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NHTSA Recall 24V165000: Suspension: front

BMW of North America, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 191 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the BMW K 1600 B.

191
vehicles potentially affected
4
models affected
2024
owners notified (April 29)
NHTSA campaign24V165000
ComponentSUSPENSION › FRONT
Report receivedFebruary 29, 2024
Owner notificationApril 29, 2024
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2024 R 1250RT, K 1600GT, K 1600GTL, and K 1600B motorcycles. The front spring strut may contain an incorrectly manufactured proportional valve that can loosen, and result in strut failure and a loss of stability.

Safety risk

A loss of stability while riding can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect the strut production dates and replace the front spring struts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 29, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

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.nhtsa.gov.

Vehicles covered by recall 24V165000

Make and modelModel years
BMW K 1600 B2024
BMW K 1600 GT2024
BMW K 1600 Gtl2024
BMW R 1250 RT2024

Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.