Recall 26V214000
NHTSA safety recall campaign 26V214000. Component: POWER TRAIN. 9,160 units potentially affected.
Risk Summary (Consequence)
An overheated reverse gear control unit increases the risk of a fire.
Defect Summary
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.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the reverse gear control unit, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed May 25, 2026. 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.
Key Dates
Affected Vehicles
Recalls Affecting the Same Makes
Campaigns touching BMW from other manufacturers (last 3 years)
Same-Make Recall Activity
| Campaign | Report Date | Manufacturer | Component | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26V115000 | Feb 26, 2026 | BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC | EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 1 |
| 26V096000 | Feb 19, 2026 | BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 58,713 |
| 26V064000 | Feb 4, 2026 | BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC | EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 202 |
| 26V056000 | Jan 30, 2026 | BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY | 87,394 |
| 25V906000 | Dec 23, 2025 | BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM: CABLES | 1 |
| 25V871000 | Dec 17, 2025 | BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC | AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:HEAD | 851 |
| 25V857000 | Dec 11, 2025 | BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC | STEERING:LINKAGES:DRAG:POWER ASSIST SYSTEM | 36,922 |
| 25V837000 | Dec 4, 2025 | BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC | AIR BAGS:CRITICAL FASTENERS | 25 |
| 25V748000 | Oct 31, 2025 | BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC | AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE | 5,361 |
| 25V717000 | Oct 21, 2025 | BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC | SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:RETRACTOR | 1,024 |
How to Act on This Recall
- Owners: Contact your authorized dealer to schedule the remedy at no cost. Remedy is covered under 49 U.S.C. 30120.
- Fleets: Use the Fleet Recall Checker to scan your VIN list against this and other open campaigns.
- Looking up a specific VIN? Check VIN against NHTSA for open recalls on that vehicle.
- NHTSA contact: Vehicle Safety Hotline 1-888-327-4236.