Buying a used 2019 BMW X6? Check these 4 recalls first
Two suspension-related recalls stand out: rear control arms that can break apart, and wheel bolts that may not have been tightened properly. A medium recall covers child seat anchor bars that can become damaged, and a low-priority one addresses a backup camera image that can vanish. Only 5 unverified NHTSA complaints are on file, but they include one crash, one fire and two injuries — a very small sample rather than an established pattern.
Before you buy
- Get the 17-character VIN from the seller and run it at nhtsa.gov/recalls. It shows which recalls are still unrepaired on that exact car.
- Confirm the rear control arm recall was performed, and have the rear suspension inspected for play or damaged bushings.
- Ask for documentation on the wheel bolt recall and have the bolts torque-checked.
- Test the backup camera through several ignition cycles and check the child seat anchor bars.
- Open recalls are repaired free at any BMW dealer, whoever owns the car — an open recall is a to-do item, not a bill.
Recalls covering the 2019 BMW X6
| Recall | Area | Severity |
|---|---|---|
| BMW X6 wheel bolts may not have been tightened properly | Wheels | high |
| BMW X6 rear control arms may break apart | Suspension | high |
| BMW X6 child seat anchor bars can become damaged | Child Seat | medium |
| BMW and Toyota Supra backup camera picture can vanish | Back Over Prevention | low |
What owners have reported to NHTSA
5 complaints filed for this model year, including 1 mentioning a crash, 1 a fire and 2 injuries. Complaints are unverified owner reports, and popular models collect more of them simply because more are on the road.
| Problem area | Complaints | Recall in this area? |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2 | None found |
| Fuel System | 1 | None found |
| Brakes | 1 | None found |
| AIR Bags | 1 | None found |