2019 BMW X6
Only 5 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 5 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 5
- Recalls
- 4
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2019
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2019: 5 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 5 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Parking brake
1 of 5 total reports mentions: parking brake.
Fuel/propulsion system
1 of 5 total reports mentions: fuel/propulsion system.
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While driving to the store my husband notice the vehicle began to over heat. After only driving less than 2 miles the vehicle was parked at my home, it suddenly burst into flames from the engine an hour later.
NHTSA ODI report, 2025-04-23
Also filed under Engine
Engine and engine cooling
1 of 5 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling.
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The contact owns a 2019 BMW X6. The contact stated that the vehicle was leaking oil. The check engine warning light was illuminated.
NHTSA ODI report, 2022-08-11
Engine
1 of 5 total reports mentions: engine.
Air bags
1 of 5 total reports mentions: air bags.
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I was in an accident on the interstate 195 in New Bedford, MA. My car was pushed into the guardrail on the driver's side. The air bag in the the side of my seat deployed and ruptured releasing hot gases and burned me through my clothes.
NHTSA ODI report, 2021-11-17
Safety timeline
4 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2018-09-21Suspension18V680000 BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019 BMW X6 sDrive35i, X6 xDrive35i, X6 xDrive50i and X6M vehicles. The rear upper control arm pivot bolts may have been improperly hardened, possibly causing the rear upper control arms to break.
Remedy: All affected vehicles remain on dealer lots, therefore owner letters will not be mailed. BMW dealers will replace both rear upper control arms, free of charge. The recall began September 21, 2018.
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2018-11-01Wheels18V614000 BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018-2019 BMW X6 sDrive35i, X6 xDrive35i, X6 xDrive50i, and X6M vehicles. The wheel bolts on these vehicles may not have been properly tightened.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace and tighten all of the wheel bolts, free of charge. The recall began November 1, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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2019-11-08Back over prevention19V684000 BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 540d, 2018-2020 530i, 530i xDrive, 540i, 540i xDrive, M550i xDrive, M5, 530e, 530e xDrive, X3 sDrive, X3 xDrive, X3 M40i, X3 M, and 2019-2020 X4 xDrive, X4 M40i, X4 M, X7 xDrive, X7 M50i,...
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will update the back-up camera software, free of charge. The recall began November 8, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Rolls-Royce at 1-877-877-3735.
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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.
Buy-smart checklist
2019 BMW X6 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Parking brake: 1 report on file for this year.
- Fuel/propulsion system: 1 report on file for this year.
- Engine and engine cooling: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 18V680000 · Suspension
- Recall 18V614000 · Wheels
- Recall 19V684000 · Back over prevention
- Recall 19V823000 · Child seat
FAQ
- Is the 2019 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 2019 BMW X6?
- The most-reported component is parking brake, accounting for 20% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2019 BMW X6 have?
- 4 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.