2017 BMW X6
Only 3 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 3 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 3
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2017
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2017: 3 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2006 | 1 |
| 2007 | 1 |
| 2008 | 4 |
| 2009 | 19 |
| 2010 | 15 |
| 2011 | 31 |
| 2012 | 32 |
| 2013 | 25 |
| 2014 | 11 |
| 2015 | 9 |
| 2016 | 9 |
| 2017 | 3 |
| 2018 | 4 |
| 2019 | 5 |
| 2020 | 9 |
| 2021 | 7 |
| 2022 | 3 |
| 2023 | 1 |
| 2024 | 9 |
| 2025 | 1 |
| 2026 | 3 |
Known problem areas
Only 3 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Engine
1 of 3 total reports mentions: engine.
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My car was running normal and suddenly red warning lights came on and it said âengine overheated, pull over and turn off car immediately.â I did pull over but I was inside an interstate tunnel.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-08-10
Child seat
1 of 3 total reports mentions: child seat.
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Tl* the contact owns a 2017 BMW X6. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 19V823000 (Child seat) however, the parts for the recall repair was not yet available.
NHTSA ODI report, 2020-01-17
Air bags
1 of 3 total reports mentions: air bags, most commonly citing air bag/restraint control module.
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The contact owns a 2017 BMW X6. The contact that while starting the vehicle, the check air bag and seat belt warning lights were illuminated. The contact stated that the warning lights remained illuminated until the vehicle was turned off.
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-11-30
Safety timeline
2 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first
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2017-06-15Equipment, tires17V327000 BMW North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2017 BMW X5 M and BMW X6 M vehicles. The vehicles are equipped with 21-inch tires, however the Tire Information Label states that the vehicles are equipped with 20-inch tires.
Remedy: BMW has notified the affected owners and is providing them with a corrected tire information placard, free of charge. The recall began June 15, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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2020-04-23Child seat19V823000 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.
Remedy: 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.
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2021-09-17Engineering analysisOpen Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture
Buy-smart checklist
2017 BMW X6 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Engine: 1 report on file for this year.
- Child seat: 1 report on file for this year.
- Air bags: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 17V327000 · Equipment, tires
- Recall 19V823000 · Child seat
FAQ
- Is the 2017 BMW X6 reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2017 BMW X6?
- The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2017 BMW X6 have?
- 2 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.