BMW X6 M years to avoid
The BMW X6 M years to avoid are 2017, 2018, 2015, 2016 — each drew complaint volumes well above the model's norm or has an open safety investigation. The 2020 is the cleanest year on record.
2
Total complaints
8
Recall campaigns
2008–2020
Years covered
4
Years to avoid
Complaints by model year
X6 M years to avoid
| Year | Why | Complaints | vs avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | Open safety investigation | 0 | |
| 2018 | Open safety investigation | 0 | |
| 2015 | Open safety investigation | 0 | |
| 2016 | Open safety investigation | 0 |
Every X6 M year
| Year | Complaints | Recalls | Investigations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 0 | 3 | |
| 2019 | 0 | 3 | |
| 2018avoid | 0 | 3 | |
| 2017avoid | 0 | 1 | |
| 2016avoid | 0 | 1 | |
| 2015avoid | 0 | 1 | |
| 2012 | 2 | 1 | |
| 2011 | 0 | 1 | |
| 2010 | 0 | 1 | |
| 2009 | 0 | 1 | |
| 2008 | 0 | 1 |
Common questions
What are the worst BMW X6 M years?
Based on NHTSA complaint rates and open investigations, the X6 M years to avoid are 2017, 2018, 2015, 2016. The cleanest year on record is 2020.
What is the best year for the BMW X6 M?
By complaint volume, 2020 has the cleanest NHTSA record among X6 M years with enough data to compare.
How many recalls does the BMW X6 M have?
Across all model years, the X6 M has 8 distinct NHTSA recall campaigns and 2 consumer complaints on file.
Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.