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2012 BMW X6 engine problems

15 complaints (47% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 74,900.

owner complaints
15
of this car's complaints
47%
typical mileage
74,900
crashes
0
recalls
1

Which part fails

Owners did not name a specific part.

At what mileage

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BMW X6 engine problems in other years

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Related recalls

Engine and engine cooling: engine: gasoline: turbo/superchargerReported April 18, 2018 · 47,806 vehicles affected
What is wrong
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2011-2012 BMW 550i, 550i xDrive, 550i Gran Turismo, 550i Gran Turismo xDrive, 750i, 750Li, 750i xDrive, 750Li xDrive, 760Li, X5 xDrive50i, X5 M, X6 xDrive50i, X6 M, ActiveHybrid7, MINI Cooper S Convertible, John Cooper Works (JCW) Convertible, Cooper S Countryman, Cooper S Countryman ALL4, Cooper S, JCW, Cooper S Clubman, JCW Clubman, Cooper S Roadster, JCW Roadster, Cooper S Coupe, JCW Coupe and Rolls-Royce Ghost, 2011 BMW X6 Hybrid and 2012 BMW 650i Coupe, 650i xDrive Coupe, 650i Convertible and 650i xDrive Convertible vehicles. The electric auxiliary water pump may fail and cause the circuit board to overheat.
Risk
If the circuit board were to overheat, it can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the electric auxiliary water pump, free of charge. Depending on the model, there are currently limited parts available, however not all parts are available at this time. Owners will be notified of the recall beginning June 11, 2018, and will receive a second notification when remedy parts become available. Owners may contact BMW customer service at BMW 1‑800‑525‑7417, MINI at 1‑866‑825‑1525, or Rolls-Royce at 1‑877‑877‑3735. Note: BMW recommends that owners park their vehicle outdoors until the recall remedy has been performed.

Recall number 18V248000 · Recall details

What 2012 BMW X6 owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Sep 2, 2021 · Engine, Fuel system · NY

Fuel pump stopped working almost died on highway after car stalled and wouldnt let me drive while it turned off . I cant believe a fuel pump is bad at 107 k miles . Ive read multiple forums on same issue w other x6 this needs immediate attention someone could die .

Filed Jul 20, 2021 · Engine · 74,900 miles · GA

The contact owns a 2012 BMW X6. The contact took the vehicle to the local dealer and was informed that there was an unknown recall associated to the VIN. The dealer completed recall repairs. The contact stated on July 16, 2021 while her husband was driving 60 mph, the vehicle stalled. The contact stated that the check engine and battery warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was not drivable. The contact towed the vehicle to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed with needing the engine to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired but was pending repairs. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 74,900.

Filed Mar 1, 2021 · Engine · 103,000 miles · IL

While driving oil leaking from oil cooling unit onto serpentine belt causing it to break and twains into (ingested) the engine causing timing chain issues.

Filed Jan 14, 2021 · Engine, Transmission · 90,000 miles · CA

Driveshaft wear, engine turbocharger malfunction/circuit board.

Filed Nov 11, 2020 · Engine, Suspension · 95,000 miles · CA

Driveshaft universal ball joint malfunction. Shows it's on recall . Engine turbo/supercharger failure. Engine coolant malfunction. The car stalls from the turbos malfunctioning & I feel the left wheel is about to fall off from driveshaft which makes a loud noise when you accelerate.

Filed Aug 28, 2020 · Engine · 80,000 miles · TX

Reduced power to my engine.when in motion and on the highway.

Filed May 27, 2020 · Engine · 300 miles · MD

Engine burning oil . A lot every 300 mile need add oil.

Filed Jul 17, 2019 · Engine · 120,000 miles · WA

Tl* the contact owns a 2012 bmw x6. While driving 45 MPH, the vehicles ceased to function and all the instrument panel warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was towed to bmw northwest (4011 20th st e, tacoma, wa 98424, (253) 922-8700) where it was diagnosed with two damaged vanos solenoids and the battery needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 120,000.

Filed May 9, 2019 · Engine · 65,000 miles · WA

Heavy oil consumption, water pump went out - engine over heated

Filed Apr 26, 2017 · Engine, Fuel system · 87,456 miles · PA

I was recently on a highway driving and my car suddenly came to a halt, shaking and vibrating whiles other cars were behind me. I almost lost my life in accident with a trailer truck who quickly maneuvered from behind me. I drove the car to a bmw dealership and I was told that the fuel injectors created that problem. The car has less than 90k miles on it and bmw is refusing to accept the fact that this is safety issue which could have ended my life. I am requesting at this point for bwm to open a campaign for these fuel injectors or the government issue a recall on them. I need all of my bmw x6 fuel injectors replaced by bmw . A service advisor told me , it is best to get all the injectors replaced because this is a common problem with the n63 engine and they have been fighting hard for bmw na to issue a recall on them because it is costing them tons of money in civil suits. Again I need this fuel injectors replaced on my car as quickly as possible because I have no means of transportation to school , work or clinical rotation and this is severely affecting my grades. If no action is taken by bmw , I am very prepared to retain an attorney to file a class suit against them with every dime I have.

Questions about the 2012 BMW X6 engine

Does the 2012 BMW X6 have engine problems?

Owners have filed 15 complaints about the engine of the 2012 BMW X6, 47% of all its complaints, more than any other problem.

At what mileage do 2012 BMW X6 engine problems start?

The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 74,900 miles.

Is there a recall for the 2012 BMW X6 engine?

Yes, 1 recall: 18V248000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

Other 2012 BMW X6 problems

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