- The problem
- Bmw is recalling certain model year 2004-2010 5-series, model year 2004-2010 6-series, model year 2006-2010 m5, and model year 2007-2010 m6 vehicles. The insulated bulkhead connector for the positive battery cable may have been incorrectly attached to the trunk floor panel, which can lead to a loosening of the bolt connection. As it loosens, an increase in electrical resistance at this cable connection is possible and could cause the cable connection to overheat.
- The risk
- Overheating could lead to a fire, even while the vehicle is not in use. As a precaution, owners are advised to park outside until the remedy has been made.
- The fix
- Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and secure the battery bolt cable connection as necessary, free of charge. The safety recall began on april 30, 2012. Owners may contact bmw customer relations and services at 1-800-525-7417.
Vehicle safety record
2008 BMW M6 Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 2008 BMW M6 have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in March 2012 for the cables.
NHTSA data checked
CAbout as many problems as a typical M6 year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
2008 BMW M6 recalls 1
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
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No complaints about the 2008 BMW M6 yet
No owner has filed a complaint about this vehicle with NHTSA. If yours has a problem, share it here and report it to NHTSA.
BMW M6: every year compared
All M6 years2008 BMW M6 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 BMW M6 | 0 | 1 | C | |
| 2008 BMW 3 Series | 691 | 3 | F | Compare |
| 2008 BMW 5 Series | 432 | 4 | F | Compare |
| 2008 BMW 7 Series | 94 | 1 | C | Compare |
| 2008 BMW 128I/135I | 87 | 0 | C | Compare |
| 2008 BMW 6 Series | 12 | 2 | C | Compare |
| 2008 BMW F 800 ST | 10 | 2 | F | Compare |
| 2008 BMW F 800 GS | 1 | 3 | C | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 2008 BMW M6
Does the 2008 BMW M6 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2008 BMW M6: cables (March 2012). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
How many complaints has the 2008 BMW M6 had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 2008 BMW M6 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 50 out of 100 (grade C: about as many problems as a typical BMW M6 year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
What should I do if my 2008 BMW M6 has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data