2014 BMW X6 recalls
Air Bags · NHTSA 20V017000 · Jan 15, 2020
Problem: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2008-2013 128i and 135i Convertibles, 128i, 135i, and M Coupes, 2007-2010 X3 30si and X3 xDrive30i, 2013-2015 X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i and X1 xDrive35i, 2007-2013 328i, 328i xDrive, 335i, 335is, 335i xDrive and M3 Coupes, 2006-2011 328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive, 325i, 325xi, 330i, 330xi, 335i, 335xi, 335i xDrive and M3, 2009-2011 335D, 2006-2012 325xi, 328i, 328xi…
Risk: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver air bag. On X5 and X6 vehicles, only the inflator will be replaced. All repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began March 11, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
59,965 units potentially affected · Full recall details →
Air Bags · NHTSA 19V017000 · Jan 14, 2019
Do not drive – the manufacturer advises owners not to drive these vehicles until repaired.
Problem: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2007-2013 X5 xDrive30i, X5 xDrive35i, X5 xDrive48i, X5 xDrive50i and X5 M vehicles, 2008-2014 X6 xDrive35i, X6 xDrive50i and X6 M vehicles, 2009-2013 X5 xDrive35d vehicles and 2010-2011 X6 ActiveHybrid vehicles. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or…
Risk: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Fix: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the remedy is performed. BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag module, free of charge. The recall began March 14, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
83,016 units potentially affected · Full recall details →
Power Train · NHTSA 17V138000 · Mar 2, 2017
Problem: BMW of North America, LLC, (BMW) is recalling certain 2011-2013 X5 xDrive35i, X5 xDrive50i, X5 M and X5 xDrive35d vehicles, 2011-2014 X6 xDrive35i, X6 xDrive50i and X6M vehicles, and 2011 x6 ActiveHybrid Vehicles. Water and debris may enter the front driveshaft's universal joint, causing excessive wear and possibly resulting in the joint's failure.
Risk: If the front universal joint fails, the front wheels would not be driven, affecting vehicle traction. Additionally, continued driving of the vehicle with a broken front universal joint may damage other components. Either condition may increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front driveshaft, free of charge. The recall began on April 18, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
121,909 units potentially affected · Full recall details →
Latest owner complaints
Unknown or Other · Apr 24, 2026 · IL
I need a check up
Power Train · Apr 29, 2025 · 118,000 miles · MD
The contact owns a 2014 BMW X6. The contact stated that on several occasions while driving at various speeds, there was a shuddering sound coming from under the driverâs seat. Additionally, while the accelerator pedal was depressed, the vehicle started shaking abnormally. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the transfer case and drive shaft needed…
Power Train · Nov 7, 2022 · 100,000 miles · NJ
The contact owns a 2014 BMW X6. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal rattling sound coming from the vehicle without warning. The contact stated that upon inspection of the vehicle, he discovered that front driveshaft universal joint was loosened. Upon investigation, he discovered NHTSA Campaign Number: 17V138000 (Power Train) which he…
Suspension · Sep 2, 2021 · 120,000 miles · MO
The contact owns a 2014 BMW X6. The contact stated while driving approximately 25 MPH, there was an abnormal grinding noise detected. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer where it was diagnosed with a fractured front axle. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure however, no further assistance was…
Power Train · Jul 1, 2021 · 80,000 miles · GA
The contact owns a 2014 BMW X6. The contact stated while driving approximately 70-75 mph, he heard a rumbling sound coming from underneath the vehicle. The contact stopped and inspected the vehicle and saw that the driveshaft had detached from the vehicle and was laying on the roadway. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the detached driveshaft…
Air Bags · Jul 11, 2017 · CT
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2014 BMW x6. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign numbers: 16V071000 (air bags) and 17V138000 (power train); however, the parts for the recall repairs were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repairs. The contact called the BMW of watertown dealer who…
Power Train · Jul 11, 2017 · CT
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2014 BMW x6. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign numbers: 16V071000 (air bags) and 17V138000 (power train); however, the parts for the recall repairs were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repairs. The contact called the BMW of watertown dealer who…
Air Bags · Feb 26, 2017 · NY
There is an ongoing airbag recall and the manufacturing still has not fixed my problem yet.
Air Bags · Dec 2, 2016 · CA
Takata recall I received a recall notice in march 2016 about the driver side airbag of my 2014 BMW x6 however it is now december 2016 and even though I have called my local BMW center several times(santa rosa), I have been told that a replacement is not available. I do not feel safe driving this vehicle and I have not received any compensation or an alternative to driving it…
Air Bags · Jul 28, 2016 · 32,002 miles · CA
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2014 BMW x6. The contact stated that the horn would intermittently function. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16V071000 (air bags) and stated that the part needed for the repair was not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer…
Air Bags · Jun 23, 2016 · MA
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2014 BMW x6. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16V071000 (air bags); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.…
Air Bags · May 18, 2016 · CA
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2014 BMW x6. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16V071000 (air bags); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. The…