BMW 1 Series M recalls and problems
3 recalls and 6 owner complaints for 6 model years. Pick your year for full details.
Recalls
3
Complaints
6
Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
0
Choose a model year
BMW 1 Series M by year
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 1 Series M | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2012 1 Series M | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2011 1 Series M | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2010 1 Series M | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2009 1 Series M | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2008 1 Series M | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most reported BMW 1 Series M problems
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 5 | |
| Engine | 1 |
All BMW 1 Series M recalls
| Recall | Date | Years | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20V-017 | Jan 15, 2020 | 2008–2013 | Air Bags | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2008-2013 128i and 135i Convertibles, 128i, 135i, and M Coupes, 2007-2010 X3 30si and X3 xDrive30i, 2013-2015 X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i and X1 xDrive35i, 2007-2013… |
| 17V-067 | Feb 2, 2017 | 2011–2012 | Power Train | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2011-2012 135i Coupe, 1 Series M Coupe and 135i Convertible vehicles, 2011 Z4 sDrive 35i, 335i, 335d, 335i Coupe, 335is Coupe, 335i Convertible, 335is Convertible… |
| 16V-071 | Feb 5, 2016 | 2008–2013 | Air Bags | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2008-2013 128i and 135i coupes and convertibles and 1 Series M coupes, 2006-2011 325i, 325xi, 328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive, 330i, 330xi, 335i, 335xi, 335i… |
Frequently asked questions
What is the worst year for the BMW 1 Series M?
By owner complaints to NHTSA, the 2013 BMW 1 Series M has the most reports (3). Check the 2013 page for the problems owners describe.
How many recalls does the BMW 1 Series M have?
NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls covering BMW 1 Series M model years 2008–2013.
What are the most common BMW 1 Series M problems?
Owners report air bags, engine problems most often.