2023 Bmw X6 problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Structure:body (1)
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Safety recalls (1)
Power Train:automatic Transmission:control Module (Tcm/Pcm/Tecm) 2023-12-06 · campaign 23V821000 · 552 vehicles
Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2023 Toyota GR Supra, 3 Series Sedan (330i xDrive, M340i xDrive, M3), 5 Series Sedan (530i, 530i xDrive, M5), 4 Series Gran Coupe (430i, 430i xDrive), 4 Series Coupe (430i, 430i xDrive, M440i xDrive), 4 Series Convertible (430i, 430i xDrive, M440i xDrive), 8 Series Coupe (840i, M850i xDrive, M8), 8 Series Convertible (840i, M850i xDrive, M8), 8 Series Gran Coupe (850i xDrive, M8), X3 SAV (X3 xDrive30i, X3M), X4 SAV (X4 xDrive30i), X5 SAV (X5 x
Risk: Transmission oil that leaks into the control unit can lead to a seizure of the transmission gears, causing a sudden loss of drive power and increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the transmission mechatronics module and the automatic transmission fluid, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 26, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Service bulletins (90)
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.
Engine 2026-08-26 · B110723 · Emissions
the return springs on the exhaust camshaft followers (switchable rocker arm) may break.
Engine 2026-07-10 · B120326 · Emissions
due to an implementation error in various obd diagnostics in the vehicle's control units, in very rare cases itmay happen that stored fault memory codes (dtcs) and the mil (warning light) are not automaticallydeleted even though the underlying malfunction has already been rectified. this does not co
Engine 2026-06-29 · B010324 · Warranty Program/Extension
the evap systems purge (vent) valve limited warranty for defects in materials and / or workmanship has been extended to 15 years / 150,000 miles as determined from the original first in-service / delivery date.
Electrical System 2026-06-11 · B120626 · Service Campaign
in these vehicles with an s68 engine, an incorrect diagnosis of the valvetronic (vvt) may occur. undercertain operating conditions, the software may detect a short-circuit in the valve control system even thoughthere is no fault. when the above-mentioned fault occurs, the red check control warning l
Air Bags 2026-05-19 · B652724 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
a check control message (ccm) for the restraint system (air bag) appears. in the instrument cluster, the redair bag warning light lights up permanently. one of the following fault codes is stored in the acsm (air bag control unit): 930949 - knee airbag, driver: short circuit to negative terminal 930
Engine 2026-05-11 · B120626 · Service Campaign
delivery stop: variable valve timing
Showing the 6 most recent of 90 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2026-01-24 · Structure:body“on three separate occasions the back doors of the truck opened while the car was at speed. the first time (1/20/26) it was the passenger-side back door. no one was sitting in the car aside from the driver. driver noticed the door ajar light come on after being at speed and then looked back to see the back door slightly opened, then pulled over and …”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.