X6 (BMW) – Engine Control Module Software (2024)
Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2020 BMW X6
Brand
BMW
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2020
BMW of North America, LLC is recalling certain 2020 BMW X6 vehicles due to engine and engine cooling:engine:engine control module (ecu/ecm):software issues. A starter motor that overheats can ignite nearby combustible material in the engine compartment, increasing the risk of a fire..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
BMW of North America, LLC is recalling certain 2019-2020 X5, X7, 2020 3 Series Sedan, X6, 2020-2021 7 Series Sedan, 2020 8 Series Convertible, 8 Series Coupe, and 2020 8 Series Gran Coupe vehicles. Please see the recall report for the complete list of models. In the event the starter motor fails, repeated attempts to start the vehicle can cause the starter motor to overheat from an electrical overload.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
A starter motor that overheats can ignite nearby combustible material in the engine compartment, increasing the risk of a fire.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
Dealers will update the vehicle software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 27, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026