NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2023 BMW X6 M Safety Record
The 2023 BMW X6 M has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 1 recall and 1 owner complaint on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The 2023 BMW X6 M has not been subjected to crash testing by NHTSA. Consequently, the agency has published no star ratings for this model year, nor can our Safety Index be computed. The federal record does show a light recall and complaint burden: one recall campaign and one owner complaint have been reported. This limited data set provides neither a safety endorsement nor a warning, as the absence of crash-test results indicates only that the vehicle was not evaluated under NHTSA's program.
The 2023 BMW X6 M was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries one federal recall campaign, and falls in the Light recall and complaint burden band according to NHTSA data at nhtsa.gov.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
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| NHTSA crash test | Not crash-tested |
|---|---|
| Recall and complaint burden | Light |
| Recalls on file | 1 |
| Owner complaints | 1 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2023 BMW X6 M?
The 2023 BMW X6 M enters the market without direct predecessor crash-test data in our review years; no closely related model year has been tested. Its federal record shows a low volume of safety actions, placing it in MotorCaliber's Light recall and complaint burden band. This band indicates a combined total of one recall and one unverified owner complaint, a profile among the lower volumes for vehicles of its age. The lone recall addresses the automatic transmission control module, a powertrain component impacting gear selection. The single owner complaint filed is a structural claim, unverified, and without any reported crash or injury. The Light burden band reflects only the volume of actions, not crash-test performance.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2023 BMW X6 M have any recalls?
The 2023 BMW X6 M is subject to one recall campaign targeting the powertrain automatic transmission control module. The recall notice covers certain 2023 model-year vehicles across multiple BMW nameplate lines. NHTSA's published record for this campaign does not include a park-outside or do-not-drive directive, but owners should verify current remedy status for their specific VIN at nhtsa.gov.
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)23V821000
Risk: Transmission oil that leaks into the control unit can lead to a seizure of the transmission gears, causing a sudden loss of drive power and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the transmission mechatronics module and the automatic transmission fluid, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 26, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Reported 2023-12-06
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2023 BMW X6 M?
NHTSA's record shows one owner complaint filed against the 2023 BMW X6 M. That single unverified allegation involves the vehicle's structure component. The report logged zero crashes, zero fires, zero injuries, and zero deaths. All complaints to NHTSA are unverified consumer allegations and have not been independently confirmed.
1 owner complaint on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2023 BMW X6 M?
The 2023 BMW X6 M has been subject to a significant recall campaign involving its transmission control module. This issue is serious enough that any prospective buyer of a used unit should verify the specific vehicle's VIN through NHTSA's free recall lookup at nhtsa.gov. An unresolved recall transfers with the vehicle to any new owner, making pre-purchase verification essential for safety.
- NHTSA did not crash-test the 2023 BMW X6 M, so no federal star ratings or Safety Index score exists for this specific model year.
- One recall is on record for the 2023 BMW X6 M, targeting the automatic transmission control module across a group of 2023 BMW vehicles.
- One unverified owner complaint has been filed with NHTSA against this model year, citing a structural concern with no reported crash, fire, injury, or death.
- Prospective owners should use the VIN-specific recall lookup at nhtsa.gov to confirm whether the open recall has been completed on any individual 2023 BMW X6 M unit.
FAQ2023 BMW X6 M safety questions
Was the 2023 BMW X6 M crash-tested by NHTSA?
No. NHTSA has not run a New Car Assessment Program crash test on this configuration, so it carries no Safety Index. Its safety record here is built from 1 recall and 1 owner complaint on file.
How many recalls does the 2023 BMW X6 M have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 1 vehicle recall is on file for the 2023 BMW X6 M. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2023 BMW X6 M?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 1 owner complaint is on file for the 2023 BMW X6 M. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the BMW X6 M 2023.
- SCORE This configuration was not crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. We report its recall and complaint record only.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.