Is the 2011 BMW X6 safe to drive?

The 2011 BMW X6 has 1 open safety recall. While the vehicle may still be driven, owners should contact an authorized dealership to schedule free repairs for any outstanding recalls. Some recalls, especially those classified as critical or high severity, may pose significant safety risks.

NHTSA Campaign 11V521000 Recall Details

What This Recall Means

Component

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OTHER FUEL TYPES:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER

What Happened

The electric auxiliary water pump in your vehicle is a small, high-tech part that helps cool your engine. It's located in the engine compartment and is controlled by an electronic circuit board.

Risk if Unfixed

If the circuit board overheats, the water pump could start smoldering and cause a fire in the engine compartment, or even a vehicle fire. This is a serious risk that could happen while you're driving.

How to Get This Fixed

Free Fix

Your BMW dealer will replace the faulty auxiliary water pump with a new one, completely free of charge. You'll be notified when the repair is ready, and you should schedule it as soon as possible.

Is YOUR vehicle affected?

This page lists the models and model years named in NHTSA campaign #11V521000. Matching a model and year on this list does not prove an individual vehicle is affected — some vehicles in an affected model year are never part of the recall population. The authoritative way to know is a VIN check against NHTSA's own records.

Campaign 11V521000

What This Recall Means

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OTHER FUEL TYPES:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER

How to Get This Fixed

Affected Vehicles

Is YOUR vehicle affected?