repaired · 2021 Q2
Driver side: inflator module
Risk. An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
2012 BMW X6Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 32 owner complaints about the 2012 BMW X6, most often about the engine. It is covered by 7 safety recalls, and for recall 17V-020 the manufacturer reports only 57% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through May 14, 2024. Updated daily. Photo: Zytonits, CC BY-SA 2.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2012 BMW X6 has problems
32 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
15Engine
9Power train
6Fuel/propulsion system
5Electrical system1 crash/fire/injury
3Steering
2Air bags
2Structure
1Suspension
1Fuel system, gasoline
11 other systems
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 15 | 0 |
| Power train | 9 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 6 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 5 | 1 |
| Steering | 3 | 0 |
| Air bags | 2 | 0 |
| Structure | 2 | 2 |
| Suspension | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel system, gasoline | 1 | 0 |
| 1 other systems | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
7 recalls
2012 BMW X6 recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2021 Q2
Passenger side: inflator module
Do not driveRisk. An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
repaired · 2020 Q2
Passenger side: inflator module
Do not driveRisk. An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
repaired · 2019 Q3
Engine and engine cooling: engine
Risk. If the circuit board were to overheat, it can increase the risk of a fire.
Show 3 more recalls
repaired · 2019 Q2
Passenger side: inflator module
Do not driveRisk. An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
repaired · 2018 Q3
Driveline: driveshaft
Risk. If the front universal joint fails, the front wheels would not be driven, affecting vehicle traction.
repaired · 2019 Q1
Passenger side: inflator module
Do not driveRisk. An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with BMW.
Best & worst years
2012 vs. every other X6 year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the X6 median. How we score
'06'07'08'09'10'11'12'13'14'15'16'17'18'19'20'21'22'23'24'25'26
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What X6 owners report
Recent engine complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
Fuel pump stopped working almost died on highway after car stalled and wouldnt let me drive while it turned off. I cant believe a fuel pump is bad at 107 k miles. Ive read multiple forums on same issue w other x6 this needs immediate attention someone could die.
The contact owns a 2012 BMW X6. The contact took the vehicle to the local dealer and was informed that there was an unknown recall associated to the VIN. The dealer completed recall repairs. The contact stated on July 16, 2021 while her husband was driving 60 mph, the vehicle stalled. The contact…
WHILE DRIVING OIL LEAKING FROM OIL COOLING UNIT ONTO SERPENTINE BELT CAUSING IT TO BREAK AND TWAINS INTO (INGESTED) THE ENGINE CAUSING TIMING CHAIN ISSUES.
Own a 2012 X6?
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