2010 BMW X6 Fuel system Problems
- Complaints
- 6about this part
- Share
- 40%of 15 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 76,146miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 6 complaints about the fuel system of the 2010 BMW X6, 40% of the 15 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 76,146 miles. 2 a fire, according to the filers. 2 recall campaigns on record are filed under a similar system.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Low pressure fuel sensor was said to be replace, Bmw has record of this known issue. I went to get my vehicle checked out first because the water pump was bad and Bmw knows this as well. Then they stated I need to change the low pressure fuel sensor for $900+ dollars. I just replaced the water pump costing $1,199 dollars , Bmw is aware of these ongoing issues in these cars and are doing nothing about it!”
NHTSA complaint #11057068, filed 2017-12, 79,966 miles“My Bmw X6 is experiencing electrical issues. The passenger rear view mirror no longer folds in and I can't adjust it to a perfect position. Also my wiper speed will not adjust. When in reverse the camera flickers badly. Sometimes it works, other times it does not. Very inconsistent.”
NHTSA complaint #11016440, filed 2017-08, 100,000 miles“Without any warning, my late model 2010 Bmw x6m burst into flames, exploded and was completely totaled. I picked the car up from center Bmw in sherman oaks, ca, on the evening of friday, november 2nd, after the car had been serviced from 10/25 through 11/2. Center Bmw described the replacement of all eight (8) fuel injectors and spark plugs following an engine malfunction, among other items. All work was done under warranty. …”
NHTSA complaint #10485542, filed 2012-11, 35,000 miles“The contact owns a 2010 Bmw X6. While driving 35 MPH, the engine overheating indicator illuminated and the engine stalled. The vehicle was unable to restart. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the fuel pump failed and needed to be replaced. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16v746000 (fuel system, gasoline). Prior to having the recall performed, there were no failures. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and advised the contact to call a dealer. A dealer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 76,146. …”
NHTSA complaint #11055763, filed 2017-12, 76,146 milesRelated recalls
- 16V746000Oct 17, 2016BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2007-2011 BMW X5 3.0si, X5 4.8i, X5 M, X5 xDrive30i, X5 xDrive35i, X5 xDrive48i and X5…Covers: BMW X6 2008–2011, X5 2007–2011, 5-SERIES Gran Turismo 2010–2011 +6 more
- 11V521000Oct 20, 2011Bmw is recalling certain model year 2011 5-series, model year 2010-2011 5-series gran turismo, model year 2009-2011 7-series, model year 2010-2011 x5 sav, and…Covers: BMW X6 2008–2011, 7 Series 2009–2011, X5 2010–2011 +2 more
Related service bulletins
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- 10199287May 1, 2021CLASS ACTION SETTLEMENT: N54/N54T/N55 ELECTRIC ENGINE COOLANT PUMP . With the court's FINAL approval, BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) has entered a nationwide settlement with…
- 10198894May 1, 2021CLASS ACTION SETTLEMENT: N54/N54T/N55 ELECTRIC ENGINE COOLANT PUMP . With the court's FINAL approval, BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) has entered a nationwide settlement with…
- 10186215Dec 1, 2020INCORRECT TORQUE SPECIFICATION FOR THE HIGH-PRESSURE PUMP IN ISTA: The current version of ISTA states the incorrect tightening torque for the High-Pressure pump M6 mounting bolts…
- 10160237Apr 1, 2019E71 (X6 WITH N63 ENGINE) FUEL INJECTORS: LIMITED WARRANTY EXTENSION TO 10 YEARS/120000 MILES. The vehicles engine is experiencing either a long crank/starting duration engine…
- 10146632Apr 1, 2017?N20, N26, N55, N63TU, S63TU and S55 Engines: Bosch Injector ETK Part Number Error What's New: ? Identifying the injector type using the ISTA test plan ? Determining the injector…
- 10147006Aug 1, 2016Service Action: S63 Engine - Check and Replace High- Pressure Injectors This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B13 08 15 dated January 2016. The high-pressure injectors…
- 10146988Aug 1, 2016"IN-TANK FUEL DELIVERY MODULE (PUMP): LIMITED WARRANTY EXTENSION TO 10 YEARS WITHOUT MILEAGE LIMITATION. INFORMATION On the above-referenced vehicles, BMW of North America, LLC…
- 10151248Apr 1, 2016This Service Information bulletin and attachment supersedes SI B11 08 15 dated November 2015. SUBJECT N63 and S63 Engine: Valve Seal Replacement. Refer to the following…
- 10151079Feb 1, 2016SI B13 03 15 February 2016 Fuel Systems Technical Service This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B13 03 15 dated March 2015 and replaces SI B13 04 13 dated March 2014…
Fuel system: other model years
Other parts of the 2010 BMW X6
7 complaintsElectrical system
3 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
2 complaintsAir bags
1 complaintsEngine cooling
1 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2010 BMW X6
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology