BMW E63 6 Series and M6
2006–2010 · 6 Series and M6 (E63/E64) · N62 V8, S85 V10
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Models and engines by year
| Model | US model years | Engine |
|---|---|---|
| 650i coupe and convertible | 2006–2010 | N62 V8 |
| M6 coupe and convertible | 2006–2010 | S85 V10 |
US-market models. Chassis codes: E63, E64. Not sure which one you have? The VIN check decodes year, model and engine.
Bulletins and recalls by year
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| Year | Service bulletins | NHTSA recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 3 | 0 |
| 2007 | 5 | 0 |
| 2008 | 11 | 0 |
| 2009 | 3 | 0 |
| 2010 | 4 | 1 |
| 2011 | 6 | 0 |
| 2012 | 8 | 1 |
| 2013 | 12 | 0 |
| 2014 | 12 | 0 |
| 2015 | 5 | 0 |
| 2016 | 5 | 0 |
| 2018 | 4 | 0 |
| 2020 | 2 | 0 |
| 2021 | 1 | 0 |
| 2023 | 1 | 0 |
| 2024 | 5 | 0 |
Counted by the year BMW filed each document with NHTSA; each chart has its own scale. More filings in a year doesn't by itself mean a less reliable car.
Production
| What | Units | Source |
|---|---|---|
| M6, total built 9,087 coupes and 5,065 convertibles | 14,152 | BMW M Registry |
| M6, North American spec | 3,887 coupes, 3,512 convertibles | BMW M Registry |
Figures are copied as each source publishes them (retrieved October 18, 2026). "Sold" figures are BMW's reported sales, not production counts. Where we add numbers up, they come from one source. We leave out anything that hasn't been published.
Repair prices for the E63
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NHTSA safety recalls 2
- Recall 12V126: cables 6 SERIES, M5, M6, 2006–2010. BMW IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2004-2010 5-SERIES, MODEL YEAR 2004-2010 6-SERIES, MODEL YEAR 2006-2010 M5, AND MODEL YEAR 2007-2010 M6 VEHICLES.
- Recall 10V446: vacuum 6 SERIES, 7 SERIES, 2006–2010. BMW IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2004-2010 5-SERIES, 6-SERIES, AND MODEL YEAR 2002-2008 7-SERIES VEHICLES.
Matched from NHTSA's public recall file by model and model year. A recall may cover only some cars from a year, and it may already have been done on yours. Check by VIN →
Service bulletins on file 87
- SIB 12 08 15 VANOS fault codes VANOS fault codes on BMW E60/E61/E63/E64 and other models (2006–2010); BMW explains the cause and the approved repair. Service bulletin · Jan 2015
- SIB 11 07 12 Exhaust rough running Exhaust rough running on BMW E53/E60/E61/E63 and other models (2006–2011); BMW explains the cause and the approved repair. Service bulletin · Nov 2012
- SIB 06 78 24 Plastic Fuel Tank Return Plastic Fuel Tank Return on BMW E60/E61/E63/E64 models (2010); BMW explains the cause and the approved repair. Other communication · Oct 2024
- SIB 16 15 14 Fuel tank leak Fuel tank leak on BMW E60/E90/E92/E93 and other models (2009–2015); BMW shared service information. Service bulletin · Jan 2016
- SIB 07 03 14 Electrical system fault codes Electrical system fault codes on BMW E46/E60/E61/E63 and other models (2006–2017); BMW gives diagnosis and repair guidance. Service bulletin · Nov 2016
- SIB 61 03 14 Battery warning message Battery warning message on BMW E60/E90/E92/E93 and other models (2006–2018); BMW gives an inspection and repair procedure. Service bulletin · Feb 2016
- SIB 11 07 11 Turbocharger noise Turbocharger noise on BMW E60/E61/E63/E64 and other models (2010); BMW explains the cause and the approved repair. Service bulletin · Mar 2015
- SIB 12 14 12 Rattle noise Rattle noise on BMW E60/E61/E63/E64 and other models (2007–2012); BMW explains the cause and the approved repair. Service bulletin · Oct 2014
- SIB 61 17 14 Battery reduced power Battery reduced power on BMW E46/E60/E61/E63 and other models (2006–2015); BMW gives an inspection and repair procedure. Service bulletin · Sep 2014
- SIB 11 03 08 Crankcase pressure diagnosis and information for all vehicles Crankcase pressure diagnosis and information for all vehicles on BMW E60/E61/E63/E64 and other models (2007–2013); BMW gives diagnosis and repair guidance. Service bulletin · Mar 2013
BMW service bulletins and warranty extensions filed with NHTSA that list the E63. Showing the 10 most relevant; see the E63 common problems page for the most frequent bulletin topics.
E63 specs
A manual gearbox was offered in model years 2006–2010 (EPA listings). Full E63 specs: every US engine, transmission and drive by year →
Common problems & maintenance
E63 buyer's guide → E63 paint and option codes E63 coding list E63 common problems → E63 maintenance schedule →
Before you pay, check the VIN for recalls. Some failures are covered by a safety recall or a BMW warranty extension.