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2008 BMW M6 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 6 complaints on file for the 2008 BMW M6 — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

6

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2008 compare to other M6 years?

M6 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2008 highlighted12 complaints1985: 0 complaints1986: 0 complaints1987: 0 complaints1988: 2 complaints2006: 2 complaints2007: 7 complaints2008: 6 complaints2009: 0 complaints2010: 0 complaints2013: 4 complaints2014: 10 complaints2015: 0 complaints2016: 12 complaints2017: 2 complaints2018: 3 complaints2019: 0 complaints
M6 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2008 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2008 BMW M6 problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Electrical System233%
Steering233%
Transmission233%

Does the 2008 BMW M6 have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

12V126000Electrical SystemMarch 26, 2012 · 367,682 units

Defect

BMW IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2004-2010 5-SERIES, MODEL YEAR 2004-2010 6-SERIES, MODEL YEAR 2006-2010 M5, AND MODEL YEAR 2007-2010 M6 VEHICLES. THE INSULATED BULKHEAD CONNECTOR FOR THE POSITIVE BATTERY CABLE MAY HAVE BEEN INCORRECTLY ATTACHED TO THE TRUNK FLOOR PANEL, WHICH CAN LEAD TO A LOOSENING OF THE BOLT CONNECTION. AS IT LOOSENS, AN INCREASE IN ELECTRICAL RESISTANCE AT THIS CABLE CONNECTION IS POSSIBLE AND COULD CAUSE THE CABLE CONNECTION TO OVERHEAT.

Consequence

OVERHEATING COULD LEAD TO A FIRE, EVEN WHILE THE VEHICLE IS NOT IN USE. AS A PRECAUTION, OWNERS ARE ADVISED TO PARK OUTSIDE UNTIL THE REMEDY HAS BEEN MADE.

Remedy

BMW WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND SECURE THE BATTERY BOLT CABLE CONNECTION AS NECESSARY, FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 30, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BMW CUSTOMER RELATIONS AND SERVICES AT 1-800-525-7417.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“DRIVING WHEN VEHICLE LOST POWER WOULDN'T SHIFT AND THEN ALL WHEELS LOCKED AND VEHICLE DIED IN THE MIDDLE OF TRAFFIC. VEHICLE IS HAS A ELECTRICAL CHARGE WHICH SHOCKS YOU WHEN GETTING OUT OF THE VEHICLE.”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Steering · July 26, 2017

“DRIVING WHEN VEHICLE LOST POWER WOULDN'T SHIFT AND THEN ALL WHEELS LOCKED AND VEHICLE DIED IN THE MIDDLE OF TRAFFIC. VEHICLE IS HAS A ELECTRICAL CHARGE WHICH SHOCKS YOU WHEN GETTING OUT OF THE VEHICLE.”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · July 26, 2017

“DRIVING WHEN VEHICLE LOST POWER WOULDN'T SHIFT AND THEN ALL WHEELS LOCKED AND VEHICLE DIED IN THE MIDDLE OF TRAFFIC. VEHICLE IS HAS A ELECTRICAL CHARGE WHICH SHOCKS YOU WHEN GETTING OUT OF THE VEHICLE.”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · July 26, 2017

2008 BMW M6 — common questions

Is the 2008 BMW M6 reliable?

The record is thin — 6 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

Does the 2008 BMW M6 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2008 BMW M6. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.