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2014 BMW M6 reliability

Is it reliable?

NHTSA's file on the 2014 BMW M6 holds 5 complaints after 13 years, a rate of 0 per year. That is the most complaints per year among the 8 M6 years on this site. NHTSA has 1 recall on file, including Brake lights.

2012 BMW M6
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Complaints

5

Per year

0

Recalls

1

Years on the road

13

What owners report

The complaints owners file most often name Electrical system (2 of 5), then Engine (2) and Exterior lighting (2).

Next to 2013 and 2015

The 2013 M6 has 2 complaints, 0 per year, and the 2015 has 0 complaints, 0 per year. The 2014 has more complaints per year than the 2013. The 2014 has more complaints per year than the 2015.

The complaint rate is complaints filed in this year’s first 3 years on the road, divided by however many of those years have passed. Recalls are a separate count. The numbers are for the US-market 2014 BMW M6. How we count. Data as of .

Recalls (1)

Recall exterior lighting, brake lights 2020-02-19 · NHTSA campaign 20V094000
Summary BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2014-2019 M6 Gran Coupe vehicles. The third brake light may become loose, possibly allowing the light to detach from the vehicle.
Remedy BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the third brake light and properly secure it with new fasteners. If the third brake light detached from the vehicle and is damaged, it will be replaced. All repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began April 17, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Complaints by component (5 total)

Electrical system
2
Engine
2
Exterior lighting
2
Powertrain
2
Fuel and propulsion system
1
Structure
1
Crash-flagged

0

Fire-flagged

0

Injury reports

0

Death reports

0

Complaints filed per year

1201612019120201202212023
Excerpts from recent NHTSA complaint filings
  • "3rd break lights start loosen by the nuts inside the break lights. The third brake light may become loose, possibly allowing the light to detach from the vehicle. Trying to contact BMW of North American and they said…"
    Exterior lighting · filed 2023-07-21
  • "1.I found the same issues the same as the NHTSA posted the recall number 20V094000 for my car. The 3rd brake lights starting lose and I bring my car to BMW dealership and they told me my car is not flag on it. The same…"
    Exterior lighting · filed 2022-10-19
  • "PURCHASED VEHICLE WITH CLEAN CARFAX BUT WITHIN 1 WEEK IT WAS THROWING CODES OF DRIVETRAIN MALFUNCTION TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER WHO REFUSED TO SERVICE PROVIDING INTEL THAT IT UNDERWENT A 152 POINT INSPECTION BEFORE SALE…"
    Powertrain, Electrical system, Engine · filed 2020-11-09
  • "TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 BMW M6. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE CONVERTIBLE TOP, REAR WINDOW, AND TRUNK STOPPED WORKING PROPERLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO PASSPORT BMW (4730 AUTH PL, SUITLAND-SILVER HILL, MD 20746,…"
    Electrical system, Structure · filed 2019-08-13
  • "WHILE DRIVING ON A MULTI-LANE DIVIDED EXPRESSWAY AT 65MPH SUDDENLY THE ENGINE STALLED AND SHUT DOWN WHICH FORCED A VERY UNSAFE DRIVING CONDITION. OTHER CARS DID NOT HAVE AMPLE TIME TO SLOW DOWN AND REACT NOR DID I.…"
    Powertrain, Engine, Fuel and propulsion system · filed 2016-02-09

NHTSA crash ratings

Version Overall Front Side Rollover
2014 BMW M6 2 DR RWD Not rated Not rated Not rated Not rated
2014 BMW M6 4 DR RWD Not rated Not rated Not rated Not rated
2014 BMW M6 C RWD Not rated Not rated Not rated Not rated

Stars are how this vehicle did in NHTSA crash tests. They are a safety result, separate from the complaint record. Not rated means that test was not run for this version.

Fuel economy

Trim Engine Transmission Drive City Hwy Combined Annual fuel cost
M6 convertible 4.4L, 8-cyl Automatic (AM-S7) Rear-wheel drive 14 20 16 MPG $5000
M6 convertible 4.4L, 8-cyl Manual 6-speed Rear-wheel drive 15 22 17 MPG $4700
M6 Coupe 4.4L, 8-cyl Automatic (AM-S7) Rear-wheel drive 14 20 16 MPG $5000
M6 Coupe 4.4L, 8-cyl Manual 6-speed Rear-wheel drive 15 22 17 MPG $4700
M6 Gran Coupe 4.4L, 8-cyl Automatic (AM-S7) Rear-wheel drive 14 20 16 MPG $5000
M6 Gran Coupe 4.4L, 8-cyl Manual 6-speed Rear-wheel drive 15 22 17 MPG $4700

Specs and fitment

F06/F12/F13 generation, 2012–2019
Body styles Coupe, Convertible, Gran Coupe
Oil 0W-30 or 0W-40 (BMW LL; verify label) , 9 qt capacity
Tire size 265/40R19, 265/35R20, 295/35R19, 295/30R20

Known issues for this generation

Recall 20V-094 covers certain 2014-2019 BMW M6 Gran Coupe vehicles: the third brake light may become loose and detach. Dealers inspect and secure it with new fasteners, replacing the light if it has detached. Recall 16V-540 covers certain 2015 M6 Coupe and Convertible vehicles (with M5): dealers inspect and replace the driveshaft as necessary.

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 2014 BMW M6 reliable?

NHTSA's file on the 2014 BMW M6 holds 5 complaints after 13 years, a rate of 0 per year. That is the most complaints per year among the 8 M6 years on this site. NHTSA has 1 recall on file, including Brake lights.

What are common problems with a 2014 BMW M6?

The complaints owners file most often name Electrical system (2 of 5), then Engine (2) and Exterior lighting (2).

Is the 2014 BMW M6 more reliable than the years next to it?

The 2013 M6 has 2 complaints, 0 per year, and the 2015 has 0 complaints, 0 per year. The 2014 has more complaints per year than the 2013. The 2014 has more complaints per year than the 2015.

Has the 2014 BMW M6 been recalled?

The 2014 BMW M6 has 1 recall on file with NHTSA. See the recalls table on this page for dates, components, and remedies.

How many complaints have owners filed about the 2014 BMW M6?

Owners have filed 5 complaints about the 2014 BMW M6 with NHTSA.

What mpg does a 2014 BMW M6 get?

EPA-rated combined fuel economy for the 2014 BMW M6 is 16.5 MPG. See the fuel economy table on this page for city and highway figures by engine and transmission.

What engine oil does a US BMW M6 use?

0W-30 or 0W-40 (BMW LL; verify label) With filter, about 9 qt is commonly listed for this generation—confirm in the owner manual.

What tire sizes fit a US BMW M6?

Published US specs commonly list front 265/40R19, 265/35R20, 295/35R19, 295/30R20 and rear 265/40R19, 265/35R20, 295/35R19, 295/30R20; confirm on the door jamb placard for your trim.

What NHTSA recalls affect the US BMW M6?

Recall 20V-094 covers certain 2014-2019 BMW M6 Gran Coupe vehicles: the third brake light may become loose and detach. Dealers inspect and secure it with new fasteners, replacing the light if it has detached. Recall 16V-540 covers certain 2015 M6 Coupe and Convertible vehicles (with M5): dealers inspect and replace the driveshaft as necessary.