2021 BMW X6
Only 7 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 7 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 7
- Recalls
- 7
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
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Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2021
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2021: 7 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 7 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Forward collision avoidance
2 of 7 total reports mention: forward collision avoidance, most commonly citing automatic emergency braking.
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The automatic parking feature was being used to park in garage the vehicle proceed to back up without stopping and the emergency braking system didnât engage leading to the vehicle crashing.
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-05-17
Also filed under Back over prevention
If I have made the purchase depositing 100000 and the rest in monthly payments
NHTSA ODI report, 2020-12-20
Also filed under Lane departure
Electrical system
2 of 7 total reports mention: electrical system.
Service brakes
2 of 7 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
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Unknown
NHTSA ODI report, 2025-10-18
Lane departure
2 of 7 total reports mention: lane departure, most commonly citing blind spot detection and assist.
Steering
1 of 7 total reports mentions: steering.
Safety timeline
7 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first
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2020-08-22Tires20V483000 BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2021 X6 (sDrive40i, xDrive40i and M50i) and X5 (sDrive40i, xDrive40i and M50i) vehicles equipped with certain Pirelli tires.
Remedy: BMW has notified all of the affected owners, and dealers will replace the defective tires, free of charge. BMW has contacted owners by telephone and those owners have had their cars remedied. Owner notification letters will not be sent.
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2020-10-30Exterior lighting20V528000 BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020-2021 X5 sDrive40i, xDrive40i, xDrive50i, X5 M50i, X5M, X6 sDrive40i, xDrive40i, X6 M50i, X6M, X7 M50i and 2021 X5 xDrive45e vehicles. The headlamps may allow a blue light to illuminate.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the headlamps and, if necessary, replace them, free of charge. The recall began October 30, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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2021-03-30Electrical system20V761000 BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2021 M340i xDrive, M440i xDrive Coupe, 530i, 530i xDrive, 540i, 540i xDrive, 740Li, 740Li xDrive, 840i Gran Coupe, 840i xDrive Gran Coupe, X5 sDrive40i, X5 xDrive40i, X6 sDrive40i, X6 xDrive40i,...
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the connection between the 48-Volt battery and the starter-generator assembly, replacing it if necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin April 12, 2021.
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2021-03-30Steering21V031000 BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2021 X5 sDrive40i, X5 xDrive40i, X5M, X5 xDrive45e, X6 sDrive40i, X6 xDrive40i, X7 xDrive40i, X7 M50i vehicles.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, depending upon the inspection, either the bolt will be replaced and tightened to specifications, or the steering column shaft, universal joint, and bolt will be replaced and tightened to...
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2021-04-16Back over prevention21V096000 BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2021 X3 sDrive30i, X3 xDrive30i, X3 M40i, X3M, X4 xDrive30i, X4 M40i, M550i, X4M, X5 sDrive40i, X5 xDrive40i, X5 xDrive50i, X5M, X5 M50i, X7 xDrive40i, X7 xDrive50i, X7 M50i, Alpina XB7,...
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rearview camera software and update it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began April 16, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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2021-05-25Service brakes, hydraulic21V062000 BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020-2021 8 Series Coupe, Grand Coupe and convertible 840i, 840i xDrive, M850i xDrive, M8 and 740 Li, 740 Li xDrive, 750 Li xDrive, M760 Li xDrive, X6 sDrive40i, X6 xDrive40i, X6 xdrive50i, X6...
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the integrated brake system, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 25, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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2022-06-20Visibility22V267000 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...
Remedy: 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.
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2023-01-27Defect petitionClosed 2023-08-07 Pedestrian alert sounds
Buy-smart checklist
2021 BMW X6 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Forward collision avoidance: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Service brakes: 2 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 20V483000 · Tires
- Recall 20V528000 · Exterior lighting
- Recall 20V761000 · Electrical system
- Recall 21V031000 · Steering
- Recall 21V096000 · Back over prevention
- Recall 21V062000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
- Recall 22V267000 · Visibility
FAQ
- Is the 2021 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 2021 BMW X6?
- The most-reported component is forward collision avoidance, accounting for 29% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2021 BMW X6 have?
- 7 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.