. Safety check will expire soon and can't pass it without an operating multiswitch. Replacing it by BMW costs over $700. It seems that BMW has a long history with faulty multiswitches, both left and right hand side. BMW should be determined to offer a recall on their multiswitches immediately! *tr
- Electrical system
Left handle bar multifunction switch IS malfunctioning again. This IS the second switch on this bike. The right turn signal will not operate and the windshield will not retract. This IS an ongoing problem with these bikes. When you expect the turn signal to be operating and it doesn't it can cause…
Left handle bar multifunction switch IS malfunctioning again. This IS the second switch on this bike. The right turn signal will not operate and the windshield will not retract. This IS an ongoing problem with these bikes. When you expect the turn signal to be operating and it doesn't it can cause an accident. Also when you want the windshield to retract when it IS rain streaked and your visibility IS blocked, it can also cause an accident. *tr
- Structure › Motorcycle › Kickstand/center stand
Center stand bent while trying to stand up my bike on it. I rarely used it, never abused it. Poor engineering suggested by an authorized motorcycle mechanic. *tr
- Electrical system
The switches on the right handlebar, for the emergency engine off/engine-start functions failed! As a result engine dangerously stalled while in motion(almost crashed my bike), luckily I was traveling at only 30mph. *tr
- Service brakes
Brake fluid in the front reservoir IS foaming, can result in brake failure! *Tr
- Electrical system
No response from the left and right turn signals, horn, electrical windshield, cruise control. an internationally known issue on this BMW bike. Surprised there IS no recall issued yet! BMW dealer charges over $600.00 to replace the left hand multi switch part # 61318546213. *tr
- Electrical system · Exterior lighting
Appalled to discover that even the reputable BMW no longer stands behind its products! About 3 years after the initial purchase (brand new) from an authorized BMW dealer, rode my BMW for the 1ST time, on a rainy day. The next day, before leaving my garage(i always parked this bike in a covered…
Appalled to discover that even the reputable BMW no longer stands behind its products! About 3 years after the initial purchase (brand new) from an authorized BMW dealer, rode my BMW for the 1ST time, on a rainy day. The next day, before leaving my garage(i always parked this bike in a covered garage) I noticed that the right turn signal was not functioning. The 4 way signal/hazard was ok though. One week later, while riding it for the 2ND time in rain, I've noticed that there was no response from the horn, left & right turn signals, electrical windshield, cruise ctrl. (Surprisingly the 4WAY was functional still). Since the warranty expired a few months ago, the BMW dealer charged me over $700.00 to replace the left hand multi switch part # 61318546213. I've called BMW on 7 occasions to try to pursue them to at least reimburse me the $470 for the part. On my last attempt spoken to BMW complain dept. Supervisor [xxx], on 12:49 pm, 02/13/14. Explained to them that this issue IS very similar to another known nhtsa issue(see campaign number: 09v384000). Also stressed the fact that the bike was never dropped and that I've been taken extraordinary care for it. There IS no excuse for something like this to occur! so as a result of the bmw's indifference to this issue I will boycott BMW from now on. information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(B)(6). *tr
- Electrical system · Engine and engine cooling · Fuel system, gasoline
Engine has stalled numerous times since new. third time in for this problem in a year. this condition creates a serious safety hazard. if it worsens, it will substantially impair the use or value of my motorcycle. occurs with clutch in or out, in gear & in neutral. happens at idle &…
Engine has stalled numerous times since new. third time in for this problem in a year. this condition creates a serious safety hazard. if it worsens, it will substantially impair the use or value of my motorcycle. occurs with clutch in or out, in gear & in neutral. happens at idle & at various speeds up to 50 mph. happens as soon as after five minutes of riding or after an hour of riding. happens with one or two riders. *tr
- Service brakes, hydraulic
The brakes at the rear wheel locked up. Fortunately I was not traveling at speed but had stopped to get gas. It was at the pump that I discovered that the brake had locked up. The vehicle has been in the shop for six weeks and that to me IS an indication that the problem has not been sufficiently…
The brakes at the rear wheel locked up. Fortunately I was not traveling at speed but had stopped to get gas. It was at the pump that I discovered that the brake had locked up. The vehicle has been in the shop for six weeks and that to me IS an indication that the problem has not been sufficiently reported. at the pump I came to a complete stop and I overshot a little bit. A very little and I could have filled the tank at the place. But none the less I think I'll back up a little to get closer to the pump. it was at this point that I could not move the bike. My first response was to say what the and check that I wasn't stopped against a rock or down in a small depression. I wasn't. Tried again making sure I had the clutch lever pulled and might have put the machine in neutral and push backwards very hard two or three times. Still wouldn't budge. at this point I decided that something wasn't right. I start the motor, put the machine in gear and start to pull away from the pumps. I can now tell that something IS not right in my little escape from reality moto road trip world. I have to apply lots of throttle and as I ride around the pumps and toward an out of the way parking place, I have to apply more and more throttle and I can tell the machine IS locking up tighter and tighter. I just barely make it out of the line of traffic and the machine IS stuck solid. After I initially am stopped, I play with tying more and more throttle and get nowhere. I'm broke down in the heart of the city of farson wyoming. *tt
- Engine and engine cooling
My brother in law and I just purchased new 2010 BMW r1200rt motorcycles from two different dealers. we rode them over 600 miles. while riding the bikes the engine would die without any reason. His died two times and mine died five times, unrelated to any specific gear, or riding condition…
My brother in law and I just purchased new 2010 BMW r1200rt motorcycles from two different dealers. we rode them over 600 miles. while riding the bikes the engine would die without any reason. His died two times and mine died five times, unrelated to any specific gear, or riding condition, acceleration or deceleration. after returning from the trip we took our bikes to the BMW dealer for service....explained the trouble...the service technician said he was aware of the problem and that there was a BMW recall to fix the problem...but he didn't have everything he needed to take care of it.....probably would be two weeks.....i can't believe that BMW IS selling brand new motorcycles that they know are defective and extremely dangerous.....can you imagine riding a motorcycle at 70 miles per hour and the engine just stops without any warning and for no reason.....the BMW dealerships should not be allowed to sell the bikes until they are fixed...... *Tr
Defect investigations
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation opened these reviews into vehicles including this one.
- Fuel Leak - Motorycle
ODI began investigating this issue after owners of model year (MY) 2004-2011 R-series BMW motorcycles reported incidents of pressurized fuel leakage from the fuel pump flange.Some owners first became aware of the problem when their pant leg was fuel-soaked.Prior to opening our initial investigation on November 16…
ODI began investigating this issue after owners of model year (MY) 2004-2011 R-series BMW motorcycles reported incidents of pressurized fuel leakage from the fuel pump flange.Some owners first became aware of the problem when their pant leg was fuel-soaked.Prior to opening our initial investigation on November 16, 2012, BMW had concluded that the small number of warranty claims and owner reports did not indicate the existence of a safety defect trend.However, during the course of responding to our information requests, BMW re-examined its data and decided to conduct a recall (13V-617) of the subject motorcycles.In conducting recall 13V-617, BMW voluntarily expanded the scope of affected vehicles from ODI'soriginal scope, MY2005-2008 R-series motorcycles, to include the primary and auxiliary fuel pumps on all MY 2005-2011 R-series, MY 2005-2011 K12&13 models, MY 2010-2011 RR models, and the MY 2012 K1600 motorcycles.The total number of motorcycles subject to this recalled is 50,184.The 55 reports cited in this investigation can be viewed at: http://www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/owners/SearchNHTSAID under the following complaint identification numbers:10485789,10449393,10521322,10475150,10435325,10493015,10471642, 10448216,10488899,10356156,10433733,10442023,10492342,10435968, 10492961,10504324,10485882,10433013,10453738,10474390,10417320, 10485276,10444876,10508150,10485807,10492118,10491835,10425962, 10430734,10488652,10485274,10493320,10522421,10399423,10443840, 10448325,10490417,10485452,10433589,10467136,10420291,10503806, 10532145,10523763,10523626,10425514,10354202,10437222,10444742, 10454834,10532172,10487624,10435984,10452476, 10485337
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10249027The electrical system of BMW vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few years. This has led to increased demands being placed on the battery. This document covers important information for the dealer on how to handle discharged battery complaints.
- 10245433BMW Motorrad USA has become aware of a potential durability issue with the film type fuel level sender Fuel Strip equipped on certain model year 2005 to 2013 R and K series motorcycles.
- 10204667One of the following situations can occur when connecting to BN2000 motorcycles: 1. The installed control units cannot be found when reading out with ISTA. 2. Control units initially communicate after connecting to the vehicle, but communication later stops.
- 10182619Discharged Battery Energy Diagnosis Must Be Performed: The electrical system of BMW vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few years. This has led to increased demands being placed on the battery. This document covers important information for the dealer on how to handle "discharged battery" complaints. In order to properly repair the vehicle the first time in the workshop, it is very important that the diagnostic test plans are performed to completion, with all results taken into consideration. Without performing the energy diagnosis test plan, the root cause of the discharged battery cannot be identified. This increases the chances of a repeat repair.
- 10149288Navigator V maintains a Bluetooth connection to a mobile phone for a short period.
- 10147848Bluetooth issues between Navigators, mobile phones, communication and audio systems.
- 10147756Mist forms in the headlight. This is due to condensation and goes away again.
- 10147588Oil leak at theseal between the cylinder head cover and cylinder head on the right in the direction of travel. Due to retrofit of chain gauide which prevents skipping of the timing chain.
- 10147121Within the framework of quality monitoring, BMW Motorrad has ascertained that sporadic hot-starting faults have affected some of these motorcycles. When the hot engine is cranked over the starter motor turns reluctantly, starter speed is not reached and in some cases the engine refuses to start.
- 10056106BMW mc: see document search button for owner letter. Information provided regarding the warranty extension, with out mileage limitations, to 12 years due to a potential durability issue with film type fuel level sender fuel strip. Model 2005-2013 r, k series.
- 10040845BMW: loss of performance and turbocharger noise due to the oil supply restricted, causing oil starvation and resulting in the seizing of the turbocharger assembly. Updated 7/09/13. Updated 9/25/15.
- 10038217BMW: crankcase pressure diagnosis and information for all vehicles. Updated on 4/24/2013.
- 10037025BMW: procedure for determining and replacing incandescent and halogen light bulbs under warranty.
- 10033152BMW motorcycle: optimization of the engine management software. Engine idle of some models can become unstable when the rider disengages the clutch to bring the motorcycle to a stop or when the clutch IS disengaged for a gearshift. No specific model year listed.
- 10033130BMW vehicles: fuel level sensor repairs. Where it IS necessary to replace the right or the left side fuel level sensor due to a failure, the entire pump and housing or delivery unit (suction jet assembly) do not need to be replaced as well. In some cases, epc does not show that the repair kit IS available separately in the illustration, but it IS available in the parts description. All models. No model years listed.
- 10032472BMW motorcycle: fuel related deposits. When rolling off the throttle and the clutch IS disengaged, the motorcycle can come to rest at an unstable idle speed. These deposits are restricting critical air flow at idle speed.
Every BMW K1300 GT model year
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