2017 BMW X6: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2017 BMW X6: 2 recalls, 3 owner complaints and up to 21 mpg combined.
Recalls
2 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Equipment, Tires Vehicle recall #17V327000 · 2017 · 24 vehicles
What's wrong: The vehicles are equipped with 21-inch tires, however the tire information label states that the vehicles are equipped with 20-inch tires. As such, these vehicles fail to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (fmvss) number 110, "tire selection and rims."
Why it matters: The incorrect tire size on the label does not comply with fmvss number 110.
The fix: Bmw has notified the affected owners and is providing them with a corrected tire information placard, free of charge. The recall began June 15, 2017.
Child seat Vehicle recall #19V823000 · 2019 · 32,760 vehicles
What's wrong: Bmw of north america, LLC. (BMW) is recalling certain 2015-2019 x6 sdrive35i, x6 xdrive35i, x6 xdrive50i, and x6m vehicles equipped with rear seat lower anchor bars used in securing child restraint seats. The lower anchor bars May become damaged over time when used with an isofix-type, rigid-style connector, child restraint system.
Why it matters: Damaged lower anchor bars May increase the child's risk of injury in the event of a crash.
The fix: Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will weld a reinforcing bracket to the lower anchor bars and the vehicle body, free of charge. Owner notification began January 17, 2020.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 0 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Child seat (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Airbags (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Engine (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 2017 BMW X6 has 3 owner complaints, ranking #16 of 21 X6 model years for complaints (well below the 10 average). Neighboring years: 2016 (9 complaints, 1 recalls), 2018 (4 complaints, 4 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.0 L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 18 | 25 | 21 | Premium |
| 3.0 L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 18 | 24 | 20 | Premium |
| 4.4 L 8-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 15 | 21 | 17 | Premium |
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FAQ
Does the 2017 BMW X6 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 vehicle recalls for the 2017 BMW X6. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2017 BMW X6 problems?
Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are child seat (1), airbags (1), engine (1).
What gas mileage does the 2017 BMW X6 get?
EPA ratings run up to 21 mpg combined (3.0 L, Automatic (S8)), across 3 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2017 BMW X6 repair manual?
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