2023 BMW X6 Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls
No verdict The 2023 BMW X6 has a complaint index of 11, ranking 18th out of 20 model years — one of the lowest complaint totals in the lineup. NHTSA lists 1 complaint and 1 recall covering the transmission mechatronics module.
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
YearToAvoid Scorecard
- Complaint Index
- 11/100
- #18 of 20 X6 years
- Verdict
- No verdict
- vs. other years of this model
- Complaints
- 1
- unique NHTSA reports
- Recalls
- 1
- distinct NHTSA campaigns
- Crashes
- 0
- reported in complaints
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Top issue
- Structure & Body
- NHTSA overall rating
- Not rated
- EPA combined MPG
- 16.5
- 14.5 city / 20 hwy
- Injuries / deaths
- 0 / 0
Top 2023 BMW X6 problems
Share of this year’s NHTSA complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Structure & Body1 (100%)
A complaint can list more than one component, so shares add up to more than 100%. Shares are % of complaints.
2023 BMW X6 recalls
1 NHTSA recall campaign list this model year.
- NHTSA 23V821000Dec 6, 2023Transmission & Powertrain552 vehicles
Power train:automatic transmission:control module (TCM/PCM/tecm)
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2023 Toyota GR Supra, 3 Series Sedan (330i xDrive, M340i xDrive, M3), 5 Series Sedan (530i, 530i xDrive, M5), 4 Series Gran Coupe (430i, 430i xDrive), 4 Series Coupe (430i, 430i xDrive, M440i xDrive), 4 Series Convertible (430i, 430i xDrive, M440i xDrive), 8 Series Coupe (840i, M850i xDrive, M8), 8 Series Convertible (840i, M850i xDrive, M8), 8 Series Gran Coupe (850i xDrive, M8), X3 SAV (X3 xDrive30i, X3M), X4 SAV (X4 xDrive30i), X5 SAV (X5 xDrive40i, X5 M50i, X5M), X6 SAV (X6 xDrive40i, X6 M50i, X6M), and Z4 sDrive30i, Z4 M40i vehicles. The weld seam of the integrated transmission control unit's cover may not have been manufactured properly, which could allow automatic transmission oil to leak into the transmission control unit.
Risk: Transmission oil that leaks into the control unit can lead to a seizure of the transmission gears, causing a sudden loss of drive power and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the transmission mechatronics module and the automatic transmission fluid, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 26, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
2023 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.
2023 compared with other X6 years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2023 BMW X6 reliable?
- Based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2023 X6 has a complaint index of 11, the 18th highest out of 20 model years tracked, meaning fewer reported problems than most other X6 years.
- What problems does the 2023 BMW X6 have?
- NHTSA lists only 1 complaint for the 2023 X6, filed under Structure & Body, which makes up 100% of the reported issues for this year.
- Does the 2023 BMW X6 have any recalls?
- Yes, NHTSA lists 1 recall (23V821000) for the transmission mechatronics module and automatic transmission fluid, with dealers replacing these parts as needed at no charge.
- What year BMW X6 should I avoid?
- Among X6 years with data, 2009 through 2013 are rated Avoid, with 2009, 2011, and 2012 posting the highest complaint indexes at 100, 89, and 84.
- How does the 2023 X6 compare to other X6 years?
- The 2023 X6's complaint index of 11 is lower than every Avoid-rated year and lower than most Caution and Good years, placing it near the low-complaint end of the 20-year range.