Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2009 BMW K 1300 GT
NHTSA data on file today
The 2009 BMW K 1300 GT has 7 NHTSA recall campaigns and 47 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #20V471000 Fuel Pump Flange may Leak NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #15V141000 Rear Wheel Mounting Flange may Crack NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #13V617000 Fuel Pump Flange may Leak NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #10V488000 REAR WHEEL LINKAGE NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #09V471000 ENGINE STALL NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #09V384000 HANDLEBAR SWITCHES NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #09V202000 FRONT BRAKE SYSTEM NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Engine and Engine Cooling 25 complaints
- Engine 8 complaints
- Power Train 6 complaints
- Fuel System, Gasoline 5 complaints
- Fuel/Propulsion System 4 complaints
- Electrical System 3 complaints
Below average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $5,000–$10,000AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
The 2009 BMW K 1300 GT shows a below-average reliability profile with 47 complaints and 7 recalls. Key issues are related to engine cooling, the fuel system, and electrical components. Complaints are mainly focused on engine-related problems, suggesting it might be a common concern. Due to the number of recalls and complaints, coupled with critical components involved, the reliability outlook is cautious.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine cooling | 40,000–60,000 miles | $300–$1,200 | common |
| Fuel system | 30,000–50,000 miles | $200–$800 | occasional |
| Electrical components | 50,000–70,000 miles | $100–$600 | rare |
AI estimate — not from NHTSA data: the mileage bands and repair-cost ranges above. Get a written repair quote before you budget.
Scheduled maintenance to budget
Routine items every owner should plan for.
- Oil and filter changes
- Brake fluid replacement
- Coolant level checks
- Air filter replacement
- Throttle body cleaning
- Tire inspection and replacement
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Engine stalling
- Fuel leaks or odors
- Electrical switch failure
- Brake fluid foaming
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2009 BMW K 1300 GT at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.