2014 BMW X6 Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2014 BMW X6.

20132015
Complaints
11
per 10K Sold
27.8
US Sales
3,952
Crashes
0
Fires
0
Injuries
0
Fatalities
Recalls
3

Worst 2014 BMW X6 Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#16 complaints

Airbags

Avg mileage:32,002 mi
#24 complaints

Transmission / Drivetrain

#31 complaints

Suspension Failures

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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2014 BMW X6.

Airbags
6
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
32,002
Transmission / Drivetrain
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension Failures
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2014 BMW X6

3 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~264,890 vehicles.

20V017000Air Bags:frontal:driver Side:inflator Module
~59,965 affected

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2008-2013 128i and 135i Convertibles, 128i, 135i, and M Coupes, 2007-2010 X3 30si and X3 xDrive30i, 2013-2015 X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i and X1 xDrive35i, 2007-2013 328i, 328i xDrive, 335i, 335is, 335i xDrive and M3 Coupes, 2006-2011 328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive, 325i, 325xi, 330i, 330xi, 335i, 335xi, 335i xDrive and M3, 2009-2011 335D, 2006-2012 325xi, 328i, 328xi and 328i xDrive, 2010-2011 X6 ActiveHybrid, 2007-2013 328i, 335i, 335is, M3 Coupes, X5 30si, X5 xDrive30i, X5 xDrive35i, X5 48i, X5 xDrive48i, X5 xDrive50i and X5 M, 2009-2013 X5 xDrive35d and 2008-2014 X6 xDrive35i, X6 xDrive50i and X6M vehicles equipped with non-desiccated driver frontal air bag inflators containing phase stabilized ammonium nitrate (PSAN) that were used as interim remedy parts for previous Takata recalls. These inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and high temperature cycling.

19V017000Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module
~83,016 affected

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2007-2013 X5 xDrive30i, X5 xDrive35i, X5 xDrive48i, X5 xDrive50i and X5 M vehicles, 2008-2014 X6 xDrive35i, X6 xDrive50i and X6 M vehicles, 2009-2013 X5 xDrive35d vehicles and 2010-2011 X6 ActiveHybrid vehicles. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger frontal air bag, these inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.

17V138000Power Train:driveline:driveshaft
~121,909 affected

BMW of North America, LLC, (BMW) is recalling certain 2011-2013 X5 xDrive35i, X5 xDrive50i, X5 M and X5 xDrive35d vehicles, 2011-2014 X6 xDrive35i, X6 xDrive50i and X6M vehicles, and 2011 x6 ActiveHybrid Vehicles. Water and debris may enter the front driveshaft's universal joint, causing excessive wear and possibly resulting in the joint's failure.

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2014 BMW X6 — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2014 BMW X6 reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2014 BMW X6 has 11 NHTSA complaints, 0 crash-related, and 3 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Airbags with 6 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2014 BMW X6?
Top reported problems: Airbags (6 complaints, avg 32,002 mi); Transmission / Drivetrain (4 complaints); Suspension Failures (1 complaints). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2014 BMW X6?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 32,002 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
Does the 2014 BMW X6 have any recalls?
Yes — 3 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 264,890 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2014 BMW X6?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full BMW X6 reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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