2024 BMW X6 Problems
Compared with other BMW X6 years
Too new to compare
- Model years are compared once their first three years of complaints are in; the 2024 can be compared from 2027.
- Most reported part: Brakes (9 complaints).
- 5 recall campaigns on record. A VIN search at nhtsa.gov/recalls shows open recalls for a specific vehicle.
Based only on NHTSA complaints, recalls and investigations. Not adjusted for how many vehicles were sold, and not a reliability rating. How this is calculated
- Complaints
- 9filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- —no mileage reported
- Recalls
- 5campaigns on record
- Trend
- Too newThis model year is less than 4 years old, so a trend is not meaningful yet.
- NHTSA crash rating
- —no overall rating published
- EPA fuel economy
- 19 mpgcombined, 4.4L 8-cyl · hybrid AWD · 17 city / 22 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2024 BMW X6 (complaints, recalls, investigations), EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 9 consumer complaints for the 2024 BMW X6. The part named most often is brakes, with 9 complaints (100% of the total), followed by electronic stability control (6) and forward collision avoidance (2). NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns and 136 technical service bulletins for this model year. Brakes complaints overlap with 2 recall campaigns covering the control module and 5 technical service bulletins filed under the same part. Electronic stability control complaints overlap with 1 recall campaign filed under the same part.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Brakes9 100%
- Other or unknown1 11%
Example complaints
Brakes: “I recieved a letter stating that the integrated brakes are not working functioning properly and there is no remedy . This has been going on for a while I am scare to drive the car”
NHTSA complaint #11621210, filed 2024-10Electronic stability control: “The contact owns a 2024 BMW X6. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V104000 (Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Service Brakes, Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.”
NHTSA complaint #11618840, filed 2024-10Complaints by year filed
This model year is less than 4 years old, so a trend is not meaningful yet.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 2024 BMW X6 version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| X6 M Competition AWD | 4.4L 8-cyl · hybrid | 8-speed automatic | 13 | 18 | 15 | $5,500 |
| X6 M60i xDrive AWD | 4.4L 8-cyl · hybrid | 8-speed automatic | 17 | 22 | 19 | $4,350 |
| X6 xDrive40i AWD | 3.0L 6-cyl · hybrid | 8-speed automatic | 23 | 26 | 24 | $3,400 |
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.
Recalls and investigations
- 26V422000Jul 1, 2026Service brakes, hydraulic › Power assist › Electric › Control moduleCovers: BMW X6 2024–2025, X7 2023–2025, 760I 2023–2025 +12 more
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2025 Mini Cooper S, Mini Countryman S All4, X2, 2024 Rolls-Royce Spectre, 2023-2025 i7, 7 Series, X7, 2024-2025 i5, 5 Series, 2023-2024 XM, X1, 2024-2025 X6, and X5 vehicles. The integrated brake (IB)…
- 24V739000Oct 2, 2024Electronic stability control (esc)Covers: BMW X6 2024, X7 2023–2024, 760I 2023–2024 +10 more
BMW of North America, LLC. (BMW) is recalling certain 2023-2024 X1, X5, X6, X7, XM, 530i, i5, 740i, 760i, i7, and 750e vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models and model years. The integrated brake (IB) system may malfunction and…
- 24V104000Feb 12, 2024Service brakes, hydraulic › Power assist › Electric › Control moduleCovers: BMW X6 2024–2025, X7 2023–2025, X1 2023–2025 +14 more
BMW of North America, LLC. (BMW) is recalling certain 2023-2025 BMW, MINI, and Rolls-Royce vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models and model years. The integrated brake (IB) system may malfunction and result in a loss of power…
- 23V622000Sep 7, 2023Air bagsCovers: BMW X6 2024, X7 2024, X5 2024 +1 more
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2023 BMW XM, 2024 BMW X5 sDrive40i, X5 xDrive40i, X5 M60i, X5 M, X5 xDrive50e, X6 xDrive40i, X6 M60i, X6 M, X7 xDrive40i, X7 M60i, and Alpina XB7 vehicles. The front passenger knee air bag may not deploy…
- 23V471000Jul 10, 2023Air bags › Knee bolsterCovers: BMW X6 2024, X7 2024, X5 2024 +1 more
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2024 X5 sDrive40i, X5 xDrive40i, X5 M60i, X5 M, xDrive 50e, 2024 X6 xDrive40i, X6 M60i, X6 M, 2024 X7 xDrive40i, X7 M60i, Alpina XB7, and 2023 XM vehicles. The knee air bag (driver and/or passenger) may…
Recall details for the 2024 BMW X6 → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 136 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 11037505Sep 9, 2026Engine. Potential customer complaints with no fault codes stored / No MIL displayed. 1. “Rough idle after idling for a longer period of time” 2. “Vehicle feels like it is misfiring at idle” The automatic…
- 11037532Sep 8, 2026Electrical system. After programming the vehicle via ISTA/RSUto I-level …26-03-5xx, customer may reportsome of the interior ambient lighting strips(arrows) may begin to fail sporadically after adeep sleep cycle. This…
- 11036436Aug 22, 2026Engine. Air Flap Return
- 11036381Aug 20, 2026Electrical system. After programming the vehicle via ISTA/RSUto I-level …26-03-5xx, some of the interiorambient lighting strips (arrows) may begin tofail sporadically after a deep sleep cycle.
- 11036380Aug 20, 2026Electrical system. After replacement of the Integrated Braking system (IB)/Power Brake the total distance covered might belower than when handed over to the workshop for the repair.
- 11036432Aug 6, 2026Engine. Fan Return
- 11035404Jul 23, 2026Electrical system. The Central Information Display (CID) side of the Multifunction Display (MFD) may flicker intermittently. Theflickering manifests itself in three phases: The image is distorted The central…
- 11035396Jul 10, 2026Engine. Due to an implementation error in various OBD diagnostics in the vehicle's control units, in very rare cases itmay happen that stored fault memory codes (DTCs) and the MIL (warning light) are not…
- 11034450Jun 11, 2026Electrical system. In these vehicles with an S68 engine, an incorrect diagnosis of the Valvetronic (VVT) may occur. Undercertain operating conditions, the software may detect a short-circuit in the valve control…
- 11033035May 11, 2026Engine. Delivery stop: variable valve timing
Other model years of the BMW X6
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 9 | — | 5 | — | 19 | — | Too new |
| 2022 | 5 | 55,000 | 1 | — | 15 | — | Not enough data |
| 2021 | 7 | 51,000 | 7 | — | 15 | — | Not enough data |
| 2020 | 9 | 63,843 | 10 | — | 23 | — | Not enough data |
| 2019 | 5 | 99,912 | 4 | — | 20 | — | Not enough data |
| 2016 | 9 | 48,000 | 1 | — | 21 | — | Not enough data |
| 2015 | 9 | 51,500 | 1 | — | 22 | — | Not enough data |
| 2014 | 11 | 100,000 | 3 | — | 17 | — | Not enough data |
| 2013 | 25 | 55,000 | 5 | — | 16 | 32 · Fewer | Stable |
| 2012 | 32 | 72,450 | 7 | — | 16 | 50 · Typical | Falling |
| 2011 | 31 | 60,000 | 11 | — | 16 | 58 · Typical | Falling |
| 2010 | 15 | 79,966 | 9 | — | 15 | — | Stable |
| 2009 | 19 | 58,244 | 10 | — | 17 | — | Falling |
All BMW X6 model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2024 BMW X6 have?
NHTSA recorded 9 consumer complaints for the 2024 BMW X6 as of Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2024 BMW X6 is reported most often?
Brakes is named most often, in 9 complaints (100% of the total), followed by electronic stability control with 6.
Has the 2024 BMW X6 been recalled?
NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2024 BMW X6 get?
The EPA rates the 2024 BMW X6 (X6 M60i xDrive, 4.4L 8-cyl · hybrid) at 19 mpg combined, 17 city and 22 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $4,350 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.