BMW M6 Years to Avoid — Worst & Best Years to Buy
Every BMW M6 model year (2006–2018) ranked by recall count, complaint volume, deaths, and injuries. Data sourced directly from NHTSA.
BMW M6 Years to Avoid
0 recalls · 12 complaints
Top issue: SEATS
Problem score: 12
2 recalls · 3 complaints
Top issue: ENGINE
Problem score: 9
0 recalls · 3 complaints
Top issue: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Problem score: 3
Best BMW M6 Years to Buy
0 recalls · 1 complaint
Main area: STEERING
Problem score: 1
0 recalls · 1 complaint
Main area: STEERING
Problem score: 1
0 recalls · 2 complaints
Main area: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Problem score: 2
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BMW M6 — Year-by-Year Problem Report
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Problem Score | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 0 | 0 | — | — | 0 | Excellent |
| 2017 | 0 | 0 | — | — | 0 | Excellent |
| 2016 | 0 | 12 | — | — | 12 | Avoid |
| 2015 | 0 | 0 | — | — | 0 | Excellent |
| 2014 | 0 | 2 | — | — | 2 | Good |
| 2013 | 2 | 3 | — | — | 9 | Avoid |
| 2012 | 0 | 0 | — | — | 0 | Excellent |
| 2011 | 0 | 0 | — | — | 0 | Excellent |
| 2010 | 0 | 0 | — | — | 0 | Excellent |
| 2009 | 0 | 0 | — | — | 0 | Excellent |
| 2008 | 0 | 3 | — | — | 3 | Good |
| 2007 | 0 | 1 | — | — | 1 | Excellent |
| 2006 | 0 | 1 | — | — | 1 | Excellent |
All 13 model years shown. Deaths and injuries from NHTSA complaint filings. Higher problem scores indicate more reported safety issues.
BMW M6 Shopping Guide by Era
2018–Present
Best: 2018Recent M6 models benefit from updated safety systems and revised engineering. The 2018 stands out with just 0 problem points. Always request a pre-purchase inspection and VIN history report.
2013–2017
Best: 2017Mid-decade M6 units are entering high-mileage territory. Inspect carefully for powertrain wear and verify recall completion status. The 2017 shows the lowest problem count for this era.
Pre-2013
Proceed with CautionOlder M6 models have more accumulated wear and a larger recall history. These are higher-risk purchases without documented maintenance records and a clean VIN history report.
Frequently Asked Questions
What year M6 should I avoid?+
Avoid the 2016 BMW M6 if possible. It has 0 recalls, 12 owner complaints. The overall problem score is 12 — the highest in our dataset.
What is the best year M6 to buy?+
The 2006 BMW M6 is the lowest-risk year in our analysis, with a problem score of 1. It has only 0 recalls and 1 complaint on record with NHTSA.
Which M6 has the fewest problems?+
The 2006, 2007, 2014 model years have the fewest documented problems. Even for low-problem years, verifying a specific vehicle's history via its VIN is always recommended before purchase.
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