2.6

hardly worth mentioning
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
56,506 miles

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2012 BMW X6 engine problems

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2012 BMW X6 Owner Comments

problem #15

Jul 292021

X6

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

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.

- Bronx, NY, USA

problem #14

Aug 012020

X6 8-cyl

  • 74,900 miles
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.

- Hampton, GA, USA

problem #13

Jul 032020

X6

  • 103,000 miles
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.

- Maywood, IL, USA

problem #12

Jul 082020

X6

  • 90,000 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

Driveshaft wear, engine turbocharger malfunction/circuit board.

- Burbank, CA, USA

problem #11

Oct 272020

X6

  • 95,000 miles
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.

- Burbank, CA, USA

problem #10

Apr 032020

X6

  • 80,000 miles
Reduced power to my engine.when in motion and on the highway.

- Houston, TX, USA

problem #9

Aug 012019

X6 8-cyl

  • 300 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

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

- Clarksburg, MD, USA

problem #8

Jun 282019

X6

  • 120,000 miles
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.

- Ferderal Way, WA, USA

problem #7

Aug 242017

X6

  • 65,000 miles
Heavy oil consumption, water pump went out - engine over heated

- Bellevue, WA, USA

problem #6

Apr 152017

X6

  • 87,456 miles
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.

- Yeadon, PA, USA

problem #5

Apr 012016

X6

  • 26,000 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

The contact owns a 2012 BMW X6. The contact stated that after starting the vehicle, a warning message that the vehicle had over heated immediately displayed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed that the turbo coolant pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 26,000.

- Chicago, IL, USA

problem #4

Dec 302015

X6

  • 50,001 miles
The contact owns a 2012 BMW X6. While driving 55 mph, the transmission failed to shift to the lower gears. The vehicle was taken to the dealer to be diagnosed. The mechanic was unable to duplicate the failure, but the diagnostic produced a fault code. The contact was informed that the electric auxiliary water pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 12V161000 (engine and engine cooling). The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 50,001.

- San Diego, CA, USA

problem #3

Jan 012012

X6 8-cyl

  • 7,000 miles
Vehicle has been smoking, burning oil and leaving a black residue on tail pipes and on paint around tailpipes since approximately 6 months old. BMW service advised oil usage was normal for vehicle and refused to investigate further. Oil consumption has continued to increase to as much as 6 quarts in less than 5,000 miles. Having serious engine malfunctions with engine shut down, without warning and without ability to compensate for traffic conditions. Believe there is an inherent defect in the engine and that car is a danger. BMW service simply checks for visible oil leaks but refuses to investigate further.

- Charleston, WV, USA

problem #2

Aug 072011

X6 8-cyl

  • 2,000 miles
Was slowing vehicle while entering onto interstate ramp at a sharp left. Vehicle shifted into neutral and shut down engine. No ability to steer or brake. Also happened while sitting a traffic light.

- Charleston, WV, USA

problem #1

Nov 262014

X6 8-cyl

  • 46,932 miles
Engine malfunction. Engine operating at reduced output. Engine has malfunctioned numerous times. Shuts down to reduced output, without warning and without allowance for traffic conditions, only allowing for 4-5 mph travel. Extreme danger! BMW has a "customer care package" that is a recall, although they are not calling it a recall. However, all parts of recall have been replaced on vehicle and now having to drive a vehicle that has not been fixed, that I am afraid to drive in traffic and do not trust to have enough power to merge onto interstate. BMW is simply throwing parts at a serious problem that has the potential to harm thousands of people.

- Charleston , WV, USA

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