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2024 BMW X6 Problems, Recalls & Reliability

Verdict

Caution

Complaint Index

63/100

#8 most-complained of 20 X6 years

Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology

The 2024 BMW X6 has 9 owner complaints and 5 safety recalls on file with NHTSA. Its Complaint Index is 63 out of 100 — #8 highest of 20 X6 model years (verdict: Caution). The most reported problem area is brakes (9 complaints, 100% of the total).

Complaints
9
Recalls
5
Crashes / fires
0 / 0
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0
NHTSA overall rating
Not rated
EPA combined MPG
19
17 city / 22 hwy

Top 2024 BMW X6 problems

NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.

  1. Brakes9 (100%)
  2. Collision Avoidance & Cameras2 (22%)
  3. Other1 (11%)
2024 BMW X6 complaints: complaints filed per month5Jun 2024Oct 2024Dec 2024Jan 2025Apr 2025Jul 2025
12 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jun 2024 to Jul 2025; peak Oct 2024 (5).

2024 BMW X6 recalls

5 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.

  1. NHTSA 26V422000Jul 1, 2026Brakes428 vehicles

    Service brakes, hydraulic:power assist:electric:control module

    BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2025 Mini Cooper S, Mini Countryman S All4, X2, 2024 Rolls-Royce Spectre, 2023-2025 i7, 7 Series, X7, 2024-2025 i5, 5 Series, 2023-2024 XM, X1, 2024-2025 X6, and X5 vehicles. The integrated brake (IB) system may malfunction and result in a loss of power brake assist or cause the Antilock Brake (ABS) and Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) systems to not function properly.

    Risk: A loss of power brake assist can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle. Additionally, malfunctioning ABS and/or DSC systems can cause a loss of vehicle control. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: The Integrated brake system will be inspected and, if necessary, replaced, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 21, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Rolls-Royce customer service at 1-877-877-3735. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning August 21, 2026. Vehicles previously repaired under recall 24V739 or 24V104 will need to have the new remedy completed.

  2. NHTSA 24V739000Oct 2, 2024Brakes11,579 vehicles

    Service brakes, hydraulic:power assist:electric:control module

    BMW of North America, LLC. (BMW) is recalling certain 2023-2024 X1, X5, X6, X7, XM, 530i, i5, 740i, 760i, i7, and 750e vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models and model years. The integrated brake (IB) system may malfunction and result in a loss of power brake assist or cause the Antilock Brake (ABS) and Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) systems to not function properly.

    Risk: A loss of power brake assist can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle. Additionally, malfunctioning ABS and/or DSC systems can cause a loss of vehicle control. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the integrated brake module, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters notifying owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed November 22, 2024. Second letters will be mailed once the parts are available. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicles in this recall were previously repaired under recall number 24V-104 and will need to have the new remedy completed.

  3. NHTSA 24V104000Feb 12, 2024Brakes266,716 vehicles

    Service brakes, hydraulic:power assist:electric:control module

    BMW of North America, LLC. (BMW) is recalling certain 2023-2025 BMW, MINI, and Rolls-Royce vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models and model years. The integrated brake (IB) system may malfunction and result in a loss of power brake assist or cause the Antilock Brake (ABS) and Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) systems to not function properly.

    Risk: A loss of power brake assist can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle. Additionally, malfunctioning ABS and/or DSC systems can cause a loss of vehicle control. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the integrated brake system, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed between June and December 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Rolls Royce customer service at 1-877-877-3735.

See all 5 recalls for the 2024 BMW X6 →

2024 BMW X6 fuel economy and fuel cost

City
17 MPG
Highway
22 MPG
Combined
19 MPG
Annual fuel cost (EPA)
$4,200
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.

2024 compared with other X6 years

Complaint Index by model year (0 = fewest issues, 100 = most)0255075100’06’07’08’09’10’11’12’13’14’15’16’17’18’19’20’21’22’23’24’25
Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best
YearVerdictIndexComplaintsRecallsMPG
2022Good265116.5
2023No verdict111116.5
2024Caution639519
2025No verdict421419

All BMW X6 years: best and worst →

Frequently asked questions

Is the 2024 BMW X6 a reliable year?
Judged by NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2024 BMW X6 ranks #8 of 20 among X6 model years (Complaint Index 63/100, verdict: Caution). It has 9 complaints and 5 recalls on file. This reflects reported safety-related problems, not an overall reliability rating.
What are the most common problems with the 2024 BMW X6?
The most reported problem areas are brakes (9 complaints) and collision avoidance & cameras (2 complaints).
Does the 2024 BMW X6 have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for the 2024 BMW X6, most recently reported 2026, covering brakes and airbags.
What is the fuel economy of the 2024 BMW X6?
EPA rates the 2024 BMW X6 at 19 MPG combined (17 city / 22 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $4,200. Where several configurations exist, the median is shown.

Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint and recall databases; U.S. EPA fuel economy data; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Data updated Sep 24, 2026. Read the methodology and data sources. The Complaint Index is based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls; it is not a reliability rating.