repaired · 2022 Q4
Delivery: fuel pump
Risk. A fuel leak, in the presence of an ignition source, may result in a fire.
2011 BMW K1300 SProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 5 owner complaints about the 2011 BMW K1300 S, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 5 safety recalls, and for recall 21V-060 the manufacturer reports only 43% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through May 12, 2021. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2011 BMW K1300 S has problems
5 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
2Electrical system
2Fuel system, gasoline
1Engine and engine cooling
1Fuel/propulsion system
1Power train
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel system, gasoline | 2 | 0 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 1 | 0 |
| Power train | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
5 recalls
2011 BMW K1300 S recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2022 Q4
Delivery: fuel pump
Risk. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2016 Q3
Wheels: lugs/nuts/bolts/studs
Risk. If the rear wheel mounting flange cracks, the mounting bolts may loosen and the rear wheel may not remain secured to the motorcycle, causing a loss of…
repaired · 2015 Q3
Delivery: fuel pump
Risk. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.
Show 1 more recall
no report yet
Suspension: rear
Risk. THIS COULD AFFECT THE HANDLING OF THE MOTORCYCLE INCREASING THE RISK A DRIVER MAY LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE RESULTING IN A CRASH.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with BMW.
Best & worst years
2011 vs. every other K1300 S year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the K1300 S median. How we score
'09'10'11'12'13'14'15
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
1 investigation
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2011 BMW K1300 S, and the recalls they led to.
- Fuel Leak - MotorycleLed to recall 13V-617
In owners' words
What K1300 S owners report
Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
WHEN THE MOTORCYCLE IS FULLY WARMED UP AND TURNED OFF BRIEFLY IT FREQUENTLY WILL NOT RESTART. THE STARTER MOTOR STRUGGLES TO CRANK A LITTLE BUT THE ENGINE DOES NOT TURN OVER. AN HOUR OF COOLING DOWN AND IT WILL START. HAS OCCURRED MANY TIMES OVER OWNERSHIP SINCE NEW.
COMING TO RED STOP LIGHT MOTORCYCLE STALLED WHEN PULLING THE CLUTCH LEVER IN. 4 TIMES IN LESS THAN 200 MILES. NO DASH LIGHTS ILLUMINATED INDICATING MALFUNCTION OR BULB CHECKS. HEADLIGHT WENT OUT. TACHOMETER IS ANALOG AND DOES NOT READ BELOW 1,000 RPM MAKING IT DIFFICULT TO TELL THAT WAY THAT ENGINE…
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