BMW 2021 BMW X6 Recall
Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2021 BMW X6
Brand
BMW
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2021
BMW of North America, LLC is recalling certain 2021 BMW X6 vehicles due to steering:column issues. A loose steering column shaft universal joint connection can affect vehicle handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2021 X5 sDrive40i, X5 xDrive40i, X5M, X5 xDrive45e, X6 sDrive40i, X6 xDrive40i, X7 xDrive40i, X7 M50i vehicles. The steering column shaft's universal joint connection may not have been tightened to specifications, and can become loose.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
A loose steering column shaft universal joint connection can affect vehicle handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, depending upon the inspection, either the bolt will be replaced and tightened to specifications, or the steering column shaft, universal joint, and bolt will be replaced and tightened to specifications, free of charge. The recall began March 30, 2021. 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