The worst 2009 BMW 6 Series problems
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Recalls 2
Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery: cables
- What is wrong
- Bmw is recalling certain model year 2004-2010 5-series, model year 2004-2010 6-series, model year 2006-2010 m5, and model year 2007-2010 m6 vehicles. The insulated bulkhead connector for the positive battery cable may have been incorrectly attached to the trunk floor panel, which can lead to a loosening of the bolt connection. As it loosens, an increase in electrical resistance at this cable connection is possible and could cause the cable connection to overheat.
- Risk
- Overheating could lead to a fire, even while the vehicle is not in use. As a precaution, owners are advised to park outside until the remedy has been made.
- Remedy
- Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and secure the battery bolt cable connection as necessary, free of charge. The safety recall began on april 30, 2012. Owners may contact bmw customer relations and services at 1‑800‑525‑7417.
Recall number 12V126000 · Recall details
Service brakes, hydraulic: power assist: vacuum
- What is wrong
- Bmw is recalling certain model year 2004-2010 5-series, 6-series, and model year 2002-2008 7-series vehicles. A check valve of the brake vacuum pump may leak a small amount of lubricating oil. Over time this could result in contamination of the brake booster.
- Risk
- Power assist braking performance could be adversely affected. In extreme cases there could be a complete loss of power assist braking. An unexpected reduction or loss in power braking assist may increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Bmw will notify owners and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began on november 24, 2010. Owners may contact bmw at 1‑800‑525‑7417.
Recall number 10V446000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2009 BMW 6 Series 22
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- The basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met.
- The electrical system of BMW vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few...
- Discharged Battery Energy Diagnosis Must Be Performed: The electrical system of BMW vehicles has been...
- Bmw: experiencing loss of engine power, service engine soon lamp is illuminated, a noise, like rattling,...
- Bmw: on some vehicles, when starting, low beam, with 0552 option, would briefly flashes, due to a faulty...
- Bmw: when using iphone, various connectivity failures occur, such as disconnection of call, list of...
- Bmw: on some vehicles, the high pressure fuel injector, CAN lead to an internal failure due to incorrect...
- Bmw: due to an error in software calibration, some vehicles are experiencing warning illumination of dsc,...
- Bmw: warning lamps are illuminated for the dsc, ABS and brake and a possible warning in control display...
- Bmw: crankcase pressure diagnosis and information for all vehicles
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Is the 2009 BMW 6 Series reliable?
Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 2009 BMW 6 Series.
What is the most common problem with the 2009 BMW 6 Series?
There are not enough complaints to tell.
How many recalls does the 2009 BMW 6 Series have?
2 recalls, covering electrical system and service brakes, hydraulic.
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