Does the BMW 6 Series have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA has 14 recall campaigns on record for the BMW 6 Series across the 2010 to 2019 model years. The most common areas are the engine and engine cooling, air bags, and exterior lighting.

How many times has the BMW 6 Series been recalled?

The BMW 6 Series has 14 recall campaigns from the 2010 to 2019 model years. A single campaign often covers several model years at once, so the number of recalls is not the same as the number of years affected.

What is the most serious BMW 6 Series recall?

The most serious recall on record involves the engine and engine cooling, affecting 696 vehicles. NHTSA flagged it as do-not-drive, meaning owners should stop driving the vehicle until the repair is done. Separation of the pump's driveshaft from the rotor could lead to a sudden loss of oil pressure causing the possibility of complete engine failure, resulting in an engine stall-like condition, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

Which BMW 6 Series model year has the most recalls?

The 2012 BMW 6 Series has the most, with 4 recall campaigns on record. Older model years often pick up more recalls over time, since defects can surface years after a car is built.

How do I check if my BMW 6 Series has an open recall?

Enter your 17-digit VIN on the recall check page. It returns the recalls tied to your exact vehicle straight from NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer, with no expiration on most safety recalls.

BMW 6 Series Recalls (2010-2019)

Safety advisory. One or more recalls carry a do-not-drive warning, which means owners should stop driving the vehicle until the repair is done. Check your VIN to see whether a specific vehicle is affected and still unrepaired.

Safety score

71/100

Below-average recall-severity risk Lower recall-severity risk than 71% of vehicles we track.

The BMW 6 Series scores 71 out of 100 (grade B), a better-than-average recall record. That score reflects how serious the recalls are rather than how many. 50% involve a critical safety system, 1 carried a do-not-drive warning, and 7% were issued in the last three years. How the score works.

Those 14 campaigns span 9 model years of the BMW 6 Series. The single largest affected 696 vehicles, over engine and engine cooling. Some carry a do-not-drive warning, the most serious class of recall, which means NHTSA advises against driving the vehicle until the repair is done. A recall repair is free at a franchised dealer and most never expire, so an older open recall is still worth fixing. Beyond recalls, you can also see the most common 6 Series problems owners report.

The full record is below, grouped first by model year and then listed in detail. Each entry gives the defect NHTSA describes, the safety risk it creates, the manufacturer's remedy, the number of vehicles in that campaign, and the dates. A recall covers a whole production run, so a campaign listed for the BMW 6 Series may not apply to your exact vehicle, and one you have already had repaired will still appear in the history. To see what is actually open and unfixed on a specific car, check its 17-digit VIN.

BMW 6 Series recalls by model year

Recall activity by model year. Select a year to jump to its recalls below. Older years often carry more recalls simply because defects surface over time.

BMW 6 Series recalls by affected system

Which vehicle systems the recalls touch, using NHTSA's component groups. Select a system to see how it is recalled across every make and model.

Engine And Engine Cooling

5 Air Bags

3 Exterior Lighting

1 Back Over Prevention

Recalls by model year

2019 BMW 6 Series Recalls

2 recalls affect the 2019 BMW 6 Series, involving the exterior lighting and back over prevention.

Exterior Lighting Feb 19, 2020 · 2,728 vehicles
Back Over Prevention Sep 27, 2019 · 257,473 vehicles

2018 BMW 6 Series Recalls

3 recalls affect the 2018 BMW 6 Series, involving the exterior lighting, back over prevention, and engine and engine cooling.

Exterior Lighting Feb 19, 2020 · 2,728 vehicles
Back Over Prevention Sep 27, 2019 · 257,473 vehicles
Engine And Engine Cooling Jul 11, 2018 · 5,309 vehicles

2017 BMW 6 Series Recalls

2 recalls affect the 2017 BMW 6 Series, involving the exterior lighting and air bags.

Exterior Lighting Feb 19, 2020 · 2,728 vehicles
Air Bags Dec 20, 2016 · 3,506 vehicles

2016 BMW 6 Series Recalls

1 recall affects the 2016 BMW 6 Series, involving the exterior lighting.

Exterior Lighting Feb 19, 2020 · 2,728 vehicles

2015 BMW 6 Series Recalls

3 recalls affect the 2015 BMW 6 Series, involving the air bags, exterior lighting, and power train.

Air Bags Jul 11, 2024 · 1,145 vehicles
Exterior Lighting Feb 19, 2020 · 2,728 vehicles
Power Train Jul 19, 2016 · 956 vehicles

2014 BMW 6 Series Recalls

1 recall affects the 2014 BMW 6 Series, involving the exterior lighting.

Exterior Lighting Feb 19, 2020 · 2,728 vehicles

2013 BMW 6 Series Recalls

2 recalls affect the 2013 BMW 6 Series, involving the air bags and engine and engine cooling. One carries a do-not-drive warning.

Air Bags Aug 8, 2017 · 6,785 vehicles
Engine And Engine Cooling Sep 28, 2012 · 696 vehicles · Do Not Drive

2012 BMW 6 Series Recalls

4 recalls affect the 2012 BMW 6 Series, involving the engine and engine cooling and fuel system.

Engine And Engine Cooling Apr 18, 2018 · 47,806 vehicles
Fuel System Oct 17, 2016 · 136,188 vehicles
Engine And Engine Cooling Apr 10, 2014 · 156,137 vehicles
Engine And Engine Cooling Apr 10, 2012 · 2,846 vehicles

2010 BMW 6 Series Recalls

2 recalls affect the 2010 BMW 6 Series, involving the electrical system and service brakes.

Electrical System Mar 26, 2012 · 367,682 vehicles
Service Brakes Oct 1, 2010 · 198,352 vehicles

Every BMW 6 Series recall in detail

Select any recall to read the full defect, risk, and remedy text. Do Not Drive and Park Outside warnings stay visible without opening anything.

Air BagsJul 11, 2024 · 1,145 vehiclesNHTSA 24V527000

Affected years: 2015 BMW 6 Series
Vehicles in this recall: 1,145
Reported: Jul 11, 2024
Owners notified: Sep 6, 2024

Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2015 6 Series Gran Coupe, 2014 5 Series Gran Turismo, 2014 5 Series Sedan, 2015 6 Series Convertible, 2015 6 Series Coupe, 2014 X5, 2013-2014 X3, 2014-2015 3 Series Sedan, 2014 4 Series Coupe, 2014 4 Series Convertible, 2014 3 Series Gran Turismo, and 2015 4 Series Gran Coupe vehicles. Please see the recall report for the complete list of models. The driver's air bag inflator may explode during deployment, due to a manufacturing defect.

Risk: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, increasing the risk of injury or death.

Remedy: The driver's front air bag will be replaced, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 6, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

NHTSA campaign number 24V527000.

Exterior LightingFeb 19, 2020 · 2,728 vehiclesNHTSA 20V094000

Affected years: 2014-2019 BMW 6 Series
Vehicles in this recall: 2,728
Reported: Feb 19, 2020
Owners notified: Apr 17, 2020

Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2014-2019 M6 Gran Coupe vehicles. The third brake light may become loose, possibly allowing the light to detach from the vehicle.

Risk: If the third brake light detaches from the vehicle, it would no longer provide the required lighting to following traffic, or it may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the third brake light and properly secure it with new fasteners. If the third brake light detached from the vehicle and is damaged, it will be replaced. All repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began April 17, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

NHTSA campaign number 20V094000.

Back Over PreventionSep 27, 2019 · 257,473 vehiclesNHTSA 19V684000

Affected years: 2018-2019 BMW 6 Series
Vehicles in this recall: 257,473
Reported: Sep 27, 2019
Owners notified: Nov 8, 2019

Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 540d, 2018-2020 530i, 530i xDrive, 540i, 540i xDrive, M550i xDrive, M5, 530e, 530e xDrive, X3 sDrive, X3 xDrive, X3 M40i, X3 M, and 2019-2020 X4 xDrive, X4 M40i, X4 M, X7 xDrive, X7 M50i, 740Li, 740Li xDrive, 750Li, 750Li xDrive, 8 Series Convertible and Coupe 840i, 840i xDrive, M850i xDrive, X5 sDrive, X5 xDrive, X5 M50i, X6 xDrive, X6 M50i, 330i, 330i xDrive, M340i, M340i xDrive, Z4 sDrive, Z4 M40i, 740Le xDrive and 745Le xDrive, 2018-2019 640i xDrive Gran Turismo and Rolls-Royce Phantom, 2019 M850i xDrive Gran Coupe and Rolls-Royce Cullinan and 2020 Toyota Supra vehicles. The back-up camera and display settings can be adjusted such that the rear view image is no longer visible and the system will retain that setting the next time the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rearview Mirrors."

Risk: The lack of an image in the back-up camera display increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will update the back-up camera software, free of charge. The recall began November 8, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Rolls-Royce at 1-877-877-3735. Toyota owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371.

NHTSA campaign number 19V684000.

Engine And Engine CoolingJul 11, 2018 · 5,309 vehiclesNHTSA 18V465000

Affected years: 2018 BMW 6 Series
Vehicles in this recall: 5,309
Reported: Jul 11, 2018
Owners notified: Sep 6, 2018

Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 BMW 540d xDrive vehicles. The crankshaft sensor may be equipped with incorrect firmware, preventing the sensor from properly processing input from the crankshaft reluctor ring, possibly resulting in a vehicle stall. On September 12, 2018, BMW expanded the recall to a total of 5,309 vehicles including certain 2018-2019 BMW 540d xDrive, 230i M240i, M240i xDrive, X2 sDrive28i, X2 xDrive28i, X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i, 330i, 330i xDrive, 340i, 340i xDrive, 330i xDrive Gran Turismo, 530i, 530i xDrive, 540i, 540i xDrive, 530e, 530e xDrive, 640i xDrive Gran Turismo, 330e, 2019 430i Gran Coupe, 430i xDrive Gran Coupe, 440i Gran Coupe, 440i xDrive Gran Coupe, 430i, 430i xDrive, 440i, 440i xDrive, 740i, 740i xDrive, MINI Cooper, Cooper S, JCW, MINI Countryman (Cooper, Cooper All4, Cooper S, Cooper S All4, JCW All4), and MINI Clubman (Cooper, Cooper S, Cooper All4, Cooper S All4, JCW All4) vehicles.

Risk: A vehicle stall can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the crankshaft sensor, free of charge. The recall began September 6, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

NHTSA campaign number 18V465000.

Engine And Engine CoolingApr 18, 2018 · 47,806 vehiclesNHTSA 18V248000

Affected years: 2012 BMW 6 Series
Vehicles in this recall: 47,806
Reported: Apr 18, 2018
Owners notified: Jun 15, 2018

Defect: 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.

Risk: If the circuit board were to overheat, it can increase the risk of a fire.

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.

NHTSA campaign number 18V248000.

Air BagsAug 8, 2017 · 6,785 vehiclesNHTSA 17V495000

Affected years: 2013 BMW 6 Series
Vehicles in this recall: 6,785
Reported: Aug 8, 2017
Owners notified: Oct 6, 2017

Defect: BMW of North America, LLC. (BMW) is recalling certain 2012-2013 BMW X3 xDrive28i, X3 xDrive35i, and M6 Convertible vehicles and 2013 M6 Coupe vehicles. The affected vehicles have a driver's frontal air bag inflator that may have been improperly welded.

Risk: In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator housing could separate from the base plate and result in metal striking the vehicle occupants, potentially resulting in serious injury or death.

Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's front air bag module, free of charge. The recall began October 6, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

NHTSA campaign number 17V495000.

Air BagsDec 20, 2016 · 3,506 vehiclesNHTSA 16V914000

Affected years: 2017 BMW 6 Series
Vehicles in this recall: 3,506
Reported: Dec 20, 2016
Owners notified: Feb 10, 2017

Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2017 BMW 640i, 640i xDrive, 650i, 650i xDrive, M6, 535i, 535i xDrive, 430i, 430i xDrive, 440i, 440i xDrive, M4, X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i, i3, i8, Rolls-Royce Dawn, Mini Clubman Cooper, Clubman Cooper S, Cooper All4, Cooper S All4, Mini 4-Door Cooper, Cooper S, Mini 2-Door Cooper, Cooper S, John Cooper Works and 2016 BMW 528i, 528i xDrive, 535i, 535i xDrive, 550i, 550i xDrive, M5 and 535d vehicles. The affected vehicles have seat- mounted side air bag inflator initiators that may fail to ignite during a crash.

Risk: If the air bag inflator initiator fails to ignite, the seat-mounted air bag will not deploy, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air bag modules, free of charge. The recall began February 6, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

NHTSA campaign number 16V914000.

Fuel SystemOct 17, 2016 · 136,188 vehiclesNHTSA 16V746000

Affected years: 2012 BMW 6 Series
Vehicles in this recall: 136,188
Reported: Oct 17, 2016
Owners notified: Feb 8, 2017

Defect: 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.

Risk: 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.

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.

NHTSA campaign number 16V746000.

Power TrainJul 19, 2016 · 956 vehiclesNHTSA 16V540000

Affected years: 2015 BMW 6 Series
Vehicles in this recall: 956
Reported: Jul 19, 2016
Owners notified: Sep 9, 2016

Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2015 BMW M5 sedans manufactured September 4, 2014, through December 4, 2014, 2015 M6 coupes manufactured September 3, 2014, through December 3, 2014, 2015 M6 convertibles manufactured September 8, 2014, through December 4, 2014, and 2015 M6 Gran Coupe vehicles manufactured September3, 2014, through December 4, 2014. The affected vehicles have a driveshaft that may have been inadequately welded during manufacturing.

Risk: Due to the improper weld, the driveshaft may fracture and fail, causing loss of drive to the rear wheels and a loss of propulsion. Additionally, if the car is turned off and exited without the parking brake applied, the car may roll. Either condition increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the driveshaft, as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during September 2016. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

NHTSA campaign number 16V540000.

Engine And Engine CoolingApr 10, 2014 · 156,137 vehiclesNHTSA 14V176000

Affected years: 2012 BMW 6 Series
Vehicles in this recall: 156,137
Reported: Apr 10, 2014
Owners notified: Sep 24, 2014

Defect: 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.

Risk: If the bolts loosen or break the engine may have reduced power or stall. An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.

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.

NHTSA campaign number 14V176000.

Engine And Engine CoolingSep 28, 2012 · 696 vehiclesDo Not DriveNHTSA 12V475000

Affected years: 2013 BMW 6 Series
Vehicles in this recall: 696
Reported: Sep 28, 2012
Owners notified: Nov 30, 2012

Defect: BMW is recalling certain model year 2013 M5, M6 Coupe, and M6 Convertible vehicles, manufactured from July 19, 2012, through September 11, 2012. Due to a manufacturing process error, the tolerance between the engine oil pump's drive shaft and the pump's rotor was not within specification. As a result, the pump's driveshaft could separate from the rotor.

Risk: Separation of the pump's driveshaft from the rotor could lead to a sudden loss of oil pressure causing the possibility of complete engine failure, resulting in an engine stall-like condition, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the oil pump, free of charge. The safety recall began on November 30, 2012. Owners may contact BMW at 1-800-525-7417.

NHTSA campaign number 12V475000.

Engine And Engine CoolingApr 10, 2012 · 2,846 vehiclesNHTSA 12V161000

Affected years: 2012 BMW 6 Series
Vehicles in this recall: 2,846
Reported: Apr 10, 2012
Owners notified: Apr 30, 2012

Defect: BMW IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 5-SERIES, 5-SERIES GRAN TURISMO, MODEL YEAR 2012 6-SERIES CONVERTIBLE, 7-SERIES, X5 SAV, AND X6 SAV VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 8- OR 12-CYLINDER, TURBOCHARGED, ENGINES BECAUSE THE CIRCUIT BOARD FOR THE ELECTRIC AUXILIARY WATER PUMP CAN OVERHEAT.

Risk: THIS COULD LEAD TO A SMOLDERING OF THE PUMP OR AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT OR VEHICLE FIRE.

Remedy: BMW WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE AUXILIARY WATER PUMP FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 30, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BMW CUSTOMER RELATIONS AND SERVICES AT 1-800-525-7417.

NHTSA campaign number 12V161000.

Electrical SystemMar 26, 2012 · 367,682 vehiclesNHTSA 12V126000

Affected years: 2010 BMW 6 Series
Vehicles in this recall: 367,682
Reported: Mar 26, 2012
Owners notified: Apr 30, 2012

Defect: BMW IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2004-2010 5-SERIES, MODEL YEAR 2004-2010 6-SERIES, MODEL YEAR 2006-2010 M5, AND MODEL YEAR 2007-2010 M6 VEHICLES. THE INSULATED BULKHEAD CONNECTOR FOR THE POSITIVE BATTERY CABLE MAY HAVE BEEN INCORRECTLY ATTACHED TO THE TRUNK FLOOR PANEL, WHICH CAN LEAD TO A LOOSENING OF THE BOLT CONNECTION. AS IT LOOSENS, AN INCREASE IN ELECTRICAL RESISTANCE AT THIS CABLE CONNECTION IS POSSIBLE AND COULD CAUSE THE CABLE CONNECTION TO OVERHEAT.

Risk: OVERHEATING COULD LEAD TO A FIRE, EVEN WHILE THE VEHICLE IS NOT IN USE. AS A PRECAUTION, OWNERS ARE ADVISED TO PARK OUTSIDE UNTIL THE REMEDY HAS BEEN MADE.

Remedy: BMW WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND SECURE THE BATTERY BOLT CABLE CONNECTION AS NECESSARY, FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 30, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BMW CUSTOMER RELATIONS AND SERVICES AT 1-800-525-7417.

NHTSA campaign number 12V126000.

Service BrakesOct 1, 2010 · 198,352 vehiclesNHTSA 10V446000

Affected years: 2010 BMW 6 Series
Vehicles in this recall: 198,352
Reported: Oct 1, 2010
Owners notified: Nov 24, 2010

Defect: BMW IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2004-2010 5-SERIES, 6-SERIES, AND MODEL YEAR 2002-2008 7-SERIES VEHICLES. A CHECK VALVE OF THE BRAKE VACUUM PUMP MAY LEAK A SMALL AMOUNT OF LUBRICATING OIL. OVER TIME THIS COULD RESULT IN CONTAMINATION OF THE BRAKE BOOSTER.

Risk: POWER ASSIST BRAKING PERFORMANCE COULD BE ADVERSELY AFFECTED. IN EXTREME CASES THERE COULD BE A COMPLETE LOSS OF POWER ASSIST BRAKING. AN UNEXPECTED REDUCTION OR LOSS IN POWER BRAKING ASSIST MAY INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Remedy: BMW WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND DEALERS WILL REPAIR THE VEHICLES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 24, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BMW AT 1-800-525-7417.

NHTSA campaign number 10V446000.

Common questions about BMW 6 Series recalls

Does the BMW 6 Series have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA has 14 recall campaigns on record for the BMW 6 Series across the 2010 to 2019 model years. The most common areas are the engine and engine cooling, air bags, and exterior lighting.
How many times has the BMW 6 Series been recalled?: The BMW 6 Series has 14 recall campaigns from the 2010 to 2019 model years. A single campaign often covers several model years at once, so the number of recalls is not the same as the number of years affected.
What is the most serious BMW 6 Series recall?: The most serious recall on record involves the engine and engine cooling, affecting 696 vehicles. NHTSA flagged it as do-not-drive, meaning owners should stop driving the vehicle until the repair is done. Separation of the pump's driveshaft from the rotor could lead to a sudden loss of oil pressure causing the possibility of complete engine failure, resulting in an engine stall-like condition, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Which BMW 6 Series model year has the most recalls?: The 2012 BMW 6 Series has the most, with 4 recall campaigns on record. Older model years often pick up more recalls over time, since defects can surface years after a car is built.
How do I check if my BMW 6 Series has an open recall?: Enter your 17-digit VIN on the recall check page. It returns the recalls tied to your exact vehicle straight from NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer, with no expiration on most safety recalls.

Recall data comes from NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation. For how it is sourced and how the safety score is built, see the methodology and data sources. This page is a reference, not legal or safety advice.