2016 BMW X1 SAV recalls and problems

The 2016 BMW X1 SAV has 1 safety recall and 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any BMW dealer.

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Recalls may cover only some 2016 BMW X1 SAV vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2016 BMW X1 SAV recalls

Recall 17V-062: Air Bags

Reported Jan 26, 2017 · 16,771 vehicles affected · BMW of North America, LLC

Problem: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2016-2017 X1 xDrive28i and X1 sDrive28i vehicles. The affected vehicles have an instrument panel that may not allow the front passenger air bag to deploy properly in the event of a crash.

Risk: In the event of a crash, if the front passenger air bag does not deploy properly, it can increase the risk of injury.

Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the instrument panel, free of charge. The recall began May 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

2016 BMW X1 SAV problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Air Bags	1
Seat Belts	1
Engine	1
Fuel/Propulsion System	1
Power Train	1
Vehicle Speed Control	1
Electrical System	1
Seats	1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 20,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2016 BMW X1 SAV complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Electrical System · at 24,000 miles · reported Apr 23, 2019

When I extend the passenger seat all the way to the back, the fuse blows up. There are sparks under the seat. After that all the buttons towards passenger seat are not responsive. I took it to the dealer same day and they fixed it on the same day by replacing the fuse. As soon as I got the car, I tried extending the seat and fuse blows up again. The dealer took it for 2 weeks, checks it and just returns it saying the faulty wire has been trimmed and advised me not to adjust the seat. They did not give me any permanent solution. When I contacted bmw customer service regarding this matter, I got…

Vehicle Speed Control · at 20,000 miles · reported Nov 7, 2018

Occasionally when the adaptive cruise control is active, the collision warning will light and the brakes automatically applied even though there is nothing in front of the car. This has occurred on a straight, flat road with no shadows, undulations, or cars anywhere in sight. This is a huge safety hazard since it has happened with cars traveling immediately behind me at a high rate of speed. Bmw techs cannot id the problem and say they have never heard of it. The problem is infrequent and highly unlikely to occur during a test drive. Met today with a bmw na technical service expert who…

Engine · at 12,000 miles · reported Nov 18, 2017

2016 bmw x1 xdrive 28i hesitates when accelerating from a stop at random times. The delay can take up to 1 second before the accelerator responds and the vehicle starts moving. This creates a dangerous situation when trying to merge with traffic.

Air Bags · reported Oct 30, 2017

On 10/28, my daughter was involved in a frontal offset head on collision with a chevy silverado. The impact occurred inside of a turning lane where the chevy was traveling approx. 15 MPH, and my daughter began accelerating out of the turn lane at 5-10mph when they collided. The silverado's airbags deployed, the bmws did not. No front airbags or knee airbags deployed. She hit her head on the steering wheel, while wearing her seatbelt, so this also begs the question, why the seatbelt pretensioners did not hold her back from the steering wheel. Bmw 's also come equipped with emergency flashers…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2016 BMW X1 SAV have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2016 BMW X1 SAV: 17V-062 (air bags). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2016 BMW X1 SAV?

Owners report air bags problems most often (1 reports), followed by seat belts (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 20,000 miles.

Are BMW recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized BMW dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.