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Expensive BMW X6 repairs by problem area

Engine (56%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (0%)

Brakes and Traction Control (22%)

Suspension and Steering (11%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (11%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (0%)

Other (0%)

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BMW X6 repair cost distribution

$2500+ (25%)

$1000 - $2499 (75%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (0%)

< $100 (0%)

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Chart based on 8 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2012 BMW X6 4dr SUV

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

59000 mi

US $4500
[Parking brake] locked up. Damaged rear brakes and rotors New rear pads and rotors 
61000 mi

US $900
Leaking coolant reservoir tank 
96000 mi

US $1200
Diagnose and Replace spark plugs 
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. 

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2012 BMW X6 4dr SUV

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

29000 mi

US $1032
Both front control arms were bent and had to be replaced. 

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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. 
60000 mi

US $1100
Electric water pump replaced. The radiator fan would constantly comes on really loud. 

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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 
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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BMW X6 Expensive Problems

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