Recalls (4)
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for the 2018 BMW X6. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. PlainVIN shows every recall campaign listed for a model year, with the official text and how many cars have been fixed so far.
Check on NHTSA ↗Lower Child Seat Anchor Bars May become Damaged
- Summary
- BMW of North America, LLC. (BMW) is recalling certain 2015-2019 X6 sDrive35i, X6 xDrive35i, X6 xDrive50i, and X6M vehicles equipped with rear seat lower anchor bars used in securing child restraint seats. The lower anchor bars may become damaged over time when used with an ISOFIX-type, rigid-style connector, child restraint system.
- Consequence
- Damaged lower anchor bars may increase the child's risk of injury in the event of a crash.
- Remedy
- BMW will notify owners, and dealers will weld a reinforcing bracket to the lower anchor bars and the vehicle body, free of charge. Owner notification began January 17, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Wheel Bolts May Loosen
- Summary
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018-2019 BMW X6 sDrive35i, X6 xDrive35i, X6 xDrive50i, and X6M vehicles. The wheel bolts on these vehicles may not have been properly tightened.
- Consequence
- The improperly tightened wheel bolts may loosen and break, affecting vehicle handling and control and increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace and tighten all of the wheel bolts, free of charge. The recall began November 1, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Lower Control Arm May Break
- Summary
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 BMW X5 xDrive35i, X5 xDrive50i, X5 xDrive35d, and X6 sDrive35i vehicles. The pivot bolt on the front lower-left control arm may not have been properly hardened, which may cause the control arm to break.
- Consequence
- If the lower control arm breaks, vehicle handling and control can be affected, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the lower-left control arms and replace if necessary, free of charge. The recall began July 11, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Improperly Torqued Wishbone Suspension Bolts
- Summary
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 BMW X5 SAV, X5 M SAV, X6 SAV, and X6 M SAV vehicles. Bolts that secure the front suspension may not have been properly tightened.
- Consequence
- Loose bolts can affect the performance of the suspension, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and tighten the wishbone suspension bolts, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 8, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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Owner complaints (4)
4 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The power train is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Power train | 1 | 25% |
| Service brakes | 1 | 25% |
| Steering | 1 | 25% |
| Suspension | 1 | 25% |
| Tires | 1 | 25% |
| Unknown or other | 1 | 25% |
How 2018 compares with other X6 years
Best and worst X6 years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 11 | 3 |
| 2015 | 9 | 1 |
| 2016 | 9 | 1 |
| 2017 | 3 | 2 |
| 2018 | 4 | 4 |
| 2019 | 5 | 4 |
| 2020 | 9 | 10 |
| 2021 | 7 | 7 |
| 2022 | 5 | 1 |
| 2023 | 1 | 1 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 21 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $3,900
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 426 g/mi
- EPA class
- Standard Sport Utility Vehicle
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 21 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 L 6-cyl · 8-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 18 / 25 / 21 | $3,900 | 426 |
| 3 L 6-cyl · 8-speed automatic | All-Wheel Drive | 18 / 24 / 20 | $4,100 | 434 |
| 4.4 L 8-cyl · 8-speed automatic | All-Wheel Drive | 15 / 21 / 17 | $4,850 | 517 |
| 4.4 L 8-cyl · 8-speed automatic | All-Wheel Drive | 14 / 19 / 16 | $5,150 | 549 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
Looking at a 2018 X6 for sale?
Print a one-page buyer's checklist: each recall campaign with a box to tick when the seller shows proof of repair, the top complaint areas to inspect, crash stars, MPG, and a link back to this page.
Where to next
2018 BMW X6 FAQ
How many recalls does the 2018 BMW X6 have?
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns: 19V823000 (seat), 18V614000 (wheel), 18V439000 (suspension), 17V727000 (suspension). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2018 BMW X6 problems?
Owners filed 4 complaints with NHTSA. Power train (1), Service brakes (1), Steering (1) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2018 BMW X6 get?
EPA rates the 3 L 6-cyl · 8-speed automatic version at 18 city, 25 highway and 21 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
How does the 2018 X6 compare with other years?
Among the 2014–2021 BMW X6 model years at least five years old, the 2017 drew the fewest complaints (3) and the 2014 the most (11). The 2018 drew 4. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.