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Bmw X6 · 2021

7 recalls affect this vehicle. Sorted by severity, then date.

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  • Severity pendingNHTSA·21V062000·2021-02-10

    Certain 2019–2021 BMW Models Recalled for Brake System Defect

    BMW is recalling certain 2019–2021 models due to improper welding of the integrated brake system rotor and shaft, which could separate during hard braking and cause loss of braking assistance. Owners should contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 for a free replacement.

    Product
    BMW — BMW M850I, X5, 750LI, M760LI
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·21V031000·2021-01-29

    2021 BMW X5, X6, X7 Steering Column Defect Recall

    BMW is recalling certain 2021 X5, X6, and X7 models due to a defect in the steering column shaft universal joint that may not be tightened to specifications, potentially affecting vehicle handling and control.

    Product
    BMW — BMW X6, X5, X7
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·22V267000·2022-04-20

    Certain BMW Vehicles: Sunroof May Close Without Key Fob Present

    BMW is recalling 2019-2023 X5, X6, X7, and 4 Series vehicles because the sunroof may close without the key fob inside, creating injury risk. Dealers will reprogram the control unit free of charge.

    Product
    BMW — BMW X7, X5, X6, M440I
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·21V096000·2021-02-19

    BMW Recalls Multiple 2019-2021 Models for Rearview Camera Software Issues

    BMW is recalling 13,858 vehicles from 2019-2021 model years due to rearview camera software issues that may obscure visibility when reversing. Dealers will update the software free of charge.

    Product
    BMW — BMW M850I, 540I, 330E, 740I
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·20V761000·2020-12-09

    2021 BMW vehicles recalled for defective 48-Volt battery connections

    BMW is recalling certain 2021 model vehicles due to improper assembly of the 48-Volt battery and starter-generator connection, which can increase electrical resistance and fire risk. Dealers will inspect and replace the connection if necessary.

    Product
    BMW — BMW X5, 530I, X6, X7
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·20V528000·2020-09-01

    2020-2021 BMW X5, X6, X7 Headlamp Non-Compliance Recall

    BMW is recalling certain 2020-2021 X5, X6, and X7 models because their headlamps may emit unintended blue light, which could confuse oncoming drivers and increase crash risk. Dealers will replace affected headlamps at no cost.

    Product
    BMW — BMW X6, X5, X7
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·20V483000·2020-08-14

    2021 BMW X5 and X6 Vehicles Recalled for Defective Tires

    BMW is recalling 2021 X5 and X6 models equipped with certain Pirelli tires. The tires may have damaged inner layers that can cause rapid pressure loss while driving, affecting vehicle control.

    Product
    BMW — BMW X5, X6
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide

NHTSA crash-test safety rating

Federal 5-Star Safety Rating from crash testing. This is a separate government program from the recall(s) above — a high star rating says nothing about whether a specific recall has been fixed, and a recall says nothing about crash-test performance.

  • 2021Not rated by NHTSA

    2 trims tested for 2021; overall ratings can differ by trim.

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Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (NCAP), a federal crash-test program — not a recall record.

Wider context for this vehicle

Beyond the official recalls above. These are third-party figures derived from NHTSA complaint data — useful signal, but not part of our verified recall record.

Federal investigations

  • PE13030 Preliminary Evaluation · service brakes, hydraulic:power assist:vacuum
  • EA12002 Engineering Analysis · electrical system
  • PE11025 Preliminary Evaluation · electrical system
  • EA09019 Engineering Analysis · exterior lighting
  • PE09036 Preliminary Evaluation · exterior lighting
  • DP09002 Defect Petition · exterior lighting:back up lights

Technical service bulletins

1,137 manufacturer service bulletins across 19 model years. A TSB is repair guidance to dealers, not a safety recall.

Third-party reliability score

  • 2026: 4.8/5
  • 2025: 4.4/5 · 1 complaints
  • 2024: 4.0/5 · 9 complaints · most complained-of: brakes
  • 2023: 4.7/5 · 1 complaints
  • 2022: 4.5/5 · 5 complaints

This is ProblemsByVin’s own published heuristic (1 worst – 5 best), not an official rating and unrelated to our severity scale.

Data on this panel comes from ProblemsByVin, derived from US NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, and licensed CC BY 4.0. It is not published by a federal agency and is not part of our verified recall record.

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