Research · 8 model years

BMW M6Every model year, 2006–2018

Across the 8 model years we’ve synced, NHTSA lists 9 recall campaigns and 29 owner complaints for the BMW M6. The 2007 model year has the most complaints (7).

01 —Model years

BMW M6 years compared

Recalls, complaints, NCAP overall and EPA combined MPG per year
YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesNCAP overallMPG comb.
2018110Not rated17
2017210Not rated17
2016140Not rated17
2014150Not rated17
2013220Not rated17
2008120Not rated13
2007171Not rated13
2006070Not rated13
Data from NHTSA recalls, complaints & NCAP; EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Oct 27, 2026
02 —Complaints by year

NHTSA complaints per model year

Newer years have had less time on the road
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Model yearNHTSA complaints
20067
20077
20082
20132
20145
20164
20171
20181

Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.

Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Oct 27, 2026
03 —Recent recalls

Latest recalls for the 2018 M6

1 campaign

Exterior lighting: brake lights

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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.

Exterior lightingReported Feb 19, 2020NHTSA 20V094000
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Oct 27, 2026