CarRecallWatchThe 2018 BMW X6 has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 fire.
The most-reported problem area is Service Brakes (1 report).
2018 BMW X6 recalls
Child Seat Anchors May Be Damaged, Raising Crash Injury Risk
BMW is recalling certain X6 SUVs because the rear seat lower anchor bars, which secure child car seats, may become damaged over time when used with an ISOFIX-type, rigid-style connector child restraint.
Loose Wheel Bolts Can Break and Cause Loss of Control
Some wheel bolts on these vehicles may not have been properly tightened at the factory.
Front Control Arm May Break, Hurting Steering and Crash Risk
A pivot bolt on the front lower-left control arm may not have been properly hardened.
Loose Front Suspension Bolts Can Raise Crash Risk
Some front suspension bolts on these vehicles may not have been properly tightened at the factory.
Most common 2018 BMW X6 problems
Problem areas named in the 4 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 1 |
| Steering | 1 |
| Suspension | 1 |
| Unknown Or Other | 1 |
| Tires | 1 |
| Power Train | 1 |
What owners report
During operation in DRIVE, the vehicle would shift to PARK, without the control lever being operated. This occurred intermittently, but with greater frequency over time. The safety concern is that it occurred while in traffic and even occurred on an Interstate highway, while at momentary stop. When reported to BMW, the failure was isolated to the mechatronics, the components including electronic valve body, seals, etc. that control BMW automatic transmission functions. This is not a failure of an eco-mode or other fuel efficiency option. The item required costly repair, but confidence that a single part or system was isolated and repair is complete has not been confirmed.
The contact owns a 2018 BMW X6 equipped with Pirelli Scorpion Verde All Season tires, Tire Size: 255/50/R19, DOT number: UN64P9784417. While his wife was driving 70 MPH, the passengerâs side rear tire delaminated two tread belts and began whipping inside of the wheel well. Due to the failure, a friction fire ignited inside the wheel well which caused two rows of the tread to separate from the tire. The contact's wife pulled off to the shoulder and pressed the emergency button for immediate assistance. The authorities were dispatched to the scene. There was no injury reported. The vehicle was towed to the dealer and the contact made the service representative aware of the failure. The conta
WE RECEIVED A RECALL LETTER. THERE WAS APPARENTLY NO FIX AVAILABLE YET, RENDERING THE VEHICLE UNSAFE TO TRANSPORT A CHILD. I WAS ADVISED BY A BMW DEALERSHIP THEY COULD GET THE PARTS. HAVE BEEN WAITING ALMOST A WEEK WITH NO REMEDY AND WAS TOLD TODAY THAT THEY WERE STILL TRYING. CALLED BMW CORPORATE AND THEY SAID THE PARTS WERE IN GERMAN AND IT WAS UP TO THE LOCAL DEALERSHIP TO LOCATE. THEY WERE UNABLE TO HELP. MY CAR IS UNUSABLE TO TRANSPORT MY GRANDSON AND NO REMEDY IS IN SIGHT. BMW IS TAKING A "SO WHAT" ATTITUDE! THIS IS AN UNACCEPTABLE SAFETY SITUATION. THIS IS THE INFORMATION ABOUT THE RECALL: NHTSA RECALL NUMBER19V823 RECALL STATUSRECALL INCOMPLETE, REMEDY NOT YET AVAILABLE
MULTIPLE ISSUES WITH THE FRONT SYSTEM AND CAUSES INSTABILITY, ISSUES WITH THE SUSPENSION AND THE EARLY WARNING SYSTEM. NEVER WAS FIXED PROPERLY FROM BMW TENAFLY
2018 BMW X6 questions
Does the 2018 BMW X6 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2018 BMW X6: Child Seat Anchors May Be Damaged, Raising Crash Injury Risk; Loose Wheel Bolts Can Break and Cause Loss of Control; Front Control Arm May Break, Hurting Steering and Crash Risk; Loose Front Suspension Bolts Can Raise Crash Risk. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2018 BMW X6?
Based on 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Service Brakes (1), Steering (1), Suspension (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2018 BMW X6 has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.