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BMW X6 M recalls

8 NHTSA safety recalls cover the BMW X6 M, across model years 2008–2020. Every recall repair is free at any BMW dealer.

8recalls
11model years affected
0do-not-drive / park-outside

Is yours affected? Check your X6 M by VIN — or pick your model year below for every recall, complaint and fix.

Recalls and owner complaints by model year

Of the BMW X6 M model years, the 2012 drew the most owner complaints (2).

NHTSA recalls2008: 1 recall20082009: 1 recall2010: 1 recall, 0 complaints20102011: 1 recall, 0 complaints2012: 1 recall, 2 complaints20122013: 0 recalls2014: 0 recalls20142015: 1 recall, 0 complaints2016: 1 recall, 0 complaints20162017: 1 recall, 0 complaints2018: 3 recalls, 0 complaints320182019: 3 recalls, 0 complaints2020: 3 recalls, 0 complaints2020Owner complaints to NHTSA2

Recalls: NHTSA campaigns covering each BMW X6 M model year on this page. Complaints: owner reports filed with NHTSA for that model year, including trims and variants sold under the model name (e.g. an F-150 page counts F-150 Raptor). Separate scales: compare the shape, not the heights across panels.

BMW X6 M recalls and owner complaints by model year
Model yearRecallsOwner complaints
20081no data
20091no data
201010
201110
201212
20130no data
20140no data
201510
201610
201710
201830
201930
202030

BMW X6 M recalls by model year

Most common BMW X6 M problems

What these recalls fix, grouped by the vehicle system NHTSA files them under:

  • Suspension3
  • Structure1
  • Steering1
  • Child Seat1
  • Wheels1
  • Engine and Engine Cooling1

Latest BMW X6 M recalls

  • BMW X6 (2020) recall — Structure
    Aug 14, 2020StructureModel years 2020

    BMW is recalling certain 2020 X6 models due to rear spoiler potentially detaching while driving, creating a road hazard and crash risk. Affected vehicles may need free replacement of the spoiler.

  • BMW X5 (2020) recall — Steering
    Jul 28, 2020SteeringModel years 2020

    BMW recalls 2019-2020 X5 and 2020 X6M models with potential steering column bearing plate looseness. Owners notified via phone; free repair available.

  • BMW X5 (2020) recall — Suspension
    Apr 11, 2020SuspensionModel years 2020

    BMW is recalling certain 2020 X5 models due to potential weld separation in front suspension, which could affect vehicle handling and increase crash risk. Owners should contact BMW for free replacement.

  • BMW X6 (2019) recall — Child Seat
    Nov 18, 2019Child SeatModel years 2015–2019

    BMW recalls 2015-2019 X6 models with rear seat lower anchor bars that may damage child seats during crashes. Owners must contact BMW for free repairs to prevent injury risks.

  • BMW X6 (2019) recall — Wheels
    Dec 9, 2018WheelsModel years 2018–2019

    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.

Recall timeline

When the BMW X6 M recalls were issued, by year — a cluster usually means one defect recalled in stages or across a platform.

  • 20203
  • 20191
  • 20183
  • 20171

BMW X6 M problems & complaints

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the BMW X6 M; the most reported area is engine. These are reports, not recalls: they are how NHTSA spots defects.

Owner complaints
2
Service bulletins (TSBs)
159+
Crashes / fires reported
0 / 0
Defect investigations
1 · 1 open

See BMW X6 M complaints, TSBs and investigations by year →

What to do if your BMW X6 M is recalled

  1. Confirm it’s yours. Recalls cover ranges of VINs, so check your VIN and confirm open recalls at NHTSA.gov.
  2. Heed any warning. A do-not-drive or park-outside recall applies until the repair is done.
  3. Call a BMW dealer with your VIN and book the repair. It’s free by law, whatever the vehicle’s age.
  4. Ask about a loaner or tow if parts are back-ordered or the vehicle isn’t safe to drive.
  5. Paid for the same fix already? Keep the receipt and ask BMW about reimbursement.

Every BMW X6 M recall, by model year

2020 BMW X6 M — 3 recalls

2017 BMW X6 M — 1 recall

2016 BMW X6 M — 1 recall

2015 BMW X6 M — 1 recall

2012 BMW X6 M — 1 recall

2011 BMW X6 M — 1 recall

2010 BMW X6 M — 1 recall

2009 BMW X6 M — 1 recall

2008 BMW X6 M — 1 recall

BMW X6 M recall questions

How many recalls does the BMW X6 M have?

We have 8 NHTSA safety recalls on record for the BMW X6 M, covering model years 2008–2020. The most recent was issued Aug 14, 2020 (Structure).

Which BMW X6 M model year has the most recalls?

The 2020 BMW X6 M has the most, with 3 recalls on record. Every model year with a recall is listed on this page with links to each one.

What are the most common BMW X6 M recall problems?

By system: Suspension (3), Structure (1), Steering (1), Child Seat (1).

Is it safe to drive a recalled BMW X6 M?

None of these recalls carries an NHTSA do-not-drive or park-outside warning, but each fixes a safety defect, so book the free repair promptly.

How do I check if my BMW X6 M has an open recall?

Run a VIN recall check: enter your 17-character VIN to see the recalls on record for your exact year, then confirm at NHTSA.gov which are still unrepaired on your vehicle. Any BMW dealer can also look it up.

Are BMW X6 M recall repairs free?

Yes. Federal law requires BMW to fix safety recalls free of charge at any authorized BMW dealer, regardless of the vehicle’s age or how many owners it has had.

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