2015 BMW X6 recalls
Reported Nov 18, 2019 · 32,760 vehicles affected · BMW of North America, LLC
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.
2015 BMW X6 problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Engine | 3 | |
| Service Brakes | 2 | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 1 | |
| Electronic Stability Control (ESC) | 1 | |
| Child Seat | 1 | |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 1 | |
| Power Train | 1 | |
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 57,000 miles (median of owner reports).
Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.
Recent 2015 BMW X6 complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Engine · reported Dec 9, 2024
Car goes into limp mode on highway. Shakes very bad and I lose power to my car speed going from 65-70mph to 30-40mph forcing the car trying to get to a safe area to see why my car suddenly lost power. After dodging all the close call accidents from me trying to pull over I come to a complete stop and car is shaking out of control so I turn it off and turn it back on but my car still shakes out of control. After sitting on the side of the road with traffic zipping past me for about 30 minutes I turned my car back on and the shaking went away. Days later the car did it again but I was in city…
Engine and Engine Cooling · at 134,000 miles · reported Jul 6, 2021
The contact owns a 2015 BMW X6. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle inadvertently shifted into neutral with the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The contact referenced NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V755000 (Engine and Engine Cooling) as a possible solution to the failure however, the Vin was not included. Neither the dealer nor the manufacturer had been notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 134,000.
Engine · at 46,000 miles · reported Nov 3, 2020
The contact owned a 2015 bmw x6. The contact stated that the vehicle as driven all morning and when the contact reached another patient home and parked the vehicle on the residential road. The contact was advised that the vehicle the vehicle was emitting smoke under the hood and within a moment, the vehicle was on fire. The fire department was present and extinguished the fire. However, the contact was not advised why or where the fire initiated under the hood. The contacts vehicle was towed by the insurance company to collision center and the collision center advised the insurance company…
Service Brakes · at 57,000 miles · reported Feb 4, 2019
I was driving hwy 80 the traction control malfunction light came on and in a split second I lost control of vehicle. I started to skid toward wall dividers and quickly braked. Then the brakes locked up causing me to crash on to the divided. This vehicle was purchased with anti lock brakes. This was definitely a bmw malfunction!
Visibility/Wiper · at 32,000 miles · reported May 16, 2018
My sunroof exploded while driving on the hwy 69 in houston, tx. It was a clear sunny day. No heavy duty vehicles were around me, nor did anything hit my sunroof. It exploded from inside out. I thought someone had fired a gun because that's what it sounded like. I had to call for assistance because I was to frantic to drive or do anything. I AM so nervous to drive that vehicle. It was a blessing I didn't hit another vehicle. They want me to pay thousands of dollars out of my pocket or file the repairs on my insurance, bmw need to take responsibility..
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2015 BMW X6 have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2015 BMW X6: 19V-823 (child seat). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What is the most common problem with the 2015 BMW X6?
Owners report engine problems most often (3 reports), followed by service brakes (2). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 57,000 miles.
Are BMW recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized BMW dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.