2022 BMW X6 Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls
Good The 2022 BMW X6 has a Good verdict, ranking 15th out of 20 model years with a complaint index of 26. NHTSA lists 5 complaints and 1 recall, with brakes as the top problem area.
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
YearToAvoid Scorecard
- Complaint Index
- 26/100
- #15 of 20 X6 years
- Verdict
- Good
- vs. other years of this model
- Complaints
- 5
- unique NHTSA reports
- Recalls
- 1
- distinct NHTSA campaigns
- Crashes
- 0
- reported in complaints
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Top issue
- Brakes
- NHTSA overall rating
- Not rated
- EPA combined MPG
- 16.5
- 14.5 city / 20 hwy
- Injuries / deaths
- 0 / 0
Top 2022 BMW X6 problems
Share of this year’s NHTSA complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Brakes1 (20%)
- Collision Avoidance & Cameras1 (20%)
- Lane Departure1 (20%)
- Other1 (20%)
- Steering1 (20%)
- Transmission & Powertrain1 (20%)
A complaint can list more than one component, so shares add up to more than 100%. Shares are % of complaints.
What owners report
- Owners describe a defective brake design without a clear diagnosis after dealer inspection.
- The rear sensor system reportedly fails to alert drivers to people walking or driving close behind while backing up.
- Steering has been reported to produce an abnormal dragging sound while turning during low-speed reversing, traced to the rack and pinion at 55,000 miles.
- Drivers report sudden loss of power at highway speed accompanied by a heat management module warning light.
2022 BMW X6 recalls
1 NHTSA recall campaign list this model year.
- NHTSA 22V267000Apr 20, 2022Visibility & Wipers61,221 vehicles
Visibility:sun/moon roof assembly
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022 4 Series Gran Coupe (430i, 430i xDrive, M440i xDrive); 2019-2022 X5 sDrive40i, X5 xDrive40i, X5 xDrive50i, X5 M50i, X5M; 2021-2022 X5 xdrive45e; 2020-2022 X6 sDrive40i, X6 xDrive40i, X6 xDrive50i, X6M and 2019-2023 X7 xDrive40i, X7 xDrive50i, X7 M50i, X7 xDrive60i, X7 M60i, X7M, Alpina XB7 vehicles. The roof function control unit may be programmed incorrectly, allowing the sunroof to close without the key fob present inside the vehicle. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 118, "Power-Operated Window Systems."
Risk: A sunroof that closes without the key fob present inside the vehicle can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will reprogram the roof function control unit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 20, 2022. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
2022 BMW X6 fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 14.5 MPG
- Highway
- 20 MPG
- Combined
- 16.5 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $4,875
- 15,000 mi/yr
- Fuel
- Premium
- Current regular gas
- $4.32/gal
- national avg.
EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.
2022 compared with other X6 years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2022 BMW X6 reliable?
- Based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2022 X6 earns a Good verdict, ranking 15th out of 20 model years with a complaint index of 26.
- What problems does the 2022 BMW X6 have?
- NHTSA lists 5 complaints spread evenly across brakes, collision avoidance/cameras, lane departure, steering, and transmission/powertrain, each accounting for 20% of complaints.
- Does the 2022 BMW X6 have any recalls?
- Yes, one recall (22V267000) addresses a roof function control unit reprogram related to visibility and wipers; it is not a do-not-drive recall.
- What is the median mileage for reported failures on the 2022 X6?
- The median mileage at failure across reported issues is 55,000 miles.
- How does the 2022 X6 compare to other X6 model years?
- With a complaint index of 26, the 2022 X6 ranks better than many other years, such as 2009 through 2013, which carry Avoid verdicts with indexes from 79 to 100.