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BMW X6 repairs by problem area

Engine (47%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (3%)

Brakes and Traction Control (8%)

Suspension and Steering (5%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (22%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (8%)

Other (7%)

Chart based on 60 repairs.
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BMW X6 engine repair cost distribution

$2500+ (4%)

$1000 - $2499 (12%)

$500 - $999 (15%)

$100 - $499 (0%)

< $100 (69%)

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Chart based on 26 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2014 BMW X6 4dr SUV

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

41540 mi The vehicle showed an error message while driving so the dealership replaced al spark plugs and performed some sort of injector Cleaning which I paid for approximately $180 or so. 

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2012 BMW X6 4dr SUV

turbocharged 555hp 4.4L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

52700 mi

C $2000
Under hard acceleration from about 80kph in 6th gear check engine light comes on and goes into half power protection mode. Was fixed a year prior thru coils. Dealer just changed hoses, & fuel pump and same problem occurs. 
61000 mi

US $900
Leaking coolant reservoir tank 
96000 mi

US $1200
Diagnose and Replace spark plugs 

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2012 BMW X6 4dr SUV

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

11000 mi Replaced all 8 fuel injectors 
42000 mi Problem with timing chain and injectors. 

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2011 BMW X6 4dr SUV

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

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 
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. 
52000 mi

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

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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. 
26200 mi Engine malfunction, yellow in color, light illuminated. 
27280 mi Engine malfunction light came on and engine went into safe running mode. To repair, dealer reprogrammed engine software 

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2010 BMW X6 4dr SUV

turbocharged 555hp 4.4L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

108327 mi

US $1150
Replacement of mechanical water pump Replacement of auxiliary electric water pump Coolant reservoir and cap replaced Coolant serviced Replacement of eight ignition coils OEM All spark plugs replaced Bosch 
134520 mi

US $618
Coolant leak from thermostat outlet hose. Replaced with OEM part. 
142729 mi

US $700
Crankcase ventilation leaks and oil burning. Fuel injectors clogging, resulting in reduced power errors. Replacement of all PCV breather hoses and fuel system treatment performed. 

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2010 BMW X6 4dr SUV

turbocharged 320hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

145000 mi

US $7500
Complete engine overhaul-cylinders, seals, polies, belts, injectors, exhaust manifold, replaced all O2 and other sensors, new electrical ignition cables. 

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2010 BMW X6 4dr SUV

turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

71000 mi

US $600
Replaced water pump and thermostat while they were doing the work. 

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2009 BMW X6 4dr SUV

turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

20000 mi fuel pressure low, fuel pump and new control program (software) 

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2008 BMW X6 4dr SUV

turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

17000 mi High pressure fuel pump replacment 
Engine Malfunction;;HP Fuel Pump Replaced 
18600 mi Engine Malfunction:SA reports Broken Actuator Rod, Turbo Replacement underway 

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BMW X6 Engine Problems

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