2011 BMW X6 BMW X6 2011

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2011 BMW X6 repairs by problem area

Engine (35%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (6%)

Brakes and Traction Control (9%)

Suspension and Steering (3%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (29%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (9%)

Other (9%)

Chart based on 34 repairs.
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2011 BMW X6 engine repair cost distribution

$2500+ (9%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (9%)

$100 - $499 (0%)

< $100 (82%)

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Chart based on 11 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2011 BMW X6 4dr SUV

turbocharged 400hp 4.4L V8 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD

52000 mi

US $600
Water pump for turbo charge failed, warning light on 
56000 mi

US $50
Dealership replaced engine at $22,000 (new) due to a part leaking oil in the bottom of the engine, whereas the part could not be replaced according to BMW. Warranty company paid for engine replacement. 
18000 mi check engine light came on. problem was with faulty gas cap. very minor repair 
46000 mi Fuel injectors and spark plugs replaced due to fouling 
63500 mi All fuel injectors and high pressure fuel rails replaced...AGAIN. Complained to BMW NA about a service history 18 pages long, in shop on average of every 7 weeks for 2013. Gave me a complimentary 3/36 extended warranty. 
63400 mi

US $50
Mass airflow sensor replaced. Warranty item. 
74000 mi Dealer replaced fuel rails and direct injectors Valve guide seals replaced 
108973 mi

US $387
Replaced turbo coolant lines 

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2011 BMW X6 4dr SUV

turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD

42000 mi

US $4700
DME (Digital Module Electronic), VVT motor. 
27280 mi Engine malfunction light came on and engine went into safe running mode. To repair, dealer reprogrammed engine software 
26200 mi Engine malfunction, yellow in color, light illuminated. 

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2011 BMW X6 Engine Problems

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