BMW K 1600 GT, K 1600 GTL: Software

Date

Oct. 25, 2013

Filed by

BMW of North America, LLC

Vehicles

BMW K 1600 GT (2012); BMW K 1600 GTL (2012)

Component

Electrical System › Software; Engine; Vehicle Speed Control

Description of the defect

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.

Potentially affected

2475

What can happen

As a result of the reduced engine speed, the engine could stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

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.

Recall notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Owner notification date

Dec. 20, 2013

Recall type

V (vehicle)

Influenced by

MFR

Recall number

13V526000

What should I do? Car recall: how to check your car and get it fixed

Source: NHTSA · Vehicle record. View the agency notice. The agency notice governs; check it and the company before acting.