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NHTSA model-year recall report

2018 BMW X6 Recalls

4 campaigns in our verified NHTSA snapshot, with source consequences, remedies, and VIN-specific next steps.

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NHTSA campaigns

4

Affected systems

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Urgent advisories

Nov 18, 2019

Latest campaign date

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What the record says

This model year's count is below the BMW X6 average of 4.6 campaigns per listed year. That is context only—not proof that this year is safer or less safe.

The most frequent affected category is Wheels › Lugs/nuts/bolts/studs, appearing in 1 campaign.

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Source campaign records

All 2018 BMW X6 recall campaigns

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NHTSA campaign 19V823000

Child Seat

Manufacturer: BMW of North America, LLC

Reported Nov 18, 2019

What is recalled

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.

Safety consequence

Damaged lower anchor bars may increase the child's risk of injury in the event of a crash.

Manufacturer 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.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 18V614000

Wheels › Lugs/nuts/bolts/studs

Manufacturer: BMW of North America, LLC

Reported Sep 12, 2018

What is recalled

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.

Safety consequence

The improperly tightened wheel bolts may loosen and break, affecting vehicle handling and control and increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer 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.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 18V439000

Suspension › Front › Control Arm › Lower Arm

Manufacturer: BMW of North America, LLC

Reported Jun 28, 2018

What is recalled

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.

Safety consequence

If the lower control arm breaks, vehicle handling and control can be affected, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer 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.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 17V727000

Suspension

Manufacturer: BMW of North America, LLC

Reported Nov 17, 2017

What is recalled

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.

Safety consequence

Loose bolts can affect the performance of the suspension, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer 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.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

Other BMW X6 model years

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2018 BMW X6 recall questions

How many recalls does the 2018 BMW X6 have?

This verified dataset contains 4 NHTSA campaigns associated with the 2018 BMW X6. A campaign can apply to some, not all, vehicles of the same model year.

Does this confirm an open recall for my 2018 BMW X6?

No. This page is a model-year campaign history. Use NHTSA's official lookup or an authorized dealer to confirm whether a campaign applies to your exact VIN and whether the repair remains open.

Are vehicle recall repairs free?

When a safety recall campaign applies to your VIN, the manufacturer remedy is generally provided at no charge through an authorized dealer. Confirm eligibility and scheduling with the manufacturer or dealer.

Source: NHTSA. Dataset includes campaigns through Jul 30, 2026. Last processed Aug 8, 2026. Methodology