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2006 BMW 6

Everything Canada’s open data holds on this vehicle: what has been recalled, what it costs to run, and how efficient it is compared with everything else on the road.

Recalls

7

7 current

Combined

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Fuel, a year

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Not rated by NRCan

Recalls

Good news: Recall repairs cost you nothing. Book with any manufacturer dealer and quote the recall number — no time limit, however many owners the vehicle has had.

Airbag

Transport Canada recall 2013238

5 July 2013

Transport Canada lists: 3 2006–2007 · 5 2006–2007 · 6 2006–2007 · 7 2006–2007 · and 3 more

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the front passenger seat occupant detection mat can fatigue over time. As a result, the passenger airbag could deactivate, illuminating the airbag warning lamp and the passenger airbag ON/OFF lamp. Failure of the passenger airbag to deploy during a crash (where deployment is warranted) could increase the risk of personal injury to the seat occupant.

What the dealer will do

Vehicles will receive special extended warranty coverage of 10 years from first registration. Under this special coverage program, vehicles which experience this condition will have the occupant detection mat replaced.

15,294 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVSafety TC

Electrical

Transport Canada recall 2012109

23 March 2012

Transport Canada lists: 5 2004–2010 · 6 2004–2010

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the insulated bulkhead connector (used to join the two halves of the positive battery cable) may have been incorrectly installed during vehicle assembly. Over time, the bolt connection could loosen, which would increase electrical resistance. In addition, an incorrectly insulated bulkhead connector could allow humidity to accumulate at this location, causing current leakage. These issues could cause the cable connection to overheat, which could result in a vehicle fire causing property damage and/or personal injury.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will inspect and, as necessary, secure the insulated bulkhead connector. In addition, protective grease will be added to the area and the plastic battery positive terminal cover will be replaced.

16,748 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety Mfr

Brakes

Transport Canada recall 2010328

1 October 2010

Transport Canada lists: 5 2004–2010 · 6 2004–2010 · 7 2002–2008 · Phantom 2003–2010

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, a check valve in the brake vacuum pump may leak a small amount of lubricating oil. Over time, this could result in contamination of the brake booster. Loss of brake power assist could occur which, in conjunction with traffic, road conditions, and driver's reactions, could increase the risk of a crash causing property damage and/or personal injury.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the brake booster and master cylinder. Additionally, the brake vacuum line (including the check valve) will be replaced to eliminate the possibility of oil reaching the brake booster.

8,167 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety Mfr

Seats And Restraints

Transport Canada recall 2008307

26 August 2008

Transport Canada lists: 3 2006 · 5 2004–2006 · 6 2006 · 7 2005 · and 3 more

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the front passenger seat occupant detection mat can fatigue during field usage depending on the seat configuration, vehicle geometry, manner and frequency of front passenger entry/exit. Over time micro cracks could develop in the side flanks of the mat, which could lead to a break of the conductive path and the system will recognize a failure and with exception of head protection system the front passenger air bag will be deactivated. The airbag On/Off lamp will be illuminated to make the occupants aware of the deactivation.

What the dealer will do

The occupant detection mat will be granted a warranty extension of 10 years.

8,090 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety Mfr

Electrical

Transport Canada recall 2007334

16 October 2007

Transport Canada lists: 5 2006–2008 · 6 2006–2007 · X 5 2007

What is wrong

Certain 550I, 650I cabriolet, 650I coupe, and X5 vehicles equipped with a V8 engine, operated in conditions of below-freezing temperatures combined with low humidity, may suffer an electrostatic discharge at the fuel rails. If this were to occur, the engine's Electronic Control Unit (ECU) could be affected such that engine stalling could result. If the engine were to stall, this would result in a loss of power steering. Loss of power steering could lead to a condition in which vehicle handling and control were impaired.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will install two additional ground cable between the fuel rails and the ground connection of the ignition coils.

2,148 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety Mfr

Suspension

Transport Canada recall 2006134

7 June 2006

Transport Canada lists: 5 2006 · 6 2006 · 7 2006

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the rear shock lower bushings may not have been manufactured to specification (improper vulcanization of the bushing). Depending on vehicle operation and temperature conditions, this could lead to a loosening of the bushing within its housing. Over time, the bushing could continue to loosen and may eventually separate from its housing.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will replace the rear strut assemblies.

912 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety Mfr

Powertrain

Transport Canada recall 2005327

26 October 2005

Transport Canada lists: 5 2006 · 6 2006 · 7 2006

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the guide plate of the automatic transmission's parking lock pawl subsystem may fail. This could cause the parking lock pawl not to engage, after placing the transmission in the PARK position. If the vehicle was parked on an incline of sufficient grade, and the parking brake was not engaged, the vehicle could roll away.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will replace the guide plate.

32 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety Mfr

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Common questions

Does the 2006 BMW 6 have any recalls?
Transport Canada has 7 recalls on record for the 2006 BMW 6. Recall repairs are free at any manufacturer dealer.

Source: Transport Canada — Vehicle Recalls Database; NRCan — Fuel consumption ratings. Data current as of 30 July 2026. Running cost uses Ontario average prices (155 ¢/L, 14.5 ¢/kWh), which are hand-maintained estimates. 30,784 rated vehicles on file.