2016 BMW M6: common problems and reliability
One of the weaker M6 years.
4 owner complaints, most about seats. 1 recall.
Should I buy a 2016 M6?The 2016 BMW M6 has 4 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 1 recall on record. The most-reported areas are seats and structure.
Safety record for the 2016 model year
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2016 BMW M6 vehicles (US, public record).
The Year Score compares this year with other M6 years only. How we score it
Is 2016 a good year for the M6?
Across the 8 M6 model years we track, complaint volume runs from 1 (2018) to 7 (2007). With 4 complaints, the 2016 M6 sits about the same as the model's median of 4.
These are raw NHTSA complaint totals, not adjusted for how many cars sold or how long each model year has been on the road. Older and higher-selling years accumulate more complaints.
Where owners report problems
Recalls affecting the 2016 M6
exterior lighting:brake lights
Campaign 20V094000BMW 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.
What owners say across generations
Sentiment is deeply polarized and highly conditional.
Owner insights cover all generations of the M6. See the full M6 owner picture and every model year.
Typical used price
Used M6 listings typically run $19,500–$28,997 across 2006 to 2019 model years.
Other M6 model years
Compare every M6 year side by side to see how 2016 ranks against the rest.
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