BMW X6 recalls

Affected vehicles are already included in Safety Recalls within the markets they have previously resided in. The vehicles may be fitted with a driver and/or passenger airbag/s which if deployed may do so with excessive force causing sharp metal fragments to be released this may cause serious injury which could prove fatal to people in the vicinity.

Fix: Vehicles will have the affected airbags checked and if necessary replaced.

• X6: 1,143 vehicles · built 7 Aug 2007 to 24 Jun 2014
• X6: 189 vehicles · built 19 Mar 2014 to 22 Aug 2017

Affected vehicles may have had a retrofit or conversion of the airbag using a previously recalled airbag variant which if deployed may do so with excessive force causing sharp metal fragments to be released this may cause serious injury possibly fatal to people in the vicinity. The original factory fitment airbag for the vehicle is not affected.

Fix: Vehicles will have the airbag checked and if necessary replaced.

318 vehicles · built 11 May 2014 to 2 Sep 2017

On certain vehicles the Integrated Brake (IB) system may be impaired due to contamination between electrical contacts.

Fix: Vehicles that may be affected by contamination are required to have the vehicle’s software updated which can detect signal interference before it occurs. If symptoms are detected you should refrain from use of the vehicle and the affected Integrated Brake (IB) system component will be replaced.

818 vehicles · built 3 Oct 2022 to 14 Aug 2024

On affected vehicles the hall sensor in the driver and passenger front seat belt stalks may not have been correctly installed and it may indicate the seat belt is inserted correctly when it actually is not.

Fix: On affected vehicles the seat belt stalks will be tested and replaced if necessary.

10 vehicles · built 12 Apr 2024 to 18 Apr 2024

On affected vehicles an unexpected loss of hydraulic brake assistance may occur and may result in a different pedal behaviour under specific conditions an extended braking distance may be experienced and ABS/Stability control may be impaired

Fix: On the affected vehicles the Integrated Brake System will be replaced

207 vehicles · built 1 Mar 2023 to 21 Jul 2023

On affected vehicles risk of potential flooding could have occurred leading to salt water ingress whilst parked in port awaiting shipping

Fix: The affected vehicles will be thoroughly checked cleaned and reworked as required

12 vehicles · built 29 Jul 2023 to 26 Aug 2023

The driver and front passenger airbags may deploy with too much explosive force causing sharp metal fragments to be released into the cabin.

Fix: Replace the driver and front passenger airbags.

44,407 vehicles · built 7 Aug 2007 to 25 Jun 2014

A possible degradation of airbag propellant tablets could lead to an over-aggressive combustion in the event the airbag is activated which may cause the inflator body to rupture.

Fix: On affected vehicles the drivers airbag module will be replaced.

4,432 vehicles · built 20 Mar 2014 to 2 Sep 2017

Undetected EGR System leaks may cause thermal activity in the intake manifold.

Fix: The engine management control unit (DDE) will be programmed with improved software incorporating the latest OBD functionality.

322,745 vehicles · built 26 Aug 2019 to 24 Jul 2020

The Exhaust Gas Recirculation cooler may leak over time and cause thermal incident.

Fix: On the affected vehicles the EGR cooler module will be replaced.

319,399 vehicles · built 20 Mar 2014 to 3 Apr 2019

The Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) Module could leak over time�and cause thermal incident.

Fix: The EGR cooler will be internally inspected with an endoscope and replaced if evidence of leaking is found.

18,330 vehicles · built 29 Apr 2017 to 22 Aug 2018

The Integrated Brake system hydraulic unit may have been produced incorrectly

Fix: Replace the Integrated Brake system hydraulic unit.

139 vehicles · built 18 Feb 2020 to 19 Oct 2020

The battery cables on the 48V starter generator may not have been sufficiently secured during the production process.

Fix: Check the screw connection of the 48V positive / negative battery cables on the starter generator and rework if necessary.

388 vehicles · built 5 Jul 2020 to 17 Nov 2020

The front axle support (subframe) welding process has not been completed according to specifications.

Fix: Replace the front axle support.

10 vehicles · built 3 Jun 2020 to 3 Jun 2020

The rear spoiler attached to the top edge of the tailgate adjoining the rear of the roof can be inadequately bonded on the Right Hand side

Fix: Check for correct adhesion and replace if faulty

167 vehicles · built 4 Dec 2019 to 23 Jan 2020

The ISOFIX child restraint U-Loop may break off the carrier plate resulting in the child seat no longer being secure.

Fix: Weld an additional metal angle bracket to each ISOFIX U-Loop

8,155 vehicles · built 19 Mar 2014 to 3 Apr 2019

The blower regulator wiring could be damaged increasing the risk of fire.

Fix: The connection of the blower-regulator will be checked and reworked and if necessary the blower regulator will be replaced.

31,601 vehicles · built 13 Dec 2006 to 21 Aug 2011

The auxiliary water pump may short circuit causing a thermal incident.

Fix: The Auxiliary Water Pump of the affected vehicles will be replaced.

5,866 vehicles · built 2 Oct 2008 to 22 Oct 2011

The power steering idler pulley may detach.

Fix: Replace the pulley securing bolt with an alternative component.

21,123 vehicles · built 7 Aug 2007 to 18 Mar 2010

The EGR cooler may leakpresenting a fire risk

Fix: A visual inspection of the EGR cooler to check for leaks and excessive build-up of deposits. The EGR cooler will be replaced on all affected vehicles

225,449 vehicles · built 19 Mar 2014 to 21 May 2017

Due to a fault at the vehicles assembly line some wheel bolts may not have been tightened to specification.

Fix: On the affected vehicles the wheel bolts will be replaced.

19 vehicles · built 12 Jul 2018 to 1 Aug 2018

The electrical contact of the Electronic Control Unit (ECU) of the Electric Power Steering (EPS) is not sufficiently robust over the service life of the vehicle. As a result the power steering support may fail possibly leading to disconcerting driving situation for the driver. Additionally in a few cases a localised thermal event cannot be excluded.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the steering gear (EPS).

41 vehicles · built 19 Sep 2011 to 8 Dec 2015

Due to a fault with an internal connection within the Fuel Filter Heater (FFH) it is possible that during temperatures below freezing the FFH can remain permanently activated. This will normally cause the FFH to overheat which will result in the inability to start the vehicle due to a flat battery. This can occur even when the ignition is turned off. However in extreme cases it could cause a vehicle fire.

Fix: Recall all affected vehicles to replace the FFH.

21,502 vehicles · built 1 May 2009 to 30 Nov 2009

The power steering pump drive belt tensioner pulley securing bolt may fail which will lead to the loss of power steering assistance and the necessity for the driver to supply additional input to steering the vehicle.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the steering pump drive belt tensioner pulley securing bolt with a more robust version.

22,737 vehicles · built 1 Jun 2006 to 30 Nov 2012

The power steering box housing may not be machined to the correct specification. This could cause an over pressurisation of bellows due to the insecurity of a snap ring and result in a sudden loss of hydraulic pressure. Oil will then be sprayed onto hot engine components and may ignite.

Fix: Affected vehicles will be recalled to have the steering box replaced.

5 vehicles

Some engines are fitted with an additional water pump for the turbo charger. In some circumstances a crack may develop which then leads to melting of the plug connections and the housing. Further heat development may then lead to scorch damage. In exceptional cases such overheating can lead to smouldering of the water pump. If smouldering occurs an engine compartment fire and vehicle fire cannot be excluded.

Fix: The water pump will be replaced for a new more robust version.

21 vehicles

Due to the ingress of moisture it is possible that a short circuit can occur in the additional coolant pump for the exhaust turbocharger. The driver will be informed of the issue by a warning message on the display in the instrument panel. If not addressed it is possible for further heat build up in the pump which may cause the plug connection and housing to melt and in extreme cases a localised fire in the engine compartment or vehicle.

Fix: Recall all affected vehicles for the replacement of the additional coolant pump.

557 vehicles · built 16 Nov 2007 to 2 Feb 2011

Moisture may enter the fuel filter heater at an electrical connection. Should this occur it can cause a discharge of the battery causing non starting of the vehicle. Also if it occurs whilst the vehicle is in motion it could result in a fire when the vehicle is left unattended.

Fix: Recall all affected vehicles and replace the fuel filter heater.

21,923 vehicles · built 20 Aug 2008 to 12 Jun 2009

It has been identified that during the manufacturing process cracks may have formed in the area of the brake disc body. Subsequent surface treatment means that any such crack will not be detectable at a later date. Should a crack have formed this may cause the brake disc to fail whilst the vehicle is in motion causing the affected brake to become inoperative.

Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the rear axle brake discs checked for the affected production date. The brake discs will be checked if necessary.

53 vehicles · built 22 May 2009 to 1 Jun 2009