Recall 19V692 affects 4,672 2017-2020 BMW K1600B, K 1600 GTL, and K 1600 GT motorcycles for transmission damage. Free repair once BMW opens it.
BMW is recalling 4,672 2017-2020 K1600B, K 1600 GTL, and K 1600 GT motorcycles under recall 19V692 because transmission parts were not hardened properly. Double gear engagement or transmission damage can lock the rear wheel, affect stability, and increase crash risk; the final BMW dealer repair will be free once BMW opens it.
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What's wrong?
The manual transmission on 2017-2020 BMW K1600B, K 1600 GTL, and K 1600 GT motorcycles is the gearbox that transfers engine power to the rear wheel. It uses shift forks, a selector sleeve, and gear wheels to engage the gear the rider selects and keep the other gears out of engagement.
On affected motorcycles, certain transmission parts were not made to the required hardness level. Parts that are too soft for their job can wear or deform under load. That can affect how the transmission shifts, allow double engagement of two gears, and damage internal transmission parts. In the reported failure pattern, the rear wheel became blocked.
There is no warning sign before failure. The rider is not given a reliable sound, light, or change in feel that signals the transmission parts are about to fail.
Who's affected?
Spans K1600B, K 1600 GTL, and K 1600 GT motorcycles across 2017-2020, all tied to the manual transmission.
| 2018 BMW K1600B | manual transmission |
|---|---|
| 2018 BMW K 1600 GTL | manual transmission |
| 2017 BMW K 1600 GT | manual transmission |
| 2018 BMW K 1600 GT | manual transmission |
| 2019 BMW K1600B | manual transmission |
| 2020 BMW K1600B | manual transmission |
| 2019 BMW K 1600 GTL | manual transmission |
| 2020 BMW K 1600 GTL | manual transmission |
| 2019 BMW K 1600 GT | manual transmission |
| 2020 BMW K 1600 GT | manual transmission |
| Units affected | 4,672 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 3 field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific motorcycle is included.
What's the safety risk?
Double gear engagement or transmission damage can lock the rear wheel, affect vehicle stability, and increase the risk of a crash. Use extra caution until the remedy opens, and ask the dealer what interim guidance applies to your VIN. Repair will be free at any franchised BMW dealer once BMW opens it.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2017-2020 BMW K1600B, K 1600 GTL, or K 1600 GT is included in this recall.
- Wait for BMW's second owner letter before scheduling the final transmission repair.
- Call BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 with questions and reference recall number 19V692 when you call.
- Schedule the shift-fork, selector-sleeve, and 6th-gear-wheel replacement once BMW opens the remedy; the repair fixes the under-hardened transmission parts.
- Limit riding until the repair is complete, because transmission damage can lock the rear wheel.
What happens at the repair
The final dealer repair is not open yet. Once BMW opens the remedy, a BMW technician will replace the shift forks, the selector sleeve for 5th and 6th gear, and the 6th gear wheel. The final repair will be free under the recall. BMW already mailed an interim safety notice, and a second owner letter will follow when the remedy is available. If you already paid to replace these parts or the transmission before the recall notice, BMW's standard reimbursement plan covers eligible expenses. Contact BMW customer service with your repair documentation.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| October 1, 2019 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| October 3, 2019 | Dealer notification began |
| October 3, 2019 | Dealer notification ended |
| October 17, 2019 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| October 17, 2019 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| March 11, 2020 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 19V692?
Recall 19V692 covers 4,672 2017-2020 BMW K1600B, K 1600 GTL, and K 1600 GT motorcycles with transmission parts that were not produced to the required hardness. Double gear engagement or transmission damage can lock the rear wheel, reduce stability, and increase crash risk.
What should I do if my 2017-2020 BMW K1600B, K 1600 GTL, or K 1600 GT is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorcycle is included in recall 19V692. If it is, contact a franchised BMW dealer and ask whether the final repair is open for your VIN. Reference recall 19V692 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires BMW to repair the defect at no cost. The planned dealer repair replaces the shift forks, the selector sleeve of 5th/6th gear, and the 6th gear wheel free of charge once the remedy is available.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is rear-wheel lockup from double gear engagement or transmission damage. That loss of rear-wheel control can reduce vehicle stability and increase crash risk. If your VIN is included, ask the BMW dealer for current riding guidance before your appointment.
When were owners notified about recall 19V692?
BMW mailed interim owner letters about the safety risk on November 1, 2019. The recall record says a second letter goes out once the remedy is available. A franchised BMW dealer can confirm whether the final repair is open for your VIN.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/19V692000 |
|---|---|
| BMW customer service | 1-800-525-7417 |
| NHTSA recall # | 19V692 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 19V692000 |
Source documents
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Download Misc. Document (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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