Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2010 BMW K 1300 GT
NHTSA data on file today
The 2010 BMW K 1300 GT has 5 NHTSA recall campaigns and 17 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
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Electrical System 7 complaints
- Fuel/Propulsion System 4 complaints
- Exterior Lighting 3 complaints
- Engine and Engine Cooling 2 complaints
- Structure 2 complaints
- Engine 1 complaint
Of the 17 complaints on file, 1 reports a crash (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Below average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $4,000–$7,000AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
The 2010 BMW K 1300 GT suffers from multiple fuel system recalls, notably the fuel pump, which may develop cracks and leaks. This suggests a below-average reliability rating. Owner complaints are few, but fuel system issues could lead to significant cost and inconvenience.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel pump | 30,000–60,000 miles | $500–$800 | very common |
| Electrical system | 40,000–70,000 miles | $400–$700 | occasional |
| Wheels lugs/nuts/bolts | 40,000–80,000 miles | $100–$300 | common |
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.
- Change engine oil and filter
- Replace air filter every 18,000 miles
- Inspect brake system regularly
- Replace coolant every 2 years
- Check and adjust valves every 12,000 miles
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Fuel odors around bike
- Difficulty starting engine
- Unstable ride or vibrations
- Dim or flickering lights
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2010 BMW K 1300 GT at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.