BMW F96 X6 M
2020–present · X6 M (F96) · S63 V8
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Models and engines by year
| Model | US model years | Engine |
|---|---|---|
| X6 M / Competition | 2020–present | S63 V8 |
US-market models. Chassis codes: F96. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 16 | 3 |
| 2021 | 23 | 0 |
| 2022 | 20 | 0 |
| 2023 | 23 | 0 |
| 2024 | 13 | 0 |
| 2025 | 7 | 0 |
| 2026 | 2 | 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 F96
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NHTSA safety recalls 3
- Recall 20V678: front axle support X5, X6, X6 M, X7, 2020–2021. The weld between the front axle support and the right front control arm bearing bracket may separate.
- Recall 20V484: rear spoiler X6, X6 M, 2020. The rear spoiler may not be appropriately bonded to its mounting plate.
- Recall 20V434: n/a; vehicle assembly issue X5, X6 M, 2019–2020. The steering column shaft bearing plate may not have been properly attached to the vehicle, allowing it to loosen.
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 104
- SIB 16 04 20 Fuel tank check engine light Fuel tank check engine light on BMW G01/G05/G06/F90 and other models (2018–2021); BMW released a software update. Service bulletin · Dec 2020
- 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 65 20 23 Software service campaign Software service campaign on BMW G05/G06/G07/G11 and other models (2019–2024); BMW repairs affected cars free under a service campaign. Service campaign · Jun 2024
- SIB 06 35 25 Engine service information Engine service information on S63 engines (2020); BMW explains the cause and the approved repair. Other communication · Jun 2025
- SIB 17 01 22 Coolant warning message Coolant warning message on BMW G01/G02/G05/G06 and other models (2017–2024); BMW gives an inspection and repair procedure. Service bulletin · Jan 2024
- SIB 16 01 23 Fuel tank leak Fuel tank leak on BMW G01/G02/G05/G06 and other models (2016–2024); BMW gives diagnosis and repair guidance. Service bulletin · Jan 2024
- SIB 12 07 21 Starter check engine light Starter check engine light on BMW G05/G06/G07/G20 and other models (2017–2024); BMW gives an inspection and repair procedure. Service bulletin · Mar 2024
- 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 34 07 20 Automatic (asc) fault codes Automatic (asc) fault codes on BMW G05/G06/G07/G11 and other models (2019–2023); BMW gives an inspection and repair procedure. Service bulletin · May 2023
BMW service bulletins and warranty extensions filed with NHTSA that list the F96. Showing the 10 most relevant; see the F96 common problems page for the most frequent bulletin topics.
F96 specs
BMW's US figures we have on file run from 600 hp (X6 M) to 617 hp (X6 M Competition), with 0-60 mph as quick as 3.7 s.
No manual gearbox appears in the EPA listings for this chassis. Full F96 specs: every US engine, transmission and drive by year →
Common problems & maintenance
F96 buyer's guide → F96 paint and option codes F96 coding list F96 common problems → F96 maintenance schedule →
Before you pay, check the VIN for recalls. Some failures are covered by a safety recall or a BMW warranty extension.