Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified
Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.
| At 120,000 mi | Oxygen Sensor (replace) |
Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2014 X6.
The 2014 BMW X6 is an SUV paired with an Automatic (S6) transmission, requiring 9.0 quarts of 0W-30, 0W-40, or 5W-30 engine oil and carrying EPA fuel-economy figures of 13/17/15 mpg. Within the model’s 2006–2021 run, this model year accumulated just 11 owner complaints, a figure that falls between the 2006 low of 1 and the 2009 high of 19, while logging four recalls and Air Bags as the top complaint area. That placement positions the 2014 X6 as a comparatively moderate year in the nameplate’s reliability history, giving researchers a useful midpoint when assessing long-term ownership patterns.
Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.
Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.
From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 49 · 900 CCA battery, OE oil filter 11428683168. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.
| Engine oil filter | 11428683168 alt 11428637821 |
| Engine air filter | 13717589641 alt 13717589642 |
| Spark plug | 12120037581 alt 12120037582 |
| Battery | 61217594976 |
| Front wiper blades | 61615A87C90 |
| Thermostat | 11538632664 alt 11537586885 |
| Cabin air filter | 64319194098 alt 64119248294 |
Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.
| Transmission | Automatic (S6) |
| Overall length | 192.5 in |
| Overall width | 78 in |
| Overall height | 66.9 in |
| Wheelbase | 115.4 in |
| Curb weight | 4784 lb |
| Track (front / rear) | 65 / 64.6 in |
| Weight distribution (front / rear) | 50/50 |
| EPA city / highway / combined | 13 / 17 / 15 mpg |
| Drivetrain | All-Wheel Drive |
| Recommended fuel | Premium Gasoline |
0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.
Independent road tests for the X6 of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.
| Year | Trim / engine | 0–60 | ¼ mile | HP | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | M 4.4L Twin-Turbo V8 | 4.00 sec | 12.50 sec | 555 hp | AWD |
| 2010 | M 4.4L Twin-Turbo V8 | 4.30 sec | 12.80 sec | 555 hp | AWD |
| 2010 | ActiveHybrid 4.4L Twin-Turbo V8 | 5.30 sec | 13.80 sec | 480 hp | AWD |
| 2009 | xDrive50i 4.4L Twin-Turbo V8 | 5.10 sec | 13.80 sec | 400 hp | AWD |
| 2009 | xDrive35i 3.0L Twin-Turbo I-6 | 6.20 sec | 14.70 sec | 300 hp | AWD |
| 2008 | xDrive35i 3.0L Twin-Turbo I-6 | 5.90 sec | 14.60 sec | 300 hp | AWD |
| 2008 | xDrive35i 3.0L Twin-Turbo I-6 | 5.90 sec | 14.50 sec | 300 hp | AWD |
Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.
This engine holds 9.0 qt of 0W-30 / 0W-40 / 5W-30 engine oil, DOT 4 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 103 ft-lbs, the oil drain plug to M12 Bolts: 18.0, M22 Bolts: 44.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-5-4-8-6-3-7-2. Note the cylinder-head bolts finish on a torque angle (torque-to-yield) — they stretch permanently and should be replaced, not reused, during any head service.
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | BMW part number 83222152426 |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity | 10.5-11.5 |
| Brake Fluid | DOT 4 |
| Differential Gear Oil Capacity | 1.1 Pints |
| Differential Gear Oil Capacity | 2.1 Pints |
| Engine Oil | 0W-30 · 0W-40 · 5W-30 · 5W-40 |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 9.0 qt |
| Engine Oil | 0W-30 · 0W-40 · 5W-30 · 5W-40 |
| Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug | M12 Bolts: 18.0, M22 Bolts: 44.0 ft-lbs |
| Lug Nuts | 103 ft-lbs |
| Transfer Case Fill Plug | 24.0 ft-lbs |
| Transfer Case Drain Plug | 24.0 ft-lbs |
| Front Wheel Hub | 310 ft-lbs |
| Rear Wheel Hub | 310 ft-lbs |
| Cylinder Firing Order | 1-5-3-6-2-4 |
| Cylinder Firing Order | 1-5-4-8-6-3-7-2 |
| Spark Plug Manufacturer | BMW |
| Refrigerant | R134a |
| Oil Group | PAG |
| Oil Type | 46 |
| Standard BCI Group Number | 49 |
| Standard BCI Cranking Performance | 900 cca |
| Optional BCI Group Number | 49 |
| Optional BCI Cranking Performance | 850 cca |
| Optional BCI Group Number | 49 |
| Pressure Test | 21.7 psi |
| Radiator Cap Pressure Relief | 17-22 psi |
| Pressure Test | 29 psi |
| Radiator Cap Pressure Relief | 28-32 psi |
| Engine Compression | 145-232 psi |
| Engine Compression | 203-261 psi |
| Minimum Pad Thickness | Front: 0.145; Rear: 0.145 pads |
| 1 | 15 ft. lbs., Step 2: 140 | 15 ft. lbs |
Prep Do not reuse old bolts
| 1 | 22.0 ft. lbs. | 22 ft. lbs |
| 2 | 90 degrees | 90 degrees |
| 3 | Bolts 1-10 90 degrees | 90 degrees |
| 4 | 45 degrees | 45 degrees |
| 1 | 22.0 ft. lbs. | 22 ft. lbs |
| 2 | 90 degrees | 90 degrees |
| 3 | 90 degrees | 90 degrees |
Prep Do not reuse old bolts
| 1 | 22.0 ft. lbs. | 22 ft. lbs |
| 2 | 90 degrees | 90 degrees |
| 3 | 90 degrees | 90 degrees |
| 1 | 15 ft. lbs., Step 2: 70 | 15 ft. lbs |
Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.
| At 120,000 mi | Oxygen Sensor (replace) |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
The 2014 BMW X6 sits at a notable inflection point in its generation’s federal record. Complaints for this model year (10 total, per internal data) are lower than the 2009–2010 peak (19 each) but higher than the 2015–2017 decline (9, 9, and 2, respectively), suggesting early second-generation teething issues were largely resolved by 2015. Recalls drop sharply from 12 in 2010 to just 1 in 2014, indicating improved build quality or fewer systemic defects, though the data doesn’t specify root causes. The top complaint areas—air bags (5) and power train (3)—mirror broader trends in the generation but lack the crash or fire incidents reported in other years. With no investigations opened in 2014 and a moderate TSB count (249), this year appears to be a relatively stable midpoint in the X6’s reliability arc. **Takeaway: The 2014 X6 is a reasonable used buy, provided air bag and transmission systems are verified as updated or defect-free.**
All 11 complaints on record, top 5 components.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.
No recall campaigns on record with NHTSA for this vehicle as of the last data refresh.
Showing 5 of 187 bulletins on record with NHTSA.
| Bulletin | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| B012016 | 2026-05-06 | Electrical System | The Footwell Module (FRM) limited warranty for defects in materials and / or workmanship… |
| B611026 | 2026-04-23 | Electrical System | While performing a 12-Volt battery jump start, disconnect, or replacement, Vehicle test… |
| B110614 | 2025-03-27 | Engine | This bulletin outlines the Customer Care Package program that has been designed… |
| B012016 | 2025-03-13 | Electrical System | The Footwell Module (FRM) limited warranty for defects in materials and / or workmanship… |
| B061125 | 2025-02-27 | Engine | Fan Housing With Fan Return |
The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.
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Cross-vehicle references for the kinds of data on this page.
9.0 qt of 0W-30, 0W-40, 5W-30, 5W-40 OIL MEETING BMW SPECIFICATION LL01, per the factory manual.
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.
EPA figures are 13 city / 17 highway / 15 combined mpg.