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2021 BMW X6

7 recalls Most severe issue: Critical

All recalls are free to repair at your local dealership. Contact your dealer to schedule service.

Known Safety Recalls

Critical #21V062000 Plain English
Component

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The integrated brake system in your vehicle is a complex unit that helps your car stop smoothly and safely. In some affected 2020-2021 models, the rotor and shaft within this system might not have been properly welded, which could cause them to separate during hard braking.
Risk if Unfixed
If the rotor and shaft separate, the Antilock Brake System (ABS) and your vehicle's braking assistance could fail. This would make it harder to stop your car, increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will replace the entire integrated brake system with a new one, free of charge. You should schedule the repair as soon as you get the recall notice in the mail, which was sent out on May 25, 2021.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020-2021 8 Series Coupe, Grand Coupe and convertible 840i, 840i xDrive, M850i xDrive, M8 and 740 Li, 740 Li xDrive, 750 Li xDrive, M760 Li xDrive, X6 sDrive40i, X6 xDrive40i, X6 xdrive50i, X6 M50i, X6M, and 2019-2021 X5 sDrive40i, X5 xDrive40i, X5 xDrive50i, X5 M50i, X5M, X7 xDrive40i, X7 xDrive50i, X7 M50i, and 2021 M3, M3 Competition, M4 Coupe, M4 Competition Coupe, X5 xDrive45e, 745 Le xDrive. The rotor and shaft within the integrated brake system may not have been welded properly and could separate during a hard braking event, possibly resulting in a loss of the Antilock Brake System (ABS) and braking assistance.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A loss of ABS and a reduction in braking assistance can increase the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the integrated brake system, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 25, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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Critical #21V031000 Plain English
Component

STEERING:COLUMN

Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The steering column in your vehicle is like a long, flexible rod that connects your steering wheel to the front wheels. In some 2021 X5, X6, and X7 models, the joint that connects this rod might not have been tightened properly.
Risk if Unfixed
If the joint loosens, it could cause your steering to feel off, making it harder to control the vehicle. This could increase the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will inspect the joint and replace it – or the entire steering column shaft and joint – with a new one, all for free. You should schedule an appointment as soon as you get the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2021 X5 sDrive40i, X5 xDrive40i, X5M, X5 xDrive45e, X6 sDrive40i, X6 xDrive40i, X7 xDrive40i, X7 M50i vehicles. The steering column shaft's universal joint connection may not have been tightened to specifications, and can become loose.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A loose steering column shaft universal joint connection can affect vehicle handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, depending upon the inspection, either the bolt will be replaced and tightened to specifications, or the steering column shaft, universal joint, and bolt will be replaced and tightened to specifications, free of charge. The recall began March 30, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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High Priority #20V483000 Plain English
Component

TIRES

Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
Your X6 or X5 has Pirelli tires that could have a damaged inner layer, which means they might lose air pressure quickly while you're driving.
Risk if Unfixed
If the tire pressure drops suddenly, your vehicle could become harder to control, increasing the risk of a crash, especially if you're driving at high speeds.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will replace the defective tires with new ones, completely free of charge. You've likely already been contacted by BMW to schedule the replacement, but if you haven't, you can reach them at 1-800-525-7417.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2021 X6 (sDrive40i, xDrive40i and M50i) and X5 (sDrive40i, xDrive40i and M50i) vehicles equipped with certain Pirelli tires. The tires may have a damaged inner layer, possibly resulting in a rapid loss of pressure while the vehicle is moving.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A rapid loss of tire pressure while the vehicle is moving can affect vehicle handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
BMW has notified all of the affected owners, and dealers will replace the defective tires, free of charge. BMW has contacted owners by telephone and those owners have had their cars remedied. Owner notification letters will not be sent. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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Moderate #22V267000 Plain English
Component

VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY

Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The sunroof control system in your vehicle is like a computer that runs the sunroof's opening and closing. In certain BMW models, this computer might be programmed incorrectly, allowing the sunroof to close unexpectedly.
Risk if Unfixed
If the sunroof closes without you inside the vehicle, it could hit you, causing injury. This is a serious situation, but it's unlikely to happen if you're inside the vehicle.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will update the sunroof control system to prevent this issue, and the repair is free of charge. You should schedule the repair as soon as you get the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022 4 Series Gran Coupe (430i, 430i xDrive, M440i xDrive); 2019-2022 X5 sDrive40i, X5 xDrive40i, X5 xDrive50i, X5 M50i, X5M; 2021-2022 X5 xdrive45e; 2020-2022 X6 sDrive40i, X6 xDrive40i, X6 xDrive50i, X6M and 2019-2023 X7 xDrive40i, X7 xDrive50i, X7 M50i, X7 xDrive60i, X7 M60i, X7M, Alpina XB7 vehicles. The roof function control unit may be programmed incorrectly, allowing the sunroof to close without the key fob present inside the vehicle. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 118, "Power-Operated Window Systems."
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A sunroof that closes without the key fob present inside the vehicle can increase the risk of injury.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will reprogram the roof function control unit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 20, 2022. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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Moderate #20V761000 Plain English
Component

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY

Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The 48-Volt battery in your vehicle provides extra power to some systems. In certain models, the connection between this battery and the starter-generator wasn't assembled correctly.
Risk if Unfixed
This faulty connection could cause a fire, which is a serious safety risk.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will inspect and fix the connection between the 48-Volt battery and the starter-generator, if needed, at no cost to you. You'll get a recall notice, and you should schedule the repair as soon as you receive it.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2021 M340i xDrive, M440i xDrive Coupe, 530i, 530i xDrive, 540i, 540i xDrive, 740Li, 740Li xDrive, 840i Gran Coupe, 840i xDrive Gran Coupe, X5 sDrive40i, X5 xDrive40i, X6 sDrive40i, X6 xDrive40i, and X7 xDrive40i vehicles. The connection between the 48-Volt battery and the starter-generator may not have been assembled properly, which can cause increased electrical resistance at the connections.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Increased electrical resistance can increase the risk of a fire.
Original — Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the connection between the 48-Volt battery and the starter-generator assembly, replacing it if necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin April 12, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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Moderate #20V528000 Plain English
Component

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The headlights on your vehicle have a blue light that's not supposed to be there. This is a problem because it's not what oncoming drivers are expecting to see.
Risk if Unfixed
If you drive at night, the blue light could confuse other drivers, making it harder for them to see you as a vehicle — this could increase the risk of a collision.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will check your headlamps and replace them if needed, free of charge. You should schedule the repair when you get the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020-2021 X5 sDrive40i, xDrive40i, xDrive50i, X5 M50i, X5M, X6 sDrive40i, xDrive40i, X6 M50i, X6M, X7 M50i and 2021 X5 xDrive45e vehicles. The headlamps may allow a blue light to illuminate. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Oncoming drivers may be confused by the blue light of approaching vehicles, which could potentially increase the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the headlamps and, if necessary, replace them, free of charge. The recall began October 30, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
View full recall details → Repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Find a dealer →
Under Review #21V096000 Plain English
Component

BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA

Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
Your vehicle's rearview camera system is not showing a complete image when you shift into Reverse. This means you might not be able to see the entire area behind your car when backing up.
Risk if Unfixed
If you rely solely on the rearview camera, you might miss important details behind your vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will update the camera software to ensure the complete rearview image is displayed. This service is complimentary, and you should schedule the repair once you receive the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2021 X3 sDrive30i, X3 xDrive30i, X3 M40i, X3M, X4 xDrive30i, X4 M40i, M550i, X4M, X5 sDrive40i, X5 xDrive40i, X5 xDrive50i, X5M, X5 M50i, X7 xDrive40i, X7 xDrive50i, X7 M50i, Alpina XB7, 330i, 330i xDrive, M340i, M340i xDrive, and 8 Series Coupe, Convertible and Grand Coupe, 840i, 840i xDrive, M850i xDrive, M8, 2020-2021 530e, 530e xDrive, 330e, 330e xDrive, 745Le, 745Le xDrive, X5 xDrive45e, X3 xDrive30e, X6 sDrive40i, X6 xDrive40i, X6 xDrive50i, X6 M50i, X6M, 530i, 530i xDrive, 540i, 540i xDrive, M550i xDrive, M5, 740i, 740Li, 740Li xDrive, M760i Drive, M760Li xDrive, 750Li xDrive Alpina, Alpina B7 xDrive, and 2021 4 Series Coupe 430i, 430i xDrive, M440i xDrive vehicles. When shifting into Reverse, a small portion of the rearview image may be obscured, or the screen may not illuminate. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the driver relies on only the rearview camera image, the missing or reduced rearview image view can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Original — Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rearview camera software and update it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began April 16, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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Browse by Component

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
1 recall
STEERING
1 recall
TIRES
1 recall
VISIBILITY
1 recall
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
1 recall
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
1 recall
BACK OVER PREVENTION
1 recall

Other BMW X6 Years

2026
2 recalls
2025
3 recalls
2024
4 recalls
2023
1 recall
2022
1 recall
2020
10 recalls
2019
4 recalls
2018
4 recalls
2017
2 recalls
2016
1 recall
2015
1 recall
2014
3 recalls
2013
5 recalls
2012
7 recalls
2011
11 recalls
2010
9 recalls
2009
10 recalls
2008
8 recalls

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