NHTSA (USA)Critical
At a glance
What can fail
The starter motor may overheat due to electrical overload after repeated starting attempts.
The 2020 BMW X6 has 11 recalls, the most serious being a fire risk: the starter motor can overheat from electrical overload and ignite combustible material in the engine compartment. A software update addresses part of this issue, as the engine control module is also involved in the overheating condition.
On the structural side, a weld connecting the front axle support to the right front control arm bracket can separate, affecting steering and handling. The rear spoiler is the subject of multiple recalls covering the same underlying problem: it may not be properly bonded and can detach while driving, becoming a road hazard for other vehicles and pedestrians.
The braking system has a concern as well: anti-lock brakes and hydraulic brake assist can fail together, reducing stopping ability. Two separate recalls address rearview camera failures where the image may be missing or reduced while reversing, leaving the driver without a clear view behind the vehicle.
Rounding out the list, the headlamps can emit a blue light that may confuse oncoming drivers, and the sunroof can close on its own without the key fob present inside the vehicle, raising the risk of injury to anyone in the opening.
At a glance
What can fail
The starter motor may overheat due to electrical overload after repeated starting attempts.
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What the fix does
The engine starter will be replaced at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The starter motor may fail, and repeated start attempts can cause it to overheat from electrical overload.
What the fix does
Dealers will update the vehicle software at no charge to prevent starter overheating.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The sunroof control unit may be programmed incorrectly, allowing the sunroof to close even when the key fob is not inside the vehicle.
What the fix does
Dealers will reprogram the roof function control unit at no cost to restore proper sunroof operation.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
When shifting into Reverse, the rearview camera display may show a partially obscured image or fail to illuminate, reducing rear visibility.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect and update the rearview camera software as needed at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The rotor and shaft inside the brake system may not be properly welded and could separate during hard braking, causing loss of ABS and braking assistance.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the integrated brake system at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The weld connecting the front axle support to the right front control arm bearing bracket can separate, potentially affecting front suspension stability.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the front axle support at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The headlamps may emit blue light, which violates federal lighting standards for these vehicles.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect and replace the headlamps if needed at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The rear spoiler may not be properly bonded to its mounting plate, which could cause it to separate from the vehicle.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the rear spoiler and replace it if needed at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The rear spoiler may detach from the vehicle.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect and replace the rear spoiler as needed at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The rear spoiler may not be securely attached and could detach from your vehicle.
What the fix does
BMW will mail you instructions to have a dealer inspect the spoiler and replace it if needed.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The backup camera display can be adjusted to hide the rear view image, and the vehicle remembers this setting when put in reverse, leaving the screen blank.
What the fix does
Dealers will update the backup camera software at no cost to restore the display functionality.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
