BMW X6 roof spoiler may come loose and detach
high How serious is it? About this label
Serious: the notice says the spoiler can detach while driving and become a road hazard that could cause a crash or injure people nearby, but owners are not told to stop driving the vehicle.
What's wrong, in plain English
The spoiler at the back of the roof may not be bonded tightly to the plate that holds it onto the car. Over time it can work loose and fly off while you are driving. A part coming off at speed turns into an obstacle in the road: it can hit another vehicle, injure someone standing near the roadway, or cause another driver to crash. Dealers will inspect the spoiler and replace it if necessary, free of charge.
What you should do
2. Call BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or your BMW dealer and schedule the free inspection, which includes replacement if the spoiler is not properly bonded.
3. Before the appointment, mention any rattling or movement you have noticed from the rear roof area, and avoid sustained high-speed driving if you have.
Affected vehicles (1)
Who to contact
BMW — official BMW recall lookup
Customer service: 1-800-525-7417
The bigger picture
- BMW body panel and structure recalls: what owners should know · all 11 BMW recalls in this area
Official notice
- Component
- STRUCTURE:BODY
- Summary
- 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.
- Safety risk
- 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
- 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.
Verify your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov. Recall repairs are free of charge by law.