2013 BMW M6 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other M6 years
- Not enough data 4th of 12 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2013 BMW M6. That ranks 4th out of 12 M6 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine (2 complaints, 100%), typically at around 24,525 miles. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 2owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2013 BMW M6 problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2 | 100% | 24,525 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | 50% | 50 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 50% | 50 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
2013 BMW M6 recalls (2)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Air bags:frontal:driver side:inflator module
Problem: 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.
Fix: 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.
Engine and engine cooling:engineDo not drive
Problem: 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.
Fix: 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.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
The contact owns a 2013 BMW M6. The contact stated that while driving at 80 MPH, the vehicle stalled. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer. The vehicle was diagnosed with engine failure, and that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired and…
Hello, i bought a used 2013 bmw m6 with about 77k miles on it from dch montclair acura in nj, and since i bought it the car has had problems and i tried to return it to them a few times but they just brushed me off and currently my car needs a new engine and it has been in the shop since last year…
Other BMW M6 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 M6 | 0 | 1 |
| 2018 M6 | 1 | 1 |
| 2017 M6 | 1 | 2 |
| 2016 M6 | 4 | 1 |
| 2015 M6 | 0 | 2 |
| 2014 M6 | 5 | 1 |
| 2013 | 2 | 2 |
| 2010 M6 | 0 | 1 |
| 2009 M6 | 0 | 1 |
| 2008 M6 | 2 | 1 |
| 2007 M6 | 7 | 1 |
| 2006 M6 | 2 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2013 BMW M6?
Owners most often report engine, unknown or other, vehicle speed control problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 2 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2013 BMW M6?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2013 BMW M6 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other M6 model years, the 2013 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.