BMW X6 (2019) recall — Suspension
BMW is recalling 2019 X6 models with potentially broken rear upper control arms that could affect handling and increase crash risk. Affected vehicles will have free replacement parts at dealers.
Use caution until it’s fixed
If a rear upper control arm breaks, it can affect vehicle handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Contact the company & request your remedy
What happened, in plain English
BMW is recalling certain 2019 X6 models because rear upper control arms might break due to improperly hardened bolts. This could affect vehicle handling and increase crash risk. Owners should contact BMW for free replacement parts. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1223564-bmw-x6-2019-suspension-recall-risk-of-crash-from-broken.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1223564-bmw-x6-2019-suspension-recall-risk-of-crash-from-broken · Updated October 6, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #18V680000
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“BMW X6 (2019) Suspension Recall: Risk of Crash from Broken Control Arms.” GovInfoNow, updated October 6, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1223564-bmw-x6-2019-suspension-recall-risk-of-crash-from-broken. Based on NHTSA recall #18V680000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=18V680000).
Why it’s dangerous
The rear upper control arm pivot bolts may have been improperly hardened, which could cause the control arms to break. If this happens, vehicle handling and control may be affected, increasing the risk of a crash.
Who’s affected
Owners of 2019 BMW X6 sDrive35i, X6 xDrive35i, X6 xDrive50i, and X6M models are affected. Drivers who frequently drive on rough roads or in areas with poor road conditions may be at higher risk.
How to tell if you have this one
Check if your 2019 BMW X6 sDrive35i, X6 xDrive35i, X6 xDrive50i, or X6M model was sold between September 2018 and the recall start date. The recall began September 21, 2018, so vehicles purchased before this date are affected.
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What to do — step by step
Contact BMW Customer Service
Call 1-800-525-7417 to schedule a replacement of both rear upper control arms at no cost.
What NHTSA says to do
All affected vehicles remain on dealer lots, therefore owner letters will not be mailed. BMW dealers will replace both rear upper control arms, free of charge. The recall began September 21, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Questions people ask
Why is this recall happening?
The rear upper control arm pivot bolts may have been improperly hardened, possibly causing the control arms to break.
How can I tell if my vehicle is affected?
Your vehicle is affected if it is a 2019 BMW X6 sDrive35i, X6 xDrive35i, X6 xDrive50i, or X6M model purchased before September 21, 2018.
What should I do if my vehicle is affected?
BMW dealers will replace both rear upper control arms for free. Contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 to schedule the replacement.
Contact BMW
We’ve drafted a message you can send BMW to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 18V680000 — BMW BMW Hello, I own a BMW that is covered by recall 18V680000 from BMW. The official recall notice states: All affected vehicles remain on dealer lots, therefore owner letters will not be mailed. BMW dealers will replace both rear upper control arms, free of charge. The recall began September 21, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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Where this comes from
The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
- Official source: NHTSA Recall #18V680000 (September 28, 2018)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 6, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the NHTSA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
- GovInfoNow is an independent service and is not a government agency. We republish official NHTSA recall data; we don’t issue, amend or administer recalls.