2018 BMW X6: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2018 BMW X6: 4 recalls, 4 owner complaints and up to 21 mpg combined.
Recalls
4 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Suspension Vehicle recall #17V727000 · 2017 · 33 vehicles
What's wrong: Bolts that secure the front suspension May not have been properly tightened.
Why it matters: Loose bolts can affect the performance of the suspension, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and tighten the wishbone suspension bolts, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 8, 2018.
Suspension Vehicle recall #18V439000 · 2018 · 43 vehicles
What's wrong: The pivot bolt on the front lower-left control arm May not have been properly hardened, which May cause the control arm to break.
Why it matters: If the lower control arm breaks, vehicle handling and control can be affected, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the lower-left control arms and replace if necessary, free of charge. The recall began July 11, 2018.
Wheels Vehicle recall #18V614000 · 2018 · 33 vehicles
What's wrong: The wheel bolts on these vehicles May not have been properly tightened.
Why it matters: The improperly tightened wheel bolts May loosen and break, affecting vehicle handling and control and increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will replace and tighten all of the wheel bolts, free of charge. The recall began November 1, 2018.
Child seat Vehicle recall #19V823000 · 2019 · 32,760 vehicles
What's wrong: 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.
Why it matters: Damaged lower anchor bars May increase the child's risk of injury in the event of a crash.
The 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.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 1 mention a fire, 0 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Brakes (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Steering (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Suspension (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Other / unknown (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 2018 BMW X6 has 4 owner complaints, ranking #15 of 21 X6 model years for complaints (well below the 10 average). Neighboring years: 2017 (3 complaints, 2 recalls), 2019 (5 complaints, 4 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.0 L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 18 | 25 | 21 | Premium |
| 3.0 L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 18 | 24 | 20 | Premium |
| 4.4 L 8-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 15 | 21 | 17 | Premium |
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FAQ
Does the 2018 BMW X6 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 vehicle recalls for the 2018 BMW X6. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2018 BMW X6 problems?
Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are brakes (1), steering (1), suspension (1).
What gas mileage does the 2018 BMW X6 get?
EPA ratings run up to 21 mpg combined (3.0 L, Automatic (S8)), across 3 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2018 BMW X6 repair manual?
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