United StatesCertain 2017–2025 K 1600 GT, GTL, B and 2018–2025 Grand America vehicles are affected; owners can identify affected vehicles by these model names and model years. The seal for the reverse gear control unit may deteriorate and allow moisture inside, which can cause the unit to overheat and increase the risk of a fire. Dealers will replace the reverse gear control unit free of charge; owner notification letters were mailed May 28, 2026, a second letter will be sent when the remedy is available, VINs will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning May 25, 2026, and BMW customer service can be reached at 1-800-525-7417.
What's being recalled
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.
How to identify it
NHTSA campaign 26V214000
The hazard
An overheated reverse gear control unit increases the risk of a fire.
What to do
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.
The official notice
This page is a summary of the notice published by U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, collected from U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Check the original before you act on it.
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