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2006 BMW M6Recalls, problems, MPG & safety

NHTSA lists 0 safety recalls and 7 owner complaints for the 2006 BMW M6. Most complaints involve engine and engine cooling (2) and steering (1). The EPA rates it 13 mpg combined.

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Combined MPG
13mpg
EPA · 1 version
NHTSA overall
—
Not rated by NCAP
Safety recalls
0campaigns
NHTSA
Owner complaints
7
Top: engine and engine cooling
Fuel cost / yr
$5,950est.
EPA estimate, best version
01 —Recalls

Safety recalls

NHTSA campaigns for this model year
0 recalls found in NHTSA data for the 2006 BMW M6 as of Nov 10, 2026.
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Nov 10, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
02 —Complaints

Owner complaints by component

7 complaints filed with NHTSA · Jul 2006 – Apr 2016
  1. Engine and engine cooling2
  2. Steering1
  3. Power train1
  4. Suspension1
  5. Service brakes, hydraulic1
  6. Equipment1
  7. Tires1
  8. Air bags1
  9. Seats1

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

By model year

Complaints for each M6 model year we’ve synced.

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Model yearNHTSA complaints
20067
20077
20082
20132
20145
20164
20171
20181
Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
0
Deaths reported
0
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Nov 10, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
03 —Common problems

What owners report most

Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component

Engine and engine cooling

2 reports
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 BMW 650I. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE'S AC WAS NOT COLD. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO A LOCAL MECHANIC WHERE HE WAS TOLD THAT ENGINE OIL WAS LEAKING BELOW THE BRAKE VACUUM PUMP. THE MECHANIC ADVISED THE CONTACT OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 07V479000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING). THE CONTACT THEN CALLED BMW USE WHO INFORMED THE CONTACT, THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN THE RECALL. THE CONTACT WAS CONCERNED WITH THE BRAKES CAUSING A CRASH. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 57,000. UPDATED 07/12/11 *BF UPDATED 12/30/11”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Jun 20, 2011Engine and engine cooling, EquipmentODI 10407568

Steering

1 report
“STEERING WHEEL LOCKS UP”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Apr 12, 2016SteeringODI 10855167

Power train

1 report
“HYDRAULIC UNIT FAULTS. CAR SHIFT TO NEUTRAL WHILE I WAS DRIVING IN A BUSY HIGHWAY. I WAS NOT ABLE TO SELECT OR CHANGE GEARS. TRANSMISSION WAS STUCK IN NEUTRAL GEAR. I WAS NOT ABLE TO RESTART THE ENGINE. I HAVE NOTICED MULTIPLE CONSUMERS REVIEWS AND COMPLAINTS ABOUT SIMILAR ISSUES WITH BMW. PLEASE HELP. *TR”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Dec 30, 2013Power trainODI 10557885
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Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Nov 10, 2026
04 —Key specs

Engines, transmissions & drive

1 version rated by the EPA
EPA class
Subcompact Cars
Engines
5.0L 10-cyl
Transmissions
Automatic (S7)
Drive
Rear-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Premium Gasoline

Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.

Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 10, 2026EPA listing
05 —Fuel economy

EPA fuel economy by version

City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
VersionCityHwyComb.Fuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
M6
Auto (S7), 10 cyl, 5.0 L · Rear-Wheel Drive
111713$5,950684
  • M6
    Auto (S7), 10 cyl, 5.0 L
    11 city · 17 hwy · $5,950/yr
    13
    mpg comb.
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Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 10, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
06 —Safety

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings

1 tested variant
NHTSA has not published 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2006 BMW M6 as of Nov 10, 2026.
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Nov 10, 2026Vehicle 1920
07 —Maintenance

Maintenance basics

General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
ItemMilesTimeNote
Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi6–12 monthsFollow the oil-life monitor if fitted
Tire rotation5,000–7,500 miEvery oil changeCheck pressure monthly
Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi1–2 yearsSooner in dusty areas
Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi1–2 years
Brake fluid—2–3 yearsAbsorbs moisture over time
Coolant60,000–100,000 mi5–10 yearsLong-life coolants last longer
Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi—Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end
12V battery—3–5 yearsHeat shortens battery life
  • Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi
    6–12 months
  • Tire rotation5,000–7,500 mi
    Every oil change
  • Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Brake fluid—
    2–3 years
  • Coolant60,000–100,000 mi
    5–10 years
  • Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi
    —
  • 12V battery—
    3–5 years
Typical intervals for modern cars. Severe service (towing, short trips, extreme heat or cold) shortens them.
09 —FAQ

2006 M6 questions

How many recalls does the 2006 BMW M6 have?

0 recalls found in NHTSA data as of Nov 10, 2026.

What are the most common 2006 BMW M6 problems?

Owners filed 7 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are engine and engine cooling (2), steering (1), power train (1). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.

What MPG does the 2006 BMW M6 get?

The EPA rates the 2006 BMW M6 at 13 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (1 version rated).

Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Nov 10, 2026