2016 BMW X6 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other X6 years
- Not enough data 7th of 21 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 9 complaints with NHTSA about the 2016 BMW X6. That ranks 7th out of 21 X6 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is power train (3 complaints, 33%), typically at around 150,000 miles. Complaints mention 1 injury. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.
- 9owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 1NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2016 BMW X6 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 3 | 33% | 150,000 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 2 | 22% | 82,000 | — | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 1 | 11% | 6,000 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 11% | 130,000 | — | — |
| Steering | 1 | 11% | 52,000 | — | — |
| Suspension | 1 | 11% | 48,000 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | 11% | 10 | — | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 11% | 10 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2016 BMW X6 recalls (1)
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Child seat
Problem: BMW of North America, LLC. (BMW) is recalling certain 2015-2019 X6 sDrive35i, X6 xDrive35i, X6 xDrive50i, and X6M vehicles equipped with rear seat lower anchor bars used in securing child restraint seats. The lower anchor bars may become damaged over time when used with an ISOFIX-type, rigid-style connector, child restraint system.
Risk: Damaged lower anchor bars may increase the child's risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will weld a reinforcing bracket to the lower anchor bars and the vehicle body, free of charge. Owner notification began January 17, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service 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.
NHTSA defect investigations
- Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture (EA21002) — opened Sep 17, 2021, still open.
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 2016 BMW X6. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the steering wheel failed to function as intended. The vehicle was parked inside the garage, and the contact was unable to turn to the right or the left. The message "Power Steering Lock" was displayed on the…
I am reaching out regarding a serious issue with my 2016 BMW X6 M, which suffered a driveshaft failure. I understand that certain BMW models were recalled for similar issues, but my vehicle was not included. Given the severity of the damage and the number of similar complaints online, I believe…
The contact owns a 2016 BMW X6. The contact stated that the vehicle was running rough, with the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact used a vehicle scanner and retrieved diagnostic trouble codes indicating a misfire in cylinder number #5, and the water pump had failed due to a ground…
The contact owns a 2016 BMW X6. The contact stated while driving 35 MPH, there was an abnormal sound coming from the front of the vehicle. The contact pulled off the road. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to local mechanic who informed the contact that the driveshaft…
The contact owns a 2016 BMW X6. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact attempted to use the turn signal while making a right turn however, the system failed to operate as needed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the Instrument panel…
Other BMW X6 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 X6 | 3 | 2 |
| 2025 X6 | 1 | 4 |
| 2024 X6 | 9 | 5 |
| 2023 X6 | 1 | 1 |
| 2022 X6 | 5 | 1 |
| 2021 X6 | 7 | 7 |
| 2020 X6 | 9 | 10 |
| 2019 X6 | 5 | 4 |
| 2018 X6 | 4 | 4 |
| 2017 X6 | 3 | 2 |
| 2016 | 9 | 1 |
| 2015 X6 | 9 | 1 |
| 2014 X6 | 11 | 3 |
| 2013 X6 | 25 | 5 |
| 2012 X6 | 32 | 7 |
| 2011 X6 | 31 | 11 |
| 2010 X6 | 15 | 9 |
| 2009 X6 | 19 | 10 |
| 2008 X6 | 4 | 8 |
| 2007 X6 | 1 | 0 |
| 2006 X6 | 1 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2016 BMW X6?
Owners most often report power train, electrical system, electronic stability control (esc) problems. The top one, power train, accounts for 3 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2016 BMW X6?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2016 BMW X6 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other X6 model years, the 2016 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.