2024 BMW X6 Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls
Caution The 2024 BMW X6 has a complaint index of 63 and ranks 8th worst of 20 model years, earning a Caution verdict. All 9 complaints involve brakes, and NHTSA lists 5 recalls, including three separate brake system campaigns.
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
YearToAvoid Scorecard
- Complaint Index
- 63/100
- #8 of 20 X6 years
- Verdict
- Caution
- vs. other years of this model
- Complaints
- 9
- unique NHTSA reports
- Recalls
- 5
- distinct NHTSA campaigns
- Crashes
- 0
- reported in complaints
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Top issue
- Brakes
- NHTSA overall rating
- Not rated
- EPA combined MPG
- 19
- 17 city / 22 hwy
- Injuries / deaths
- 0 / 0
Top 2024 BMW X6 problems
Share of this year’s NHTSA complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Brakes9 (100%)
- Collision Avoidance & Cameras2 (22%)
- Other1 (11%)
A complaint can list more than one component, so shares add up to more than 100%. Shares are % of complaints.
What owners report
- Owners report receiving recall notices for the integrated brake system (Electronic Stability Control and Service Brakes) but being told replacement parts were not yet available.
- Some owners say the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time to complete the recall repair after notification.
- One owner describes being told the integrated brakes are not functioning properly with no remedy offered, and reports feeling unsafe driving the vehicle.
- Multiple owners across different dealers report the same unresolved brake recall issue with no fix in hand.
2024 BMW X6 recalls
5 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
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
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2024 BMW X6 reliable?
- NHTSA data gives the 2024 X6 a complaint index of 63, ranking it 8th worst out of 20 model years for the X6, with a Caution verdict. All 9 complaints on file concern the brake system.
- Does the 2024 BMW X6 have a brake recall?
- Yes. NHTSA lists five recalls tied to the 2024 X6, and three of them (24V104000, 24V739000, and 26V422000) involve the integrated brake system.
- What is the top problem area for the 2024 BMW X6?
- Brakes account for 100% of the complaints logged for the 2024 X6, tied to the integrated brake system recalls.
- How does the 2024 X6 compare to other model years?
- The 2024 X6 has a complaint index of 63, which is lower than years like 2009 through 2013 (index 79-100, all rated Avoid) but higher than years like 2016, 2021, and 2022, which are rated Good.
- What is the fuel economy of the 2024 BMW X6?
- EPA rates the 2024 X6 at 19 mpg combined (17 city / 22 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $4,200.