Model year

2020 BMW X6 M

Body and fuel not decoded. Owner complaints on file from no date to no date.

Recall campaigns covering this model year3133 vehicles or units across those campaigns
Owner complaints0Not enough peers on file
Severity indexNoneCrash, fire, injury or death per 100
First 24 months0Complaints in its first two years
Complaints over time

Complaints about the 2020 BMW X6 M by year filed

Owner complaints about this model year, by the year they were filed with NHTSA.

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Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. The lighter column runs through October.
Components

Complaints by component

Owner complaints by component. Hover or focus a bar for the crash, fire, injury or death count.

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Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. A complaint can name more than one component; it is counted under the first.
Recalls

3 recall campaigns cover the 2020 BMW X6 M

Check a specific vehicle by VIN on NHTSA's site: a campaign may cover only part of a model year's production.

Recall campaigns for the 2020 BMW X6 M
CampaignFiledSubjectComponentVehiclesRemedy
20V-678Nov 4, 2020Weld between the front axle support and the right front control arm bearing bracket may separateSuspension83Part replacement
20V-484Aug 14, 2020Rear spoiler may not be appropriately bonded to its mounting plateStructure43Part replacement
20V-434Jul 28, 2020Steering column shaft bearing plate may not have been properly attached to the vehicle, allowing it to loosenSteering7Part replacement
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file.
Owner complaints

What owners reported about the 2020 BMW X6 M

The full text of every complaint filed with NHTSA about this model year, newest first. Complaints are filed by owners and are not verified by NHTSA; NHTSA removes personal details before publishing.

0 complaints on file.

    Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file.
    Investigations

    NHTSA has not opened an investigation on this model year

    Source: NHTSA ODI investigations file.
    Service bulletins

    159 manufacturer communications cover this model year

    Technical service bulletins and other notices the manufacturer sent to dealers. A bulletin is not a recall; the 60 most recent are listed.

    • B063525 Jun 17, 2025 · Other
      Engine Return
    • B120721 Mar 4, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Check Control message (CCM) indicates: (ID 213): Stop, exercising due care. Voltage supply The Service Engine Soon light is on with the following DME Fault Code: 21B209 - Starter alternator / belt for 48V system (OSA_RIEMEN_RISS): Belt betweenCombustion …
    • B310122 Mar 14, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      During inspection and/or diagnosis there is noticeable dirt/grease buildup on the axles near the inner and/o router CV boots.
    • B630418 Mar 14, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      One or more of the LED daytime running lights are dim or discolored.
    • B510819 Jan 16, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      The basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met.
    • B170122 Jan 29, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      The Check Control message below appears even though the coolant level is not below minimum when theengine is cold. Check Control message (ID 166): Top up coolant.
    • B610524 Jan 5, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      The Central Information Display goes black intermittently due to resets of the Head Unit (HU-H3). FaultB7F8F9 âÃÂÓ âÃÂÃÂHU-H: ResetâÃÂàwill be stored in the HU-H3.
    • B641123 Jan 5, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Check Engine light is on IHKA has stored fault 80131C âIHKA: 12V voltage sensor plausibilityâ
    • B611305 Jan 11, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      The electrical system of BMW vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few years. This has led to increased demands being placed on the battery. This document covers important information for the dealer on how to handle âdisc…
    • B541319 Jan 5, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      The roller sunshade (aka sun protection or sunblind) of the front panoramic sunroof is bunching up during operation or may hang down and appear loose.
    • B541119 Jan 8, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      This bulletin outlines known areas of possible water entry, operational noise, or wind noise for the vehicles listed above. It serves only as a diagnostic resource in troubleshooting complaints from the roof area. This bulletin and the associated attachme…
    • B360121 Jan 8, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      At low outside temperatures (below 40 degrees F) and slow driving speeds (i.e. when parking, maneuvering)with a large steering angle, the front end can be slightly axially misaligned. This can be felt (jerking)/ heard via an acoustic acknowledgement (clunk…
    • B160123 Jan 5, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      A vehicle arrives at your center to be diagnosed for a micro-leak in the fuel evaporative (EVAP) system(NVLD natural vacuum leak detection). For this condition, the following fault is stored in the DME: 190302 - fuel tank ventilation and scavenging air sy…
    • B661523 Nov 16, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Emergency Stop Assistant is activated. Thisicon will appear in the CID when this function is activated.
    • B120721 Nov 9, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Check Control message (CCM) indicates: (ID 213): Stop, exercising due care. Voltage supply The Service Engine Soon light is on with the following DME Fault Code: 21B209 - Starter alternator / belt for 48V system (OSA_RIEMEN_RISS): Belt betweenCombustion …
    • B540123 Aug 1, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      ?Water leaking into the vehicle from the headliner/microphone area.
    • B520121 Aug 1, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      ?The front seat will not calibrate/initialize, and the stored faults cannot be deleted.
    • B320223 Aug 1, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      ?Unusual noises occur only when operating the steering column in the axial direction.
    • B652523 Aug 1, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop: KNEE AIRBAG.
    • B652023 Aug 1, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      ?During workshop repairs with software updates, certain customer vehicles may be changed to BMW Operating System 8.5 and returned to customers without making them aware of the change.
    • B650222 Aug 1, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      A check control message (CCM) for the restraint system (Air bag) appears.
    • B630923 Aug 1, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      The interior lights in the rear of the passenger area do not work.
    • B640821 Jun 1, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      The air conditioning cycles from cold to warm air while driving or while at a stand still. The vent outlet temperatures vary by 25 degrees Fahrenheit or more (38 F to 60 F +) without changing any climate control settings.
    • B630821 Jun 1, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Headlight check control (CC) message 128 "High beam headlight failure" is displayed. The following fault codes are stored during a vehicle test: 80419A - Left high-beam headlight: Short circuit and/or 8041A5 - light outputs: Number of permitted short circui…
    • B320420 Jun 1, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      A groaning type noise is heard during the height adjustment.
    • B160123 Jun 1, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      A vehicle arrives at your center to be diagnosed for a micro-leak in the fuel evaporative (EVAP) system (NVLD natural vacuum leak detection). For this condition, the following fault is stored in the DME: 190302 - fuel tank ventilation and scavenging air sys…
    • B090221 Jun 1, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      With the introduction of the BMW Remote Software Upgrade, all Service Pack 18 vehicles and partial Service Pack 15 vehicles may receive new functionality or modifications in their features.
    • B651921 May 1, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop (effective October 15, 2021) on certain Model Year 2022 BMW vehicles that were produced between September 28, 2021 and October 8, 2021. The issue involves the Active Crash Safety Module (ACSM) sensor.
    • B651523 May 1, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      After programming the head unit (HU-H2), activating the FSC (German word Freischaltcode) Enabling Codes repeatedly fails.
    • B630823 May 1, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      The reading lights for the second and third row seating activate automatically without customer input.
    • B514616 May 1, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Upon opening and closing the tailgate, a creaking/groaning sound can be heard from tailgate actuator.
    • B511722 May 1, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Due to the semiconductor supply, the Local Interconnect Network module in either of the exterior mirrors was switched to another controller. That one provides an imprecise voltage measurement, which the main controller interprets as a fault.
    • B510823 May 1, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Upon opening or closing (i.e., folding in or out) the exterior mirror assembly, a creaking sound is heard from either the driver and/or passenger side.
    • B340720 May 1, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      DSCi units which potentially have a faulty hydraulic valve were installed in the vehicles. The affected units may activate a sporadic red-colored Check Control Message.
    • B011323 May 1, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Interim Class Action Settlement F95/96, G05/G06/G07 front center console cupholder United States District Court Central District of California.
    • SIB511722 Apr 1, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Due to the semiconductor supply, the Local Interconnect Network module in either of the exterior mirrors was switched to another controller.
    • SIB510623 Apr 1, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      The hazard light (aka emergency flasher) button gets stuck in the ON or OFF position when actuated.
    • B841422 Mar 1, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Customer is shown an incorrect GPS location in the vehicle (i.e., Nav Map, coordinates).
    • B651623 Mar 1, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Customer states there is no audio playback (telephony, navigation, radio) and system sounds (PDC, turn indicators, acoustic signals) may also have failed.
    • B620223 Mar 1, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      In SPORT mode, a black square appears in the RPM gauge (tachometer) section of the instrument cluster display.
    • B320420 Mar 1, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      A groaning type noise is heard during the height adjustment.
    • B320123 Mar 1, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      When turning the steering wheel while stationary or when driving on uneven roads; cracking, creaking, or knocking noises may be heard.
    • B610223 Feb 1, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Check control message (CCM) 183 Windscreen wiper malfunction is displayed.
    • B610120 Feb 1, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Customer is unable to power up or charge accessories through a plug adapter inserted in the front 12-volt power socket plug. Alternatively, it will only operate when constant downward hand pressure is maintained.
    • B841422 Dec 1, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Customer is shown an incorrect GPS location in the vehicle (i.e., Nav Map, coordinates).
    • B630822 Dec 1, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Uneven ambient lighting emission (bright spots/dark spots) on the door trim panel.
    • B612922 Dec 1, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      The saved steering column positions, vertical and horizontal, are not stored long term.
    • B610120 Nov 1, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Customer is unable to power up or charge accessories through a plug adapter inserted in the front 12-volt power socket plug. Alternatively, it will only operate when constant downward hand pressure is maintained.
    • B650222 Nov 1, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      A check control message for the restraint system appears. In the instrument cluster, the red air bag warning light lights up permanently. One of the following fault codes is stored in the ACSM (air bag control unit): 930949 - Knee airbag, driver: short ci…
    • B651922 Oct 1, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      The customer complains that the radio stations change by themselves.
    • B611222 Oct 1, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      After opening the vehicle with the radio remote control and changing the profile, the exterior mirror settings are lost.
    • B610120 Oct 1, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Customer is unable to power up or charge accessories through a plug adapter inserted in the front 12-volt power socket plug. Alternatively, it will only operate when constant downward hand pressure is maintained.
    • B511722 Oct 1, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Due to the semiconductor supply, the Local Interconnect Network module in either of the exterior mirrors was switched to another controller. That one provides an imprecise voltage measurement, which the main controller interprets as a fault. For the driving…
    • B840822 Sep 1, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Due to a production error, the telematics control units were delivered without an IMS configuration.
    • B662719 Sep 1, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      The Lane Change Warning (LCW) yellow triangle symbol on either one, or both the exterior side view mirrors does not illuminate to alert the driver when it should.
    • SIB612219 Aug 1, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      When using Comfort Access 2.0 feature Lock when walking away, the vehicle locks itself even though the remote control/display key is inside the vehicle.
    • SIB650222 Jun 1, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      A check control message for the restraint system appears. In the Instrument cluster, the red air bag warning light lights up permanently. One of the following fault codes stored in the ACSM (air bag control unit): 930949 - Knee airbag, driver: short circuit…
    • SIB640821 Jun 1, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      The air conditioning cycles from cold to warm air while driving or while at a stand still. The vent outlet temperatures vary by 25 degrees Fahrenheit or more (38 F to 60 F +) without changing any climate control settings. In some cases the air conditioning …
    • SIB090121 May 1, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      BMW offers a new special ISTA Installation made available for Roadside Assistance / Mobile Service technicians. The new ISTA Version is also able to be used in case of a Remote Software Upgrade (RSU) programming failure to get the customer car reprogrammed …
    • SIB651312 May 1, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      The Headunit High (HU-H), also called NBT, began replacing the Car Information Computer (CIC) on certain MY2013 vehicles with option 609 (as of 7/2012 production). This uses map North America NEXT. The Headunit High 2 (HU-H2), also called NBT-EVO, supersede…
    Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications files.