Recall Register

2020 BMW X6: recalls and complaints

NHTSA lists 10 recall campaigns for the 2020 BMW X6. The newest campaign is 25V644000. NHTSA received the report on 25 Sep 2025. The NHTSA record gives the component Electrical System / Starter Assembly. NHTSA has 9 complaints on file for this model year.

The NHTSA recall file shows no do-not-drive advisory and no park-outside advisory on these campaigns.

This page cannot show if a recall applies to one vehicle. The NHTSA VIN lookup shows the unrepaired recalls of one vehicle.

Remedy of the newest campaign, 25V644000, in the NHTSA record

Dealers will replace the engine starter, free of charge. This recall includes vehicles repaired under recall 24V576 and those owners will need to have their vehicle repaired again. Owner notification letters were mailed February 9, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov November 17, 2025.
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Recall campaigns

10 campaigns, newest first. 585,118 units in total.

  • 25V644000Electrical System / Starter Assembly
  • 24V576000Engine and Engine Cooling / Engine / Engine Control Module (Ecu/Ecm) / Software
  • 22V267000Visibility / Sun/Moon Roof Assembly
  • 21V096000Back Over Prevention / Software
  • 21V062000Service Brakes, Hydraulic / Power Assist / Hydraulic
  • 20V678000Suspension / Front / Control Arm
  • 20V528000Exterior Lighting / Headlights
  • 20V484000Structure / Body
  • 20V095000Structure / Body
  • 19V684000Back Over Prevention / Sensing System / Camera

  1. 25V644000Received . 145,102 units.

    Electrical System / Starter Assembly

    Defect, in the NHTSA record
    BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020 340I, X6, 2020-2025 840I, 2020-2022 740LI, 2019-2020 X7, and X5 vehicles. After repeated attempts, the starter motor may overheat from an electrical overload.
    Consequence, in the NHTSA record
    An overheated starter motor can ignite nearby combustible material in the engine compartment, increasing the risk of a fire.
    Remedy, in the NHTSA record
    Dealers will replace the engine starter, free of charge. This recall includes vehicles repaired under recall 24V576 and those owners will need to have their vehicle repaired again. Owner notification letters were mailed February 9, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov November 17, 2025.

    Report filed by BMW of North America, LLC. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .

  2. 24V576000Received . 105,588 units.

    Engine and Engine Cooling / Engine / Engine Control Module (Ecu/Ecm) / Software

    Defect, in the NHTSA record
    BMW of North America, LLC is recalling certain 2019-2020 X5, X7, 2020 3 Series Sedan, X6, 2020-2021 7 Series Sedan, 2020 8 Series Convertible, 8 Series Coupe, and 2020 8 Series Gran Coupe vehicles. Please see the recall report for the complete list of models. In the event the starter motor fails, repeated attempts to start the vehicle can cause the starter motor to overheat from an electrical overload.
    Consequence, in the NHTSA record
    A starter motor that overheats can ignite nearby combustible material in the engine compartment, increasing the risk of a fire.
    Remedy, in the NHTSA record
    Dealers will update the vehicle software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 27, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

    Report filed by BMW of North America, LLC. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .

  3. 22V267000Received . 61,221 units.

    Visibility / Sun/Moon Roof Assembly

    Defect, in the NHTSA record
    BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022 4 Series Gran Coupe (430i, 430i xDrive, M440i xDrive); 2019-2022 X5 sDrive40i, X5 xDrive40i, X5 xDrive50i, X5 M50i, X5M; 2021-2022 X5 xdrive45e; 2020-2022 X6 sDrive40i, X6 xDrive40i, X6 xDrive50i, X6M and 2019-2023 X7 xDrive40i, X7 xDrive50i, X7 M50i, X7 xDrive60i, X7 M60i, X7M, Alpina XB7 vehicles. The roof function control unit may be programmed incorrectly, allowing the sunroof to close without the key fob present inside the vehicle. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 118, "Power-Operated Window Systems."
    Consequence, in the NHTSA record
    A sunroof that closes without the key fob present inside the vehicle can increase the risk of injury.
    Remedy, in the NHTSA record
    Dealers will reprogram the roof function control unit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 20, 2022. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

    Report filed by BMW of North America, LLC. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .

  4. 21V096000Received . 13,858 units.

    Back Over Prevention / Software

    Defect, in the NHTSA record
    BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2021 X3 sDrive30i, X3 xDrive30i, X3 M40i, X3M, X4 xDrive30i, X4 M40i, M550i, X4M, X5 sDrive40i, X5 xDrive40i, X5 xDrive50i, X5M, X5 M50i, X7 xDrive40i, X7 xDrive50i, X7 M50i, Alpina XB7, 330i, 330i xDrive, M340i, M340i xDrive, and 8 Series Coupe, Convertible and Grand Coupe, 840i, 840i xDrive, M850i xDrive, M8, 2020-2021 530e, 530e xDrive, 330e, 330e xDrive, 745Le, 745Le xDrive, X5 xDrive45e, X3 xDrive30e, X6 sDrive40i, X6 xDrive40i, X6 xDrive50i, X6 M50i, X6M, 530i, 530i xDrive, 540i, 540i xDrive, M550i xDrive, M5, 740i, 740Li, 740Li xDrive, M760i Drive, M760Li xDrive, 750Li xDrive Alpina, Alpina B7 xDrive, and 2021 4 Series Coupe 430i, 430i xDrive, M440i xDrive vehicles. When shifting into Reverse, a small portion of the rearview image may be obscured, or the screen may not illuminate. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
    Consequence, in the NHTSA record
    If the driver relies on only the rearview camera image, the missing or reduced rearview image view can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
    Remedy, in the NHTSA record
    BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rearview camera software and update it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began April 16, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

    Report filed by BMW of North America, LLC. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .

  5. 21V062000Received . 893 units.

    Service Brakes, Hydraulic / Power Assist / Hydraulic

    Defect, in the NHTSA record
    BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020-2021 8 Series Coupe, Grand Coupe and convertible 840i, 840i xDrive, M850i xDrive, M8 and 740 Li, 740 Li xDrive, 750 Li xDrive, M760 Li xDrive, X6 sDrive40i, X6 xDrive40i, X6 xdrive50i, X6 M50i, X6M, and 2019-2021 X5 sDrive40i, X5 xDrive40i, X5 xDrive50i, X5 M50i, X5M, X7 xDrive40i, X7 xDrive50i, X7 M50i, and 2021 M3, M3 Competition, M4 Coupe, M4 Competition Coupe, X5 xDrive45e, 745 Le xDrive. The rotor and shaft within the integrated brake system may not have been welded properly and could separate during a hard braking event, possibly resulting in a loss of the Antilock Brake System (ABS) and braking assistance.
    Consequence, in the NHTSA record
    A loss of ABS and a reduction in braking assistance can increase the risk of a crash.
    Remedy, in the NHTSA record
    BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the integrated brake system, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 25, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

    Report filed by BMW of North America, LLC. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .

  6. 20V678000Received . 83 units.

    Suspension / Front / Control Arm

    Defect, in the NHTSA record
    BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020 X5 sDrive40i, xDrive40i, X5 M50i, X5M, X7 xDrive40i, X7 M50i, X6 xDrive40i, X6 M50i and X6M vehicles and 2021 X5 xDrive45e vehicles. The weld between the front axle support and the right front control arm bearing bracket may separate.
    Consequence, in the NHTSA record
    If the weld between the front axle support and the right front control arm bearing bracket separates, vehicle handling and control may be affected, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy, in the NHTSA record
    BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front axle support, free of charge. The recall began December 18, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

    Report filed by BMW of North America, LLC. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .

  7. 20V528000Received . 307 units.

    Exterior Lighting / Headlights

    Defect, in the NHTSA record
    BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020-2021 X5 sDrive40i, xDrive40i, xDrive50i, X5 M50i, X5M, X6 sDrive40i, xDrive40i, X6 M50i, X6M, X7 M50i and 2021 X5 xDrive45e vehicles. The headlamps may allow a blue light to illuminate. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
    Consequence, in the NHTSA record
    Oncoming drivers may be confused by the blue light of approaching vehicles, which could potentially increase the risk of a crash.
    Remedy, in the NHTSA record
    BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the headlamps and, if necessary, replace them, free of charge. The recall began October 30, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

    Report filed by BMW of North America, LLC. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .

  8. 20V484000Received . 43 units.

    Structure / Body

    Defect, in the NHTSA record
    BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020 X6 sDrive40i, xDrive40i, X6 M50i and X6M vehicles. The rear spoiler may not be appropriately bonded to its mounting plate.
    Consequence, in the NHTSA record
    The rear spoiler on the roof may become loose, detach while driving, and could become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash, or injury to persons near the roadway.
    Remedy, in the NHTSA record
    BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear spoiler on the affected vehicles and replace them , if necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 14, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

    Report filed by BMW of North America, LLC. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .

  9. 20V095000Received . 550 units.

    Structure / Body

    Defect, in the NHTSA record
    BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020 X6 sDrive40i, X6 xDrive40i, and X6 xDrive50i vehicles. The rear spoiler may detach.
    Consequence, in the NHTSA record
    If the spoiler detaches while driving, it can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy, in the NHTSA record
    BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the rear spoiler, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began April 16, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

    Report filed by BMW of North America, LLC. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .

  10. 19V684000Received . 257,473 units.

    Back Over Prevention / Sensing System / Camera

    Defect, in the NHTSA record
    BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 540d, 2018-2020 530i, 530i xDrive, 540i, 540i xDrive, M550i xDrive, M5, 530e, 530e xDrive, X3 sDrive, X3 xDrive, X3 M40i, X3 M, and 2019-2020 X4 xDrive, X4 M40i, X4 M, X7 xDrive, X7 M50i, 740Li, 740Li xDrive, 750Li, 750Li xDrive, 8 Series Convertible and Coupe 840i, 840i xDrive, M850i xDrive, X5 sDrive, X5 xDrive, X5 M50i, X6 xDrive, X6 M50i, 330i, 330i xDrive, M340i, M340i xDrive, Z4 sDrive, Z4 M40i, 740Le xDrive and 745Le xDrive, 2018-2019 640i xDrive Gran Turismo and Rolls-Royce Phantom, 2019 M850i xDrive Gran Coupe and Rolls-Royce Cullinan and 2020 Toyota Supra vehicles. The back-up camera and display settings can be adjusted such that the rear view image is no longer visible and the system will retain that setting the next time the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rearview Mirrors."
    Consequence, in the NHTSA record
    The lack of an image in the back-up camera display increases the risk of a crash.
    Remedy, in the NHTSA record
    BMW will notify owners, and dealers will update the back-up camera software, free of charge. The recall began November 8, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Rolls-Royce at 1-877-877-3735. Toyota owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371.

    Report filed by BMW of North America, LLC. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .

The campaign number opens the NHTSA record. Each quotation is the text of the NHTSA recall file.

Recall campaign: One recall in the NHTSA recall file, with one campaign number. A campaign can name many makes, models and model years.

Units: The number of vehicles or products that a recall can include. The manufacturer or the firm reports the number to the agency.

Complaints by component

9 complaints, 12 component mentions.

A complaint can name more than one component. Each component that a complaint names is one component mention. This model year has fewer than 50 component mentions, so the table shows the number of mentions only.

2020 BMW X6: component mentions in complaints
ComponentMentions
Electrical System5
Service Brakes2
Unknown or Other2
Seat Belts1
Power Train1
Engine and Engine Cooling1
Complaints that report a crash
0
Complaints that report a fire
0
Injuries in the complaints
0
Deaths in the complaints
0
Date of the newest complaint
22 Jan 2026

These figures are the entries of the persons who sent the complaints.

Complaint: A report about a possible safety problem that a person sends to NHTSA. This site shows the number of complaints and not their text.

Complaints about the 2020 BMW X6, by the year NHTSA received them. The largest year is 2024, with 4 complaints.

Investigations

The NHTSA investigation file has no investigation that names this model year.

Investigation: A study of a possible safety defect by the NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. An investigation with no closing date in the NHTSA file is open.

Other model years

The number under each year is the number of recall campaigns.

  1. 20060
  2. 20070
  3. 20088
  4. 200910
  5. 20109
  6. 201111
  7. 20127
  8. 20135
  9. 20143
  10. 20151
  11. 20161
  12. 20172
  13. 20184
  14. 20194
  15. 202010
  16. 20217
  17. 20221
  18. 20231
  19. 20245
  20. 20254
  21. 20262

A year without a link has fewer than 2 campaigns and fewer than 25 complaints. It has no page.

Official channels

Cite this page

Recall Register. 2020 BMW X6: recalls and complaints. https://recallregister.com/vehicle/bmw/x6/2020/. Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, recall, complaint and investigation files. Data through .

Sources

Source
NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation
Licence
US government work, public domain
Recall file through
30 Sep 2026
Complaint file through
30 Sep 2026
First complaint in the file
1 Jan 1995
Manufacturer in the recall file
BMW of North America, LLC

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Questions

How many units are in the recall campaigns for the 2020 BMW X6?
585,118 units in 10 campaigns. A campaign can name other models and model years, and its units include them.
How many recall campaigns does the BMW X6 have for all model years?
NHTSA lists 44 recall campaigns for the BMW X6, model years 2006 to 2026. 10 of them name the 2020 model year.
Which component do the complaints about the 2020 BMW X6 name most often?
Electrical System: 5 of 12 component mentions.
Is an NHTSA investigation of the 2020 BMW X6 open?
The NHTSA investigation file has no investigation that names this model year.