Air bags: critical fasteners
NewRisk. An air bag that does not deploy properly can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
NHTSA has logged 3 owner complaints about the 2026 BMW X6, most often about the structure. It is covered by 2 safety recalls, and for recall 25V-671 the manufacturer reports only 100% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through May 12, 2026. Updated daily.
3 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Structure | 2 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 1 | 0 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 1 | 0 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
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.
Risk. An air bag that does not deploy properly can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
Risk. Water inside electrical components can cause a loss of headlights or door closing functions, increasing the risk of a crash.
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.
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
2026 BMW X6 SUV N/A AWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
Recent structure complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
Driver Side - Significant Wind Noise during highway driving. Ferman BMW stated excessive movement at pivot joint of driver's mirror. Installed New Mirror. Noise persistent Wesley Chapel BMW Completed Noise Test
New Vehicle - less than 10 miles - Driver Door Closure Issue - Vehicle Turns Off. Ferman BMW stated its a Safety issue. Door Alignment Issue.
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.