BMW X6 (2019) recall — Wheels
BMW is recalling certain 2018-2019 X6 models with potentially loose wheel bolts that could affect handling and increase crash risk. Owners should contact BMW for free bolt replacement.
Use caution until it’s fixed
The improperly tightened wheel bolts may loosen and break, affecting vehicle handling and control and increasing the risk of a crash.
Contact the company & request your remedy
What happened, in plain English
BMW is recalling 2018-2019 X6 models where wheel bolts may not be properly tightened. This could lead to loss of vehicle control and crashes if the bolts loosen or break. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1223565-bmw-x6-2019-recall-loose-wheel-bolts-risk-crash.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1223565-bmw-x6-2019-recall-loose-wheel-bolts-risk-crash · Updated October 5, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #18V614000
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“BMW X6 (2019) Recall: Loose Wheel Bolts Risk Crash.” GovInfoNow, updated October 5, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1223565-bmw-x6-2019-recall-loose-wheel-bolts-risk-crash. Based on NHTSA recall #18V614000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=18V614000).
Why it’s dangerous
Improperly tightened wheel bolts can loosen over time, causing the wheels to become unstable. This may lead to loss of vehicle control, making crashes more likely during normal driving conditions.
Who’s affected
Owners of 2018-2019 BMW X6 sDrive35i, X6 xDrive35i, X6 xDrive50i, and X6M models are affected. Drivers with these vehicles are most at risk if bolts loosen during driving.
How to tell if you have this one
Check if your 2018-2019 BMW X6 sDrive35i, X6 xDrive35i, X6 xDrive50i, or X6M model has wheel bolts that weren't properly tightened. The recall started November 1, 2018.
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What to do — step by step
Contact BMW
Reach out to BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 to schedule a free bolt replacement.
What NHTSA says to do
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace and tighten all of the wheel bolts, free of charge. The recall began November 1, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Questions people ask
Do I need to stop using my BMW X6 immediately?
No, the recall does not require immediate stop use. BMW will replace the bolts at no cost through dealers.
When did this recall start?
The recall began November 1, 2018.
How can I check if my X6 is affected?
Your 2018-2019 X6 sDrive35i, X6 xDrive35i, X6 xDrive50i, or X6M model may be affected if the wheel bolts weren't properly tightened.
Contact BMW
We’ve drafted a message you can send BMW to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 18V614000 — BMW BMW Hello, I own a BMW that is covered by recall 18V614000 from BMW. The official recall notice states: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace and tighten all of the wheel bolts, free of charge. The recall began November 1, 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 #18V614000 (December 9, 2018)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 5, 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.