2022 BMW X6 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Sep 2, 2026 · 5 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other X6 years
Not enough data 12th of 21 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA about the 2022 BMW X6. That ranks 12th out of 21 X6 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is back over prevention (1 complaints, 20%). There is 1 safety recall covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.

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2010 BMW ActiveHybrid X6 photographed at the 2010 Washington Auto Show.. Representative photo; appearance varies by model year. Photo: IFCAR, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2022 BMW X6 problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Back Over Prevention1
Lane Departure1
Power Train1
Service Brakes1
Steering1 · ~55,000 mi
Unknown or Other1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Back Over Prevention120%———
Lane Departure120%———
Power Train120%———
Service Brakes120%———
Steering120%55,000——
Unknown or Other120%———

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2023, with 2 complaints
2022: 1202212023: 2202322026: 220262

n = 5 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2022 BMW X6 recalls (1)

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Visibility:sun/moon roof assemblyApr 20, 2022 · NHTSA campaign 22V267000 · 61,221 vehicles

Problem: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022 4 Series Gran Coupe (430i, 430i xDrive, M440i xDrive); 2019-2022 X5 sDrive40i, X5 xDrive40i, X5 xDrive50i, X5 M50i, X5M; 2021-2022 X5 xdrive45e; 2020-2022 X6 sDrive40i, X6 xDrive40i, X6 xDrive50i, X6M and 2019-2023 X7 xDrive40i, X7 xDrive50i, X7 M50i, X7 xDrive60i, X7 M60i, X7M, Alpina XB7 vehicles. The roof function control unit may be programmed incorrectly, allowing the sunroof to close without the key fob present inside the vehicle. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 118, "Power-Operated Window Systems."

Risk: A sunroof that closes without the key fob present inside the vehicle can increase the risk of injury.

Fix: Dealers will reprogram the roof function control unit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 20, 2022. 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

  • Pedestrian alert sounds (DP22005) — opened Jan 27, 2023, closed Aug 7, 2023, led to recall 22V063000.

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 2022 BMW X6. The contact stated that while driving 60 MPH on the highway, the vehicle lost power, and the contact was unable to maneuver the vehicle or accelerate as needed. The heat management module warning light illuminated on the instrument panel and caused the vehicle to…

Power Train · received Sep 2, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11761561

The contact owns a 2022 BMW X6. The contact stated that while reversing at 5 MPH in the driveway, there was an abnormal dragging sound coming from the vehicle while turning the steering wheel. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where it was determined…

Steering · received Aug 21, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11758509

The rear sensor system design on the X6 does not work as described and the complaint was acknowledged by our BMW dealer “with nothing they can do”. When backing up out of a parking space, it does not alert for persons walking or driving by behind you unless they are only inches away. This has…

Back Over Prevention · received Aug 12, 2023 · NHTSA complaint 11538081

2022 bmw x6. Consumer writes in regard to defective brake design. The consumer was perplexed on how bmw made their determination if the vehicle was never examined.

Service Brakes · received Jan 25, 2023 · NHTSA complaint 11503550

When slowing the vehicle, at about 4-5 mph, the car seems to engage the auto-start system and force the car to lurch forward (adding power to the wheels) potentially causing an accident by forcing the car forward when the driver is attempting to slow the vehicle. This only happens 15% of the time…

Unknown or Other · received Aug 27, 2022 · NHTSA complaint 11481559

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2022 BMW X6?

Owners most often report back over prevention, lane departure, power train problems. The top one, back over prevention, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2022 BMW X6?

Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2022 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 2022 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.