BMW F16 X6
2015–2019 · X6 (F16) · N55, N63 V8
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Models and engines by year
US-market models. Chassis codes: F16. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 9 | 0 |
| 2015 | 21 | 0 |
| 2016 | 37 | 0 |
| 2017 | 17 | 2 |
| 2018 | 29 | 3 |
| 2019 | 14 | 2 |
| 2020 | 13 | 0 |
| 2021 | 5 | 0 |
| 2022 | 11 | 0 |
| 2023 | 8 | 0 |
| 2024 | 6 | 0 |
| 2025 | 5 | 0 |
| 2026 | 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.
Repair prices for the F16
These repairs apply to engines used in the F16. We don't have a F16-specific estimate for them yet. Each job page shows sourced owner prices from other chassis with the same engine, and you can ask us to price the job for your car.
N55 oil filter housing gasket (OFHG)
No estimate for the F16 yet · see prices on other chassisN55 valve cover / valve cover gasket (PCV)
No estimate for the F16 yet · see prices on other chassisN52 / N54 / N55 electric water pump + thermostat
No estimate for the F16 yet · see prices on other chassisN55 oil pan gasket
No estimate for the F16 yet · see prices on other chassisVANOS solenoids (intake / exhaust)
No estimate for the F16 yet · see prices on other chassisN55 ignition coils (all six)
No estimate for the F16 yet · see prices on other chassisN55 charge pipe (intercooler to throttle) replacement
No estimate for the F16 yet · see prices on other chassisN63 valve stem seals (oil burning / blue smoke)
No estimate for the F16 yet · see prices on other chassisN63 turbo coolant lines (coolant leak in the hot V)
No estimate for the F16 yet · see prices on other chassisN63 valve cover gaskets (both banks)
No estimate for the F16 yet · see prices on other chassisNHTSA safety recalls 7
- Recall 19V823: child seat X6, X6 M, 2015–2019. BMW of North America, LLC. (BMW) is recalling certain 2015-2019 X6 sDrive35i, X6 xDrive35i, X6 xDrive50i, and X6M vehicles equipped with rear seat lower anchor bars used in securing child restraint seats.
- Recall 19V684: camera 330I, 530E, 530I, 540D, 540I, 640I, 740LE, 740LI, 745LE, 750LI, 840I, M340I, M5, M550I, M850I, X3, X4, X5, X6, X7, Z4, 2018–2020. The back-up camera and display settings can be adjusted such that the rear view image is no longer visible and the system will retain that setting the next time the vehicle is placed in reverse.
- Recall 18V680: rear X6, X6 M, 2019. The rear upper control arm pivot bolts may have been improperly hardened, possibly causing the rear upper control arms to break.
- Recall 18V614: lugs/nuts/bolts/studs X6, X6 M, 2018–2019. The wheel bolts on these vehicles may not have been properly tightened.
- Recall 18V439: lower arm X5, X6, 2018. The pivot bolt on the front lower-left control arm may not have been properly hardened, which may cause the control arm to break.
- Recall 17V727: suspension X5, X5 M, X6, X6 M, 2018. Bolts that secure the front suspension may not have been properly tightened.
- Recall 17V327: labels X5, X6, 2017. BMW North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2017 BMW X5 M and BMW X6 M 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 180
- SIB 01 01 21 Thermostat warranty extension Thermostat warranty extension on BMW G05/G06/G07/G11 and other models (2016–2022); BMW extended the warranty on this part for eligible cars. Warranty extension · Nov 2024
- SIB 01 01 22 Oil consumption class-action settlement Oil consumption class-action settlement on BMW E60/F01/F02/F06 and other models (2009–2019); covers eligible repairs and reimbursement under the court settlement. Service bulletin · Jan 2026
- SIB 01 13 21 Electric water pump class-action settlement Electric water pump class-action settlement on N54/N55 engines (2007–2019); covers eligible repairs and reimbursement under the court settlement. Service bulletin · May 2021
- SIB 11 01 13 N63 and N63T engine N63 and N63T engine on M57/N20/N52/N54/N55/N57/N62/N63/N74/S63 engines (2007–2018); BMW explains the cause and the approved repair. Service bulletin · Oct 2018
- SIB 11 01 17 N63T and S63T engine N63T and S63T engine on N63 engines (2012–2017); the fix is replacing the affected part. Service bulletin · Nov 2017
- NHTSA 10216792 Tec25 Wishbone Return Tec25 Wishbone Return on BMW G11/G12/E60/E89 and other models (2016); BMW explains the cause and the approved repair. Service bulletin · Mar 2016
- SIB 65 01 22 Air bags warranty extension Air bags warranty extension on BMW G01/G02/F26/F97 and other models (2006–2023); BMW extended the warranty on this part for eligible cars. Warranty extension · Jan 2025
- SIB 65 02 22 Air bags warranty extension Air bags warranty extension on BMW G05/G06/G07/F16 and other models (2006–2023); BMW extended the warranty on this part for eligible cars. Warranty extension · Jan 2025
- SIB 61 01 20 Electrical system service information Electrical system service information on BMW G05/G06/G07/G11 and other models (2006–2023); BMW explains the cause and the approved repair. Service bulletin · Feb 2023
- SIB 66 24 19 Steering service information Steering service information on BMW G01/G02/G05/G06 and other models (2006–2023); BMW explains the cause and the approved repair. Service bulletin · Sep 2022
BMW service bulletins and warranty extensions filed with NHTSA that list the F16. Showing the 10 most relevant; see the F16 common problems page for the most frequent bulletin topics.
F16 specs
BMW's US figures we have on file run from 300 hp (X6 sDrive35i / xDrive35i) to 445 hp (X6 xDrive50i), with 0-60 mph as quick as 4.6 s.
No manual gearbox appears in the EPA listings for this chassis. Full F16 specs: every US engine, transmission and drive by year →
Common problems & maintenance
F16 buyer's guide → F16 paint and option codes F16 coding list F16 common problems → F16 maintenance schedule →
Before you pay, check the VIN for recalls. Some failures are covered by a safety recall or a BMW warranty extension.