Common problems with the BMW X6
Some problems will only occur after many years of operation, others are related to technical solutions and forced the manufacturer to issue a recall. In the following overview, you will find the most common problems for the BMW X6, for which BMW has announced a recall through the EU Rapex system. For recalls and faults found in the UK scroll down.
If the problem is corrected in time, it may not affect the overall reliability of your BMW X6. However, the fault can often remain unresolved because the previous owner didn´t know about the recall or ignored the manufacturer’s letter.
The good news is that automakers usually provide unlimited time to correct such defects for free. Check to see if all of the potential problems with your BMW X6 have been resolved in the past. How to do it, we give advice on a special page.
Latest X6’s Issues in the EU
Friction corrosion on the connector from the wiring harness to the blower regulator may cause fluctuations in the electrical resistance, which … .
Defective hydraulic unit of the braking system may cause limited braking support and increased braking distance. Moreover, in such cases, the … .
The steering spindle may not have been properly bolted and could become detached. As a result, the steering control would be … .
If you wish to know more about eventual problems of a specific car (e.g. real mileage, potential traffic accidents damages, odometer rollback, repairs, etc.), then we suggest going to HPI-Check.
See also: BMW X6 Owners’ Reviews.
Latest X6’s Issues in the UK
- BMW X6 (2017 – 2018) – THE EGR MODULE COULD LEAKon 14. 06. 2021
BMW X6 (29/04/2017 – 22/08/2018) RECALL: Problem description: The Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) Module could leak over time and cause a ... .
- BMW X6 (2020) – THE BRAKE SYSTEM HYDRAULIC UNITon 22. 02. 2021
BMW X6 (18/02/2020 – 19/10/2020) RECALL: Problem description: The Integrated Brake system hydraulic unit may have been produced incorrectly.
- BMW X6 (2020) – THE BATTERY CABLES ON THE 48V STARTER-GENERATORon 25. 01. 2021
BMW X6 (05/07/2020 – 17/11/2020) RECALL: Problem description: The battery cables on the 48V starter-generator may not have been sufficiently secured ... .
