NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2024 BMW X6 M Safety Record
The 2024 BMW X6 M has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 4 recalls and 9 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The 2024 BMW X6 M has not undergone crash testing by NHTSA, leaving a significant gap in its federal safety profile. Consequently, no star ratings are available, and a computed Safety Index score cannot be assigned. The federal record does, however, indicate a Light recall and complaint burden band. Four recall campaigns have been issued, addressing electronic stability control and air bag systems. Additionally, nine unverified owner complaints have been logged for this model year, with no reported crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths. While these data points offer some insight into potential issues, the complete absence of crash-test results precludes any definitive conclusion regarding its crash-safety performance.
The 2024 BMW X6 M was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries four recall campaigns and a Light recall-and-complaint burden band, according to NHTSA federal safety data.
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 | 4 |
| Owner complaints | 9 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2024 BMW X6 M?
The 2024 BMW X6 M has a Light recall and complaint burden, with four recalls and nine unverified owner complaints. The recall record is concentrated in two safety-critical areas: electronic stability control and air bag deployment systems, including a knee bolster. Both directly affect occupant protection. The small volume of owner complaints frequently alleges issues with braking and stability control components. No crash-test data is available for this model year, nor are there tested sibling years to provide context.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2024 BMW X6 M have any recalls?
The 2024 BMW X6 M is covered by four recall campaigns. Two campaigns address Electronic Stability Control systems, one of which spans a broad range of 2023-2025 BMW, MINI, and Rolls-Royce vehicles. Two campaigns address Air Bags, including a knee-bolster air bag recall that names the 2024 X6 M60i and X6 xDrive40i variants specifically. No park-outside or do-not-drive directive appears in the data provided for this model year.
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)24V739000
Risk: A loss of power brake assist can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle. Additionally, malfunctioning ABS and/or DSC systems can cause a loss of vehicle control. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the integrated brake module, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters notifying owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed November 22, 2024. Second letters will be mailed once the parts are available. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicles in this recall were previously repaired under recall number 24V-104 and will need to have
Reported 2024-10-02
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)24V104000
Risk: A loss of power brake assist can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle. Additionally, malfunctioning ABS and/or DSC systems can cause a loss of vehicle control. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the integrated brake system, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed between June and December 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Rolls Royce customer service at 1-877-877-3735.
Reported 2024-02-12
AIR BAGS23V622000
Risk: An air bag that does not deploy as intended can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the front passenger knee air bag, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 3, 2023. Owners may contact BMW's customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Reported 2023-09-07
AIR BAGS:KNEE BOLSTER23V471000
Risk: A knee air bag that does not deploy as intended increases the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the knee air bag (driver and/or passenger), free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 6, 2023. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Reported 2023-07-10
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2024 BMW X6 M?
Nine unverified owner allegations have been reported to NHTSA for the 2024 BMW X6 M. The most frequently cited components in those unverified reports are Service Brakes with 11 references, Electronic Stability Control with 6, Hydraulic systems with 5, and Forward Collision Avoidance with 2. These are consumer-reported allegations, not established facts or confirmed defects.
9 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2024 BMW X6 M?
Four recalls have been issued for the 2024 BMW X6 M, two of which pertain to core safety systems. The recall record, including issues with the electronic stability control and air bag systems, warrants VIN verification through nhtsa.gov for all owners and prospective buyers to ensure all necessary remedies have been performed.
- NHTSA has not crash-tested the 2024 BMW X6 M, meaning no federal star ratings or Safety Index score exists for this model year, and no inference about crash performance should be drawn from that absence.
- Two of the four recalls for this model year involve electronic stability control systems, a component that also appears in the unverified complaint record with six reported references, making VIN-level recall verification a priority for this specific year.
- Two recall campaigns address air bag systems, including a knee-bolster air bag recall that names specific 2024 X6 trims directly, and confirming remedy completion is advisable before or shortly after purchase.
- Nine unverified owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA against the 2024 BMW X6 M, with the most recent reported as recently as mid-2025, and Service Brakes is the most frequently cited component in those unverified allegations.
FAQ2024 BMW X6 M safety questions
Was the 2024 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 4 recalls and 9 owner complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2024 BMW X6 M have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 4 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2024 BMW X6 M. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2024 BMW X6 M?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 9 owner complaints are on file for the 2024 BMW X6 M. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
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- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the BMW X6 M 2024.
- 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.