The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·18V614000·Announced 2018-09-12

BMW Recalls 2018-2019 X6 Models for Improperly Tightened Wheel Bolts

BMW is recalling 2018-2019 X6 and X6 M vehicles because wheel bolts may not have been properly tightened, which could loosen and break, increasing crash risk.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).

The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (wheel bolts) that can lead to loss of vehicle control and crashes, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

BMW of North America, LLC is recalling certain 2018-2019 BMW X6 sDrive35i, X6 xDrive35i, X6 xDrive50i, and X6 M vehicles. The recall addresses wheel bolts that may not have been properly tightened during manufacturing.

The improperly tightened wheel bolts may loosen and break, which can affect vehicle handling and control and increase the risk of a crash. No specific number of affected units is provided in the source text.

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace and tighten all of the wheel bolts free of charge. The recall began on November 1, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
BMW X6, X6 M
Brand
BMW
Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
Category
Vehicle — SUV / Crossover
Hazard
Affected units
33

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (2)

  • X6
  • X6 M

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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