BMW X6 SAV Problems by Year
NHTSA has 6 owner complaints and 2 safety recalls on file for the BMW X6 SAV, across 6 model years (2008–2013). The 2009 model year has the most complaints (2). The most reported problem area overall is air bags.
BMW X6 SAV years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No X6 SAV model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2009 X6 SAV: 2 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2013 X6 SAV: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
- 2011 X6 SAV: 1 complaint, 1 recall
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common BMW X6 SAV problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Engine | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All BMW X6 SAV model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 X6 SAV | 1 | 0 | — | Air Bags | |
| 2012 X6 SAV | 0 | 2 | — | — | |
| 2011 X6 SAV | 1 | 1 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2010 X6 SAV | 1 | 0 | — | Air Bags | |
| 2009 X6 SAV | 2 | 0 | — | Engine | |
| 2008 X6 SAV | 1 | 0 | — | Air Bags |
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Frequently asked questions
Which BMW X6 SAV years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2009 (2), 2013 (1), 2011 (1). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the BMW X6 SAV?
Air Bags, with 3 complaints across 3 model years.
How many recalls does the BMW X6 SAV have?
2 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.