2019 BMW X6 M problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 0 complaints on file for the 2019 BMW X6 M — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 3 recall campaigns apply to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

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How does 2019 compare to other X6 M years?

X6 M NHTSA complaints by model year, 2019 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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Does the 2019 BMW X6 M have recalls?

3 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

19V823000Child SeatNovember 18, 2019 · 32,760 units

Defect

BMW of North America, LLC. (BMW) is recalling certain 2015-2019 X6 sDrive35i, X6 xDrive35i, X6 xDrive50i, and X6M vehicles equipped with rear seat lower anchor bars used in securing child restraint seats. The lower anchor bars may become damaged over time when used with an ISOFIX-type, rigid-style connector, child restraint system.

Consequence

Damaged lower anchor bars may increase the child's risk of injury in the event of a crash.

Remedy

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will weld a reinforcing bracket to the lower anchor bars and the vehicle body, free of charge. Owner notification began January 17, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

18V680000SuspensionSeptember 28, 2018 · 108 units

Defect

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019 BMW X6 sDrive35i, X6 xDrive35i, X6 xDrive50i and X6M vehicles. The rear upper control arm pivot bolts may have been improperly hardened, possibly causing the rear upper control arms to break.

Consequence

If a rear upper control arm breaks, it can affect vehicle handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

All affected vehicles remain on dealer lots, therefore owner letters will not be mailed. BMW dealers will replace both rear upper control arms, free of charge. The recall began September 21, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

18V614000Tires & WheelsSeptember 12, 2018 · 33 units

Defect

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018-2019 BMW X6 sDrive35i, X6 xDrive35i, X6 xDrive50i, and X6M vehicles. The wheel bolts on these vehicles may not have been properly tightened.

Consequence

The improperly tightened wheel bolts may loosen and break, affecting vehicle handling and control and increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace and tighten all of the wheel bolts, free of charge. The recall began November 1, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

2019 BMW X6 M — common questions

Is the 2019 BMW X6 M reliable?

The record is thin — 0 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 3 recalls should be verified as completed.

Does the 2019 BMW X6 M have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns affecting the 2019 BMW X6 M. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which BMW X6 M years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the X6 M years to avoid are 2017, 2018, 2015, 2016. The cleanest record among X6 M years belongs to 2020.

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

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.

How does 2019 compare to other X6 M years?

Does the 2019 BMW X6 M have recalls?

2019 BMW X6 M — common questions

Is the 2019 BMW X6 M reliable?

Does the 2019 BMW X6 M have recalls?

Which BMW X6 M years should you avoid?

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