Model year guide

2017 BMW X6

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2017 BMW X6 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 7 on record.

2017 BMW X6 — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2017 BMW X6 at a glance

Safety recalls2
Owner complaints2
Typical price$34,109

Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.

2017 BMW X6 recalls 2

Child Seat NHTSA Campaign #19V823000 · 18/11/2019

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. The lower anchor bars may become damaged over time when used with an ISOFIX-type, rigid-style connector, child restraint system.

Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will weld a reinforcing bracket to the lower anchor bars and the vehicle body, free of charge. Owner notification began January 17, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Equipment:other:labels NHTSA Campaign #17V327000 · 18/05/2017

BMW North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2017 BMW X5 M and BMW X6 M vehicles. The vehicles are equipped with 21-inch tires, however the Tire Information Label states that the vehicles are equipped with 20-inch tires. As such, these vehicles fail to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."

Fix: BMW has notified the affected owners and is providing them with a corrected tire information placard, free of charge. The recall began June 15, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2017 BMW X6 common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Child Seat
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

What's a 2017 BMW X6 worth?

Low
$601
Typical price
$34,109
High
$46,995

From 7 comparable 2017 BMW X6 listings.

2017 BMW X6 trims & engines on record

Trims
xDrive35i · xDrive50i · sDrive35i
Engines
3.0L 6-cyl 300 hp · 4.4L 8-cyl 443 hp

2017 BMW X6 vehicles on record

Other BMW X6 model years

2017 BMW X6 — frequently asked questions

Does the 2017 BMW X6 have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2017 BMW X6. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What are the most common problems with the 2017 BMW X6?

Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are air bags, child seat.

How much is a 2017 BMW X6 worth?

Comparable 2017 BMW X6 listings run roughly $601–$46,995, typically around $34,109 (from 7 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.