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2012 BMW 6 Series · 3 recorded campaigns · Prepared 2026-11-08
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NHTSA Campaign
OEM Recall
Component
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18V248000
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ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER
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16V746000
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FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
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14V176000
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ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
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ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER
Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The electric auxiliary water pump in your vehicle is a small pump that helps keep your engine cool. It's located near your turbocharger, which is a small turbine that increases power and efficiency in your engine. In some 2011-2012 BMW models, this pump can fail and cause the circuit board to overheat.
Risk if Unfixed
If the pump fails and the circuit board overheats, there's a chance of a fire, which could cause serious damage to your vehicle and put you at risk.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will replace the faulty pump with a new one, free of charge. They'll let you know when the parts are available, and you should schedule the repair as after confirming availability with your dealer as you get the notice. In the meantime, it's a good idea to park your vehicle outdoors to minimize the risk of a fire. This timing describes the original 2018 filing; contact your dealer now to confirm the free repair is available.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2011-2012 BMW 550i, 550i xDrive, 550i Gran Turismo, 550i Gran Turismo xDrive, 750i, 750Li, 750i xDrive, 750Li xDrive, 760Li, X5 xDrive50i, X5 M, X6 xDrive50i, X6 M, ActiveHybrid7, MINI Cooper S Convertible, John Cooper Works (JCW) Convertible, Cooper S Countryman, Cooper S Countryman ALL4, Cooper S, JCW, Cooper S Clubman, JCW Clubman, Cooper S Roadster, JCW Roadster, Cooper S Coupe, JCW Coupe and Rolls-Royce Ghost, 2011 BMW X6 Hybrid and 2012 BMW 650i Coupe, 650i xDrive Coupe, 650i Convertible and 650i xDrive Convertible vehicles. The electric auxiliary water pump may fail and cause the circuit board to overheat.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the circuit board were to overheat, it can increase the risk of a fire.
Original — Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the electric auxiliary water pump, free of charge. Depending on the model, there are currently limited parts available, however not all parts are available at this time. Owners will be notified of the recall beginning June 11, 2018, and will receive a second notification when remedy parts become available. Owners may contact BMW customer service at BMW 1-800-525-7417, MINI at 1-866-825-1525, or Rolls-Royce at 1-877-877-3735. Note: BMW recommends that owners park their vehicle outdoors until the recall remedy has been performed.
The fuel pump in your vehicle is a critical part that sends gasoline from the tank to your engine. In some affected BMW models, the connections inside the pump might not be secure.
Risk if Unfixed
If this happens, the wires inside the pump could melt, causing a fuel leak. This could lead to a complete failure of the fuel pump, causing your engine to stall while driving. This increases the risk of a crash, especially at highway speeds.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will replace the faulty fuel pump module with a new one, at no cost to you. This repair is a priority, and you should schedule it as after confirming availability with your dealer as possible to ensure your safety on the road. This timing describes the original 2016 filing; contact your dealer now to confirm the free repair is available.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2007-2011 BMW X5 3.0si, X5 4.8i, X5 M, X5 xDrive30i, X5 xDrive35i, X5 xDrive48i and X5 xDrive50i, 2008-2011 X6 x Drive35i, X6 xDrive50i and X6 M, 2010-2011 X6 ActiveHybrid, 535i xDrive Gran Turismo, 535i Gran Turismo, 550i xDrive Gran Turismo and 550i Gran Turismo, 2011-2012 528i, 535i, 535i xDrive, 550i and 550i xDrive and 2012 535i ActiveHybrid, 640i Convertible, 650i Convertible, 650i xDrive Convertible, 650i Coupe and 650i Coupe xDrive vehicles. The affected vehicles have in-tank fuel pumps that may have insufficiently crimped wire contacts.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
The loose wires may cause the connector to melt, resulting in a fuel leak. Additionally, the fuel pump may stop working, possibly causing an engine stall and increase the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. The recall began February 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
The VANOS unit in your vehicle controls engine performance. It's held in place by four bolts that can loosen over time and potentially break.
Risk if Unfixed
If the bolts break, your engine could lose power or stall while you're driving, which could increase the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will replace the four VANOS housing bolts for free, ensuring your engine runs smoothly and safely. You should schedule the repair after checking repair availability with your dealer. This timing describes the original 2014 filing; contact your dealer now to confirm the free repair is available.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2010-2011 128i Coupe, 128i Convertible, 328i Sedan, 328i xDrive Sedan, 328i Coupe, 328i Convertible, 328i Sports Wagon and Z4 sDrive 30i, 2011-2012 135i Coupe, 135i Convertible, 335i Sedan, X5 xDrive 35i, and X6 xDrive 35i, 2011 335i xDrive Sedan, 335i Coupe, 335i Convertible, 528i Sedan, 535i Sedan, 535i xDrive Sedan, X3 xDrive 28i, and X3 xDrive 35i, 2010 X3 xDrive 30i, and X5 xDrive 30i, 2012 640i Coupe, and 640i Convertible and 2010-2012 535i Gran Turismo vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the bolts that secure the housing for the variable camshaft timing adjustment (VANOS) unit can loosen over time and may possibly break.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the bolts loosen or break the engine may have reduced power or stall. An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the four VANOS housing bolts for both VANOS units (intake and exhaust), free of charge. In addition, owners of approximately 170,172 model year 2010-2012 BMW vehicles equipped with inline 6 cylinder engines not covered by this recall, will receive an extended warranty to address this condition. The recall began on September 24, 2014. Owners may contact BMW at 1-800-525-7417.
What is the overall risk grade for the 2012 BMW 6 Series?
The 2012 BMW 6 Series has a risk grade of F. This grade is calculated from 3 NHTSA safety recalls, weighted by severity, recency, and temporal decay. Grades range from A+ (excellent) to F (avoid).
How many safety recalls does the 2012 BMW 6 Series have?
The 2012 BMW 6 Series has 3 known safety recalls on record. All recalls are repaired free of charge at authorized dealerships.
What is the most severe recall for the 2012 BMW 6 Series?
The most severe recall for the 2012 BMW 6 Series is classified as critical. This indicates a life-threatening safety issue that should be addressed promptly.
Is the 2012 BMW 6 Series safe to drive?
This model year has 3 recorded safety recalls. Model-level listings do not establish VIN-specific open recalls or whether this vehicle is safe to drive. Check your VIN and contact the manufacturer for recall instructions.
What is the ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER recall for the 2012 BMW 6 Series? (Campaign #18V248000)
The electric auxiliary water pump in your vehicle is a small pump that helps keep your engine cool. It's located near your turbocharger, which is a small turbine that increases power and efficiency in your engine. In some 2011-2012 BMW models, this pump can fail and cause the circuit board to overheat. If the pump fails and the circuit board overheats, there's a chance of a fire, which could cause serious damage to your vehicle and put you at risk. Your BMW dealer will replace the faulty pump with a new one, free of charge. They'll let you know when the parts are available, and you should schedule the repair as after confirming availability with your dealer as you get the notice. In the meantime, it's a good idea to park your vehicle outdoors to minimize the risk of a fire. This timing describes the original 2018 filing; contact your dealer now to confirm the free repair is available.
What is the FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP recall for the 2012 BMW 6 Series? (Campaign #16V746000)
The fuel pump in your vehicle is a critical part that sends gasoline from the tank to your engine. In some affected BMW models, the connections inside the pump might not be secure. If this happens, the wires inside the pump could melt, causing a fuel leak. This could lead to a complete failure of the fuel pump, causing your engine to stall while driving. This increases the risk of a crash, especially at highway speeds. Your BMW dealer will replace the faulty fuel pump module with a new one, at no cost to you. This repair is a priority, and you should schedule it as after confirming availability with your dealer as possible to ensure your safety on the road. This timing describes the original 2016 filing; contact your dealer now to confirm the free repair is available.
What is the ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE recall for the 2012 BMW 6 Series? (Campaign #14V176000)
The VANOS unit in your vehicle controls engine performance. It's held in place by four bolts that can loosen over time and potentially break. If the bolts break, your engine could lose power or stall while you're driving, which could increase the risk of a crash. Your BMW dealer will replace the four VANOS housing bolts for free, ensuring your engine runs smoothly and safely. You should schedule the repair after checking repair availability with your dealer. This timing describes the original 2014 filing; contact your dealer now to confirm the free repair is available.
