BMW X1 SAV recalls and problems
7 recalls and 177 owner complaints for 5 model years. Pick your year for full details.
Recalls
7
Complaints
177
Crashes reported
12
Fires reported
5
Choose a model year
BMW X1 SAV by year
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 X1 SAV | 2 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2016 X1 SAV | 1 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 2015 X1 SAV | 2 | 42 | 4 | 1 | 3 | 0 |
| 2014 X1 SAV | 4 | 59 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 0 |
| 2013 X1 SAV | 3 | 64 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most reported BMW X1 SAV problems
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 100 | |
| Electrical System | 20 | |
| Unknown or Other | 17 | |
| Engine | 17 | |
| Structure | 14 | |
| Service Brakes | 12 | |
| Power Train | 8 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 6 | |
| Seat Belts | 5 | |
| Steering | 5 |
All BMW X1 SAV recalls
| Recall | Date | Years | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19V-016 | Jan 14, 2019 | 2015 | Air Bags | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2015 X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i, and X1 xDrive35i vehicles. |
| 17V-087 | Feb 9, 2017 | 2014 | Electrical System | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2014 X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i and X1 xDrive35i vehicles. |
| 17V-062 | Jan 26, 2017 | 2016–2017 | Air Bags | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2016-2017 X1 xDrive28i and X1 sDrive28i vehicles. |
| 16V-914 | Dec 20, 2016 | 2017 | Air Bags | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2017 BMW 640i, 640i xDrive, 650i, 650i xDrive, M6, 535i, 535i xDrive, 430i, 430i xDrive, 440i, 440i xDrive, M4, X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i, i3, i8… |
| 16V-071 | Feb 5, 2016 | 2013–2015 | 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… |
| 14V-627 | Oct 7, 2014 | 2013–2014 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | BMW of North America LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2014 BMW 328i xDrive Sports Wagon, 2012-2014 BMW 320i Sedan, 328i Sedan, 320i xDrive Sedan, 328i xDrive Sedan, 2012-2013 BMW 528i Sedan, 528i xDrive Sedan… |
| 13V-454 | Sep 26, 2013 | 2013–2014 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | BMW of North America LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 320i, 328i, 320i xDrive, and 328i xDrive sedans; model year 2014 328i xDrive Sports Wagons; model year 2012-2013 528i and 528i xDrive sedans, model… |
Frequently asked questions
What is the worst year for the BMW X1 SAV?
By owner complaints to NHTSA, the 2013 BMW X1 SAV has the most reports (64). Check the 2013 page for the problems owners describe.
How many recalls does the BMW X1 SAV have?
NHTSA lists 7 safety recalls covering BMW X1 SAV model years 2013–2017.
What are the most common BMW X1 SAV problems?
Owners report air bags, electrical system, unknown or other problems most often.