2017 BMW M6 — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
2
Owner Complaints
2
Recalls
5
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2017 BMW M6
The 2017 BMW M6 has received a total of 2 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 2 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS, AIR BAGS. 5 technical service bulletins have been issued by BMW of North America, LLC for this model year. The most commonly reported problem area is the Electrical System (1 complaint).
Recalls for the 2017 BMW M6
NHTSA has recorded 2 recalls for the 2017 BMW M6, potentially affecting up to 6,234 vehicles.
Recall 20V094000 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
| 2,728 vehicles affected
Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2014-2019 M6 Gran Coupe vehicles. The third brake light may become loose, possibly allowing the light to detach from the vehicle.
Consequence: If the third brake light detaches from the vehicle, it would no longer provide the required lighting to following traffic, or it may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the third brake light and properly secure it with new fasteners. If the third brake light detached from the vehicle and is damaged, it will be replaced. All repairs will be performed...
View full details →Recall 16V914000 — AIR BAGS
| 3,506 vehicles affected
Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2017 BMW 640i, 640i xDrive, 650i, 650i xDrive, M6, 535i, 535i xDrive, 430i, 430i xDrive, 440i, 440i xDrive, M4, X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i, i3, i8, Rolls-Royce Dawn, Mini Clubman Cooper, Clubman Cooper S, Cooper All4, Cooper S All4, Mini 4-Door Cooper, Cooper S, Mini 2-Door Cooper, Cooper S, John...
Consequence: If the air bag inflator initiator fails to ignite, the seat-mounted air bag will not deploy, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air bag modules, free of charge. The recall began February 6, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2017 BMW M6
2 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2017 BMW M6. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Structurebody | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
Rear third brake light come loose, (I found all the nuts behind de leather of the car)causing the light to fall off. Also making the roof leak, water drain to the under seat, and the battery compartment, running thru the seat belt. This cause mold In the carpet under the rear seat and also in the battery compartment is located the fuel pump module, and the parking brake module, and un hopefully the is no water drain on that compartment, so it fills up with water. Low pressure fuel pump stop working and the parking brake too.
Rear third brake light come loose, (I found all the nuts behind de leather of the car)causing the light to fall off. Also making the roof leak, water drain to the under seat, and the battery compartment, running thru the seat belt. This cause mold In the carpet under the rear seat and also in the battery compartment is located the fuel pump module, and the parking brake module, and un hopefully the is no water drain on that compartment, so it fills up with water. Low pressure fuel pump stop working and the parking brake too.
Safety Rating for the 2017 BMW M6
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2017 BMW M6 in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2017 BMW M6
BMW of North America, LLC has issued 5 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2017 BMW M6. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
B341019 — SERVICE BRAKES
HELPFUL INFORMATION FOR CUSTOMER DISCUSSIONS REGARDING MOTORSPORT VEHICLE BRAKES: Note for customer deleted: If the noise does not disappear despite the attempts to regenerate the brake a repair is required.
B340515 — SUSPENSION:FRONT:WHEEL BEARING
TICKING NOISE FROM THE FRONT AXLE WHEN CORNERING: The customer may complain of a metallic ticking noise from the front axle when cornering, maneuvering, parking or pulling away from a parking space.
B661018 — BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
REAR VIEW CAMERA CANNOT BE CONTROLLED VIA IDRIVE: When the Parking menu is active (reverse gear selected) in the CID (Central Information Display), activation or deactivation of the rear view camera via the iDrive controller does not work.
B540317 — STRUCTURE
SERVICE ACTION: REPLACE CONVERTIBLE TOP COMPARTMENT LID TRIM. Temporary convertible top compartment cover trim was installed in production due to parts shortage. Vehicle cannot be delivered while equipped with temporary cover. Temporary trim does not provide adequate seal.
B512416 — STRUCTURE
WATER LEAKING INTO REAR COMPARTMENT. Water is found in rear compartment. CAUSE Seal around fuel filler tube (located by red lines) is not effective. Replace cover pot (bowl).
NHTSA Investigations for the 2017 BMW M6
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the BMW M6
- 2013 BMW M6 — 4 complaints
- 2014 BMW M6 — 10 complaints
- 2015 BMW M6 — 0 complaints
- 2016 BMW M6 — 12 complaints
- 2017 BMW M6 (current)
- 2018 BMW M6 — 3 complaints
- 2019 BMW M6 — 0 complaints