Electrical system: softwareRecall 13V-526 · BMW vehicles
BMW of North America, LLC recall 13V-526 covers 2,475 BMW vehicles for a electrical system: software problem, reported to NHTSA on October 25, 2013. The manufacturer's latest report (2015 Q2) shows 78% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 13V526000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
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.
The risk
As a result of the reduced engine speed, the engine could stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
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.
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.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
78%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from January 10, 2011 to March 8, 2012. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.