The 2009 BMW X6 has 10 recalls, the most serious being multiple Takata airbag inflator defects where both the driver and passenger frontal airbags can rupture and send metal fragments into the cabin, causing serious injury or death.
Several of these airbag recalls are geographically scoped to vehicles registered in high-humidity states and territories, while others apply more broadly regardless of registration location. On the fuel system side, loose wiring at the fuel pump connector can melt the connector, causing a fuel leak or causing the pump to stop working and stall the engine. There are also two fire-related concerns tied to turbocharged engines: the circuit board in the electric auxiliary water pump can overheat and ignite, and a separate turbocharger-related issue on vehicles with larger engines carries a similar fire risk. Both of these engine concerns only affect certain engine configurations. Rounding out the list, rear brake discs on certain vehicles may not meet manufacturing specifications and can crack or break, reducing or eliminating braking at the affected wheel.
At a glance
What can fail
The passenger front air bag inflator may explode due to propellant breakdown after prolonged exposure to heat and humidity.
What the fix does
BMW dealers will replace the passenger front air bag inflator at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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At a glance
What can fail
The driver frontal air bag inflator may explode due to chemical breakdown after prolonged exposure to humidity, heat, and temperature changes.
What the fix does
Replace the driver air bag inflator. On X5 and X6 models, only the inflator is replaced. Repair is free.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The passenger front air bag inflator may explode during deployment due to propellant breakdown from long-term heat and humidity exposure.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the passenger front air bag module at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The electric auxiliary water pump may fail, causing the circuit board to overheat.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the electric auxiliary water pump at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The passenger front air bag inflator may explode during deployment due to propellant breakdown from long-term exposure to humidity and temperature changes.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the passenger front air bag module at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The front passenger air bag inflator may rupture during a crash due to propellant breakdown from long-term exposure to high heat and humidity.
What the fix does
BMW will replace the front passenger air bag inflator or module at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The fuel pump inside the tank may have wire contacts that aren't crimped tightly enough, potentially causing electrical connection problems.
What the fix does
The fuel pump module will be replaced with a properly assembled unit at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The passenger front air bag inflator may rupture during a crash due to propellant degradation from prolonged exposure to high humidity and temperature changes.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator or air bag module at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The circuit board in the electric auxiliary water pump can overheat in certain 5-Series, 5-Series Gran Turismo, 7-Series, X5, and X6 vehicles with turbocharged engines.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the auxiliary water pump at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
Some rear brake discs may be defective and not meet specifications, causing reduced braking performance or possible disc breakage, which could extend stopping distance and increase crash risk.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the rear brake discs and replace them if defective.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
