2006 Bmw 6 Series problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Tires (1) · Suspension (1) · Service Brakes, Hydraulic (1)
Safety recalls (2)
Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery:cables 2012-03-26 · campaign 12V126000 · 367,682 vehicles
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.
Fix: 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.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:power Assist:vacuum 2010-10-01 · campaign 10V446000 · 198,352 vehicles
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.
Fix: 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.
Service bulletins (26)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Visibility:power Window Devices And Controls 2024-01-16 · B510819 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
the basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met.
Electrical System 2024-01-11 · B611305 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
the electrical system of bmw vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few years. this has led to increased demands being placed on the battery. this document covers important information for the dealer on how to handle ã¢ââdischarged batteryã¢ââ complaints.
Equipment Adaptive/Mobility 2020-10-01 · B611305 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
discharged battery energy diagnosis must be performed: the electrical system of bmw vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few years. this has led to increased demands being placed on the battery. this document covers important information for the dealer on how to
Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery 2013-03-01 · SIB-61-13-05 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
bmw: battery has an increased demand due to developemental process of the electrical system. this is causing the batter to need to undergo an energy diagnosis. *kb
Engine 2012-11-01 · SIB-11-07-12 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
bmw: while driving vehicle, at times would be rough running; white or blue smoke seen exiting exhaust system and the engine oil is consumed above specifications. *pe updated 1/11/13. *pe
Power Train:manual Transmission 2011-08-01 · SIB-24-03-09REV · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
bmw: one or a combination of the following situations may exist: intermittent harsh 4-3, 3-2 or 2-1 downshift (jolt) when coming to a stop with light brake application; jolts and/or jerks felt when reaccelerating after coasting; and judder when gently accelerating (most noticeable at an engine speed
Showing the 6 most recent of 26 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2013-01-28 · Suspension · 52,000 mi“tl* the contact owns a 2006 bmw 6 series. the contact stated during a diagnostic test at the dealer they stated there was a defect on the front axle control arm and the tension strut. the dealer replaced the front axle control arm and tension strut nuts in order to the remedy the defect. after the vehicle was repaired the contact noticed nhtsa camp…”
2011-08-18 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · 65,000 mi“tl* the contact owns a 2006 bmw 6-series. the vehicle was included in nhtsa campaign id number: 10v446000 (service brakes, hydraulic:power assist:vacuum) and was repaired. after repairs while driving approximately 35 mph and depressing the brake pedal, the power assist braking would not function. the contact had to place the vehicle in neutral in o…”
2011-06-20 · Equipment:appliance:air Conditioner · 57,000 mi“tl* the contact owns a 2006 bmw 650i. the contact stated that the vehicle's ac was not cold. the contact took the vehicle to a local mechanic where he was told that engine oil was leaking below the brake vacuum pump. the mechanic advised the contact of nhtsa campaign id number: 07v479000 (engine and engine cooling). the contact then called bmw u…”
2007-01-03 · Tires“tire internal failure - looks like a cut inside the tire. *jb…”
2006-07-10 · Seats“2006 bmw 650i, march 2006 passenger seat would lock, airbag system malfunctioned, engine began backfiring. may 2006 the seat locked and the airbag malfunctioned again. in june the engine overheated and was repaired. *kb ***nar*** *jb…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.