2016 BMW X6
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Transmission & Drivetrain
Transmission & Drivetrain leads by volume: 3 of 9 complaints (33%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Suspension, Wheels & Tires include more reported injuries (1) than those mentioning any other identified area.
Complaints filed held steady at 9 in both 2015 and 2016.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | vs. 2016 Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 3,900–4,550 | 3,500–4,550 | 3,700–4,550 | 3,700–4,550 | 3,700–4,850 | |
| Combined MPG | 17–20 | 17–22 | 17–21 | 17–21 | 16–21 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 14–17 / 21–24 | 15–19 / 22–27 | 15–18 / 21–25 | 15–18 / 21–25 | 14–18 / 19–25 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 448–530 | 412–516 | 427–515 | 426–515 | 426–549 | |
| Complaints filed | 11 | 9 | 9 | 3 | 4 | |
| Recalls issued | 3 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 4 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | |
| Injuries reported | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 3 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2016 BMW X6 have?
1 NHTSA recall campaign as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2016 BMW X6?
Transmission & Drivetrain: 3 of 9 NHTSA complaints (33%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2016 BMW X6 get?
EPA rates it 17–21 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2016 BMW X6?
EPA estimates $3,700–$4,550 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (3)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic (S8) | 6 | 3.0L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | 18 mpg (high) | 25 mpg (high) | 21 mpg (high) | $3,700 (low) | 427 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic (S8) | 6 | 3.0L | All-Wheel Drive | Premium | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 18 mpg (high) | 24 mpg | 20 mpg | $3,900 | 435 g/mi |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic (S8) | 8 | 4.4L | All-Wheel Drive | Premium | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 15 mpg (low) | 21 mpg (low) | 17 mpg (low) | $4,550 (high) | 515 g/mi (high) |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (1)
CHILD SEAT · Campaign 19V823000 · Nov 18, 2019
Defect: BMW of North America, LLC. (BMW) is recalling certain 2015-2019 X6 sDrive35i, X6 xDrive35i, X6 xDrive50i, and X6M vehicles equipped with rear seat lower anchor bars used in securing child restraint seats. The lower anchor bars may become damaged over time when used with an ISOFIX-type, rigid-style connector, child restraint system.
Consequence: Damaged lower anchor bars may increase the child's risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will weld a reinforcing bracket to the lower anchor bars and the vehicle body, free of charge. Owner notification began January 17, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.