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2013 BMW M6 Recalls

2013 BMW M6 Recalls
Updated Jul 4, 2026·Ethan Miller2 Critical Recalls

Recall Summary

The 2013 BMW M6 has 2 recalls recorded by NHTSA.

2 High Risks Found — View Now

Total Recalls

2
2 High Risks

Source: NHTSA Campaign Data

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Recall Summary

What the recall count means for the 2013 BMW M6

The 2013 BMW M6 has 2 recall campaigns on record. Yes, buyers should pay close attention. The 2013 BMW M6 has 2 serious recalls touching safety-critical systems, so a VIN-specific remedy check should happen before you buy.

Which systems are affected?

The main systems named in recall filings for the 2013 BMW M6 include ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE, AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE.

What should buyers check before purchase?

Run a VIN recall lookup, confirm dealer remedy completion, and compare the recall themes against the maintenance and complaints reports before committing.

What is the most serious recall on the 2013 BMW M6?

BMW is recalling certain model year 2013 M5, M6 Coupe, and M6 Convertible vehicles, manufactured from July 19, 2012, through September 11, 2012. Due to a manufacturing process error, the tolerance between the engine oil pump's drive shaft and the pump's rotor was not within specification. As a result, the pump's driveshaft could separate from the rotor.

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Data and Methodology

MethodologyHow we score →

Scores are derived from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, normalized by vehicle segment averages.

FAQ

How many recalls does the 2013 BMW M6 have?

There are 2 recall campaigns for the 2013 BMW M6.

Recall rows are tied to NHTSA campaign-level source references.

Review recall campaigns

Are there safety critical recalls for the 2013 BMW M6?

There are 2 which have high risk. Prioritize campaigns affecting brakes, steering, airbags, fuel systems, or fire risk, then confirm remedy availability with VIN lookup.

Recall response workflow is provided next to the data table.

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Recall campaigns
2
Primary source
NHTSA recall filings and campaign references
Workflow
Count, campaign details, remedy status, and VIN verification

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In this guide

  1. 01Overview
  2. 02Action Plan
  3. 03Should Buyers Worry?
  4. 04NHTSA Recalls
  5. 05Data and Methodology

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Recalls for 2013 BMW M6 Buyer's Guide

2 total campaigns, 2 marked high risk

High Riskcritical
ID: 12V475000

Engine And Engine Cooling

Engine

BMW is recalling certain model year 2013 M5, M6 Coupe, and M6 Convertible vehicles, manufactured from July 19, 2012, through September 11, 2012. Due to a manufacturing process error, the tolerance between the engine oil pump's drive shaft and the pump's rotor was not within specification. As a result, the pump's driveshaft could separate from the rotor.

High Riskcritical
ID: 17V495000

Air Bags

FrontalDriver SideInflator Module

BMW of North America, LLC. (BMW) is recalling certain 2012-2013 BMW X3 xDrive28i, X3 xDrive35i, and M6 Convertible vehicles and 2013 M6 Coupe vehicles. The affected vehicles have a driver's frontal air bag inflator that may have been improperly welded.