Recalls: BMW F16 X6
Overview
Manufacturers, or importers, issue recalls for defects or faults which have the potential to cause injury. Generally, manufacturers will inform the original buyers if their vehicle is subject to a recall and of the steps required to remedy the defect or fault. Please note that the recalls below (if any) are for Australian-delivered vehicles only. Furthermore, the number of recalls should not be taken as an indication of a model’s reliability or its safety more generally.
Recalls: BMW F16 X6
2014-17 BMW F16 X6: Takata airbag recall
In December 2018, a staged recall campaign was initiated for BMW ‘F Series’ models – this included 2014-17 BMW F16 X6 vehicles. These vehicles had Takata driver’s airbags and the propellant wafers in these airbags could absorb moisture over time. In the event of airbag deployment, excessive internal pressure could cause the metal inflator housing to rupture and metallic fragments could be projected through the airbag cushion towards vehicle occupants – these fragments posed a risk of serious injury and fatality. For the VINs of the recalled vehicles, please see PRA 2018/17191.
2014-17 BMW F86 X6 M: Takata airbag recall
In December 2018, a staged recall campaign was initiated for BMW ‘F Series’ models – this included 2014-17 BMW F86 X6 M vehicles. These vehicles had Takata driver’s airbags and the propellant wafers in these airbags could absorb moisture over time. In the event of airbag deployment, excessive internal pressure could cause the metal inflator housing to rupture and metallic fragments could be projected through the airbag cushion towards vehicle occupants – these fragments posed a risk of serious injury and fatality. For the VINs of the recalled vehicles, please see PRA 2018/17191.
2013-19 BMW F16 X6 and F86 X6 M: ISOFIX retaining brackets could fracture
In December 2019, recall campaign 00 52 9202 00 was issued for BMW F16 X6 and F86 X6 M vehicles that were available for sale from 19 August 2013 to 9 November 2019. Using child seats with ISOFIX mounting and additional supports on the floor could cause fatigue fractures in the ISOFIX retaining brackets around the welding point. If the retaining bracket broke, the ISOFIX child seat may not be correctly secured in the vehicle and this increased the risk of injury to the child. Until the recall works were performed, owners should not use an ISOFIX child restraint in their vehicles. For the VINs of the recalled vehicles, please see PRA 2019/18015.
Problems and faults: BMW F16 X6
Overview
This section identifies potential problems, causes and fixes based on the experiences of owners and repairers, online sources and technical service bulletins. This information is provided solely for reference purposes and AustralianCar.Reviews recommends that only properly qualified persons carry out repairs or modifications. Furthermore, the number of items below should not be taken as an indicator of a model’s reliability or the frequency with which they may occur.
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2015 BMW F86 X6 M: reduced engine power and ‘charging pressure too high’
In July 2015, BMW North America issued Service Bulletin SI B12 23 15 for BMW F86 X6 M vehicles that were manufactured prior to 1 July 2015. When accelerating under certain conditions, engine power may be reduced and the Check Control Message (CCM) ‘Drive Faulty: Drive at moderate speed’ would be displayed. Furthermore, the following charging pressure control fault would be stored in the DME:
- Fault 120208: Exhaust camshaft sensor, signal: not plausible.
The following faults may also be stored in the DME:
- Fault 120408: Charging pressure control: Switch-off, pressure build-up blocked; and,
- Fault 120908: Charging pressure control2: Switch-off, pressure build-up blocked.
According to the service bulletin, these symptoms were due to a DME software error. To fix, the vehicle was to be re-programmed using the latest version of ISTA/P.
