NHTSA vehicle safety data
2016 BMW M6 Recalls & Complaints
The 2016 BMW M6 has 1 NHTSA recall campaign and 4 owner complaints on file as of November 3, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized BMW dealer.
NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2016 BMW M6. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
2016 BMW M6 owner complaints
Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA about the 2016 BMW M6, describing incidents dated August 18, 2020 to October 14, 2024.
Most-cited components
- Seats 3 complaints
- Air Bags 2 complaints
- Electrical System 2 complaints
- Structure 2 complaints
- Engine 1 complaint
- Seat Belts 1 complaint
Of the 4 complaints on file, 1 reports a fire (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Newest complaints
ODI #11651661 · Filed
I purchased my BMW 2016 in October of 2024. The BMW had 109,000 when I purchased it. It now has 112,000, I drove it twice to Dallas, Texas and only occasionally on the weekends, but has been garage kept most of the time since I purchased it from Dodge Bluebonnet Motors, 547 S. Sequin Ave, New…
ODI #11618606 · Filed
My 2016 m6 bmw gran coupe, as if Sep. 27. 2024 I have passengers restrain and airbag malfunction , so many bmw owner's complain about this issue in the pass, it’s dangerous in case of an accident, please help with this issue god bleess
ODI #11615844 · Filed
Passenger side have no power and passenger restraint failed,
Third Brake Light May Loosen and Detach
NHTSA #20V094000 · Exterior Lighting — Brake Lights · NHTSA notice
Reported February 19, 2020 · BMW of North America, LLC
Potentially affected: 2,728 vehicles
Repair completion: 84.6% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Owners notified April 17, 2020
Defect description
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2014-2019 M6 Gran Coupe vehicles. The third brake light may become loose, possibly allowing the light to detach from the vehicle.
Safety consequence
If the third brake light detaches from the vehicle, it would no longer provide the required lighting to following traffic, or it may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the third brake light and properly secure it with new fasteners. If the third brake light detached from the vehicle and is damaged, it will be replaced. All repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began April 17, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Other BMW M6 model years
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