BMW K 1600 Grand America: problems, complaints, bulletins
Summary for the BMW K 1600 Grand America across 6 model years: 0 owner complaints and 5 NHTSA service bulletins, plus repair videos. Pick a year for details.
Model years
| Year | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) | YouTube repair videos |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2022 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| 2021 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 2020 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 2019 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Equipment | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Fuel system | 0 | 0 | 2 |
What to check before buying
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
- Engine. Cold start, unusual noises, oil leaks and engine codes.
- Fuel system. Fuel smell, leaks, rough running, fuel-system codes.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- Return Control Unit Reverser
- On affected vehicles, a clamp on the fuel hose (quick coupling connector to the fuel pump) can happen to…
- On affected vehicles, a clamp on the fuel hose (quick coupling connector to the fuel pump) can happen to…
- The electrical system of BMW vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few…
- BMW Motorrad USA is pleased to announce the launch of the BMW Motorrad Ultimate Care Program, effective…
Other models of this make
Read also
Sources: public NHTSA data (USA): service bulletins and owner complaints; YouTube: links to videos credited to their authors. Complaints are owner statements not verified by NHTSA, and describe defects rather than crash damage. Data updated 2026-11-04.