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OFFICIAL NHTSA RECALL

26V214000

Power Train:manual Transmission:seals/gaskets

Reported Apr 2, 2026 · BMW of North America, LLC

Summary

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2017-2025 K 1600 GT, GTL, B and 2018-2025 Grand America vehicles. The seal for the reverse gear control unit may deteriorate and allow moisture inside the control unit, which can result in the unit overheating.

Consequence

An overheated reverse gear control unit increases the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the reverse gear control unit, free of charge. Letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed May 28, 2026. A second letter will be mailed once the remedy is available. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning May 25, 2026.

Notes

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Vehicle entries in this campaign

2025 BMW K 1600 Gt2025 BMW K 1600 Gtl2025 BMW K 1600 Grand America2025 BMW K 1600 B2024 BMW K 1600 Gtl2024 BMW K 1600 B2024 BMW K 1600 Gt2024 BMW K 1600 Grand America2023 BMW K 1600 Grand America2023 BMW K 1600 Gtl2023 BMW K 1600 Gt2023 BMW K 1600 B2022 BMW K 1600 B2022 BMW K 1600 Grand America2022 BMW K 1600 Gtl2022 BMW K 1600 Gt2021 BMW K 1600 B2021 BMW K 1600 Gt2021 BMW K 1600 Grand America2021 BMW K 1600 Gtl2020 BMW K 1600 Gt2020 BMW K 1600 Gtl2020 BMW K 1600 Grand America2020 BMW K 1600 B2019 BMW K 1600 Gt2019 BMW K 1600 Grand America2019 BMW K 1600 Gtl2019 BMW K 1600 B2018 BMW K 1600 Gt2018 BMW K 1600 Gtl

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This is model-level recall history. It does not confirm whether a particular VIN is affected or has received the repair. Check with NHTSA ↗