2022 BMW X6: common problems and reliability
· G06One of the better X6 years.
5 owner complaints, most about power train. 1 recall.
Should I buy a 2022 X6?The 2022 BMW X6 has 5 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 1 recall on record. The most-reported areas are power train and steering. Owners most often flag sloped roof reducing cargo space and rear utility.
Safety record for the 2022 model year
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2022 BMW X6 vehicles (US, public record).
The Year Score compares this year with other X6 years only. How we score it
Is 2022 a good year for the X6?
Across the 19 X6 model years we track, complaint volume runs from 1 (2023) to 64 (2012). With 5 complaints, the 2022 X6 sits below the model's median of 9.
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 2022 X6
visibility:sun/moon roof assembly
Campaign 22V267000BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022 4 Series Gran Coupe (430i, 430i xDrive, M440i xDrive); 2019-2022 X5 sDrive40i, X5 xDrive40i, X5 xDrive50i, X5 M50i, X5M; 2021-2022 X5 xdrive45e; 2020-2022 X6 sDrive40i, X6 xDrive40i, X6 xDrive50i, X6M and 2019-2023 X7 xDrive40i, X7 xDrive50i, X7 M50i, X7 xDrive60i, X7 M60i, X7M, Alpina XB7 vehicles. The roof function control unit may be programmed incorrectly, allowing the sunroof to close without the key fob present inside the vehicle. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 118, "Power-Operated Window Systems."
What owners report on the G06 X6
Owner sentiment on the G06 X6 is sharply divided and dominated by styling debate rather than mechanical complaint.
- RecurrentSloped roof reducing cargo space and rear utility
- RecurrentMissing or deleted factory options on 2022-2023 builds due to chip shortages
- RecurrentHigh consumable and maintenance costs relative to mainstream vehicles
- IsolatedCarPlay disconnects for a few seconds during calls and connects slowly
Resolved in one case by a vehicle software update.
- IsolatedKey fob failure requiring repeated dealer visits on a new 2026 X6
Owners suspect the immobilizer or CAS module rather than the keys themselves.
Owner insights for the G06 X6. Read the full G06 owner report.
Other X6 model years
Compare every X6 year side by side to see how 2022 ranks against the rest.
Compare the X6 against its rivals
Looking at a specific car?
We're building a full check by VIN: the exact trim and engine, its known problems and recalls, what to inspect, a fair price, and how it compares with its rivals. Get an email when it's ready.
One email when it launches. Unsubscribe any time. Privacy