BMW X6M Recall R/2023/236: On Affected Vehicles Due To An Incorrect Adjusted Torque Wrench The Screw Connection Of…, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Low
- How serious
- 2 May 2023
- Launched
- 1
- vehicles in the UK
- 0018940100
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
BMW recalled X6M vehicles built between 3 March 2023 and 3 March 2023. Due to an incorrect adjusted torque wrench the screw connection of the flange of the catalytic converter was fastened insufficiently. The dealer will rework the screw connection and install a new gasket. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
Due to an incorrect adjusted torque wrench the screw connection of the flange of the catalytic converter was fastened insufficiently.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: On affected vehicles due to an incorrect adjusted torque wrench the screw connection of the flange of the catalytic converter was fastened insufficiently. Defect: On affected vehicles due to an incorrect adjusted torque wrench the screw connection of the flange of the catalytic converter was fastened insufficiently. Remedy: Rework the screw connection and install a new gasket.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: on affected vehicles due to an incorrect adjusted torque wrench the screw connection of the flange of the catalytic converter was fastened insufficiently.
The Fix
The dealer will rework the screw connection and install a new gasket.
Are You Affected?
X6M built between 3 March 2023 and 3 March 2023 may be included. BMW estimates 1 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with BMW, because not every car in the date range may be included.
Which Car Is It?
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What To Do Now
- Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with BMW.
- Book with any franchised BMW dealer, quoting the campaign code 0018940100 or the DVSA reference R/2023/236. See how to get a BMW recall fixed.
- Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
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Source: DVSA recall R/2023/236, launched 2 May 2023. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.
Sources
- The Code does not itself say repairs are free. GOV.UK guidance says "You will not usually have to pay for any repairs or parts under a safety recall." gov.uk Checked 15 Oct 2026.