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NHTSA Recall 18V614000: Lugs/nuts/bolts/studs (wheels)

BMW of North America, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 33 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the BMW X6.

33
vehicles potentially affected
2
models affected
2018
owners notified (November 1)
NHTSA campaign18V614000
ComponentWHEELS › LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS
Report receivedSeptember 12, 2018
Owner notificationNovember 1, 2018
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018-2019 BMW X6 sDrive35i, X6 xDrive35i, X6 xDrive50i, and X6M vehicles. The wheel bolts on these vehicles may not have been properly tightened.

Safety risk

The improperly tightened wheel bolts may loosen and break, affecting vehicle handling and control and increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace and tighten all of the wheel bolts, free of charge. The recall began November 1, 2018. 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.

Vehicles covered by recall 18V614000

Make and modelModel years
BMW X62018, 2019
BMW X6 M2018, 2019

Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.