2016 BMW X1 SAV

1 recalls, 8 complaints - 279 TSBs

17V062000 Jan 26, 2017
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Defect Description
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.
Consequence
In the event of a crash, if the front passenger air bag does not deploy properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
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.
16,771 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: BMW of North America, LLC

Complaint Statistics

8 total complaints 2 crashes 2 fires 2 injuries

Top Reported Components

ComponentComplaints
AIR BAGS1
SEAT BELTS1
ENGINE1
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM1
POWER TRAIN1
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL1
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM1
SEATS1
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Apr 23, 2019
Incident date: Jun 15, 2017
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 TR... Read more
Fire
SEATS Apr 23, 2019
Incident date: Jun 15, 2017
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 TR... Read more
Fire
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL Nov 7, 2018
Incident date: Oct 23, 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 H... Read more
ENGINE Nov 18, 2017
Incident date: Nov 17, 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.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Nov 18, 2017
Incident date: Nov 17, 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.
POWER TRAIN Nov 18, 2017
Incident date: Nov 17, 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 Oct 30, 2017
Incident date: Oct 28, 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 D... Read more
Crash 1 injured
SEAT BELTS Oct 30, 2017
Incident date: Oct 28, 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 D... Read more
Crash 1 injured

Technical Service Bulletins, 2016 BMW X1 SAV

279 manufacturer communications from 140 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM41
350000 EQUIPMENT39
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING19
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY16
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE12
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL12
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER10
060000 ENGINE (PWS)9
B640416 Jan 19, 2024
160000 STRUCTURE
Customer complains of a musty odor or damp front footwell carpet.
B611305 Jan 11, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The electrical system of BMW vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few years. This has led to increased demands being placed on the battery. This document covers important information for the dealer on ho
B651523 May 1, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
After programming the head unit (HU-H2), activating the FSC (German word Freischaltcode) Enabling Codes repeatedly fails.
B514616 May 1, 2023
162500 STRUCTURE:BODY:TAILGATE
Upon opening and closing the tailgate, a creaking/groaning sound can be heard from tailgate actuator.
B840822 Mar 1, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
The 3G network in the US has been shut down. This means that only the 4G network will be available. In the 4G network, voice calls will be transferred via the Voice over LTE (VoLTE) function. For this purpose, the SIM card must perform an I
B840822 Mar 1, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The 3G network in the US has been shut down. This means that only the 4G network will be available. In the 4G network, voice calls will be transferred via the Voice over LTE (VoLTE) function. For this purpose, the SIM card must perform an I
B610323 Mar 1, 2023
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
The buttons on the gear selector switch (GWS) do not work, or the function indicator lighting has failed.
B610323 Mar 1, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The buttons on the gear selector switch (GWS) do not work, or the function indicator lighting has failed.
B510323 Mar 1, 2023
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
While driving on rough roads, a knocking sound can be heard coming from top of the instrument panel (aka dashboard) in the bulkhead area.
B220322 Nov 1, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
During load reversal or taking off from a stop, there is a creaking or droning noise heard from the lower engine area.
B220222 Nov 1, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
During a vehicle inspection and/or while addressing a customer's concern, the engine stabilizer bar/link appears to be worn.
SIB330122 May 1, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
The following complaints may be noticed while slow maneuvering with a steering input of 80-100% (at or near full lock, e.g., parking lot maneuvers) or accelerating with a medium to large steering angle: Humming or creaking noises from the r
SIB330122 May 1, 2022
010000 STEERING
The following complaints may be noticed while slow maneuvering with a steering input of 80-100% (at or near full lock, e.g., parking lot maneuvers) or accelerating with a medium to large steering angle: Humming or creaking noises from the r
SIB640222 May 1, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Mist formation on the windshield inside surface may occur at departure or after MSA (automaticstart/stop). Acoustic abnormality in the area of the recirculated air flap (recirculation flap closing and opening severaltimes). The above may oc
B611721 Apr 1, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The Check Control message "Door open" appears in the instrument cluster (Kombi) even though all vehicle doors are closed and locked. The locking operation of the doors is not affected.
B640416 Feb 1, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
Customer complains of musty odor or damp front footwell carpet.
B611721 Dec 1, 2021
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
Any or all of the following CCM ID code 14/15/16/17 "door open" appear in the instrument cluster when the door is properly closed and locked. The locking operation of the door is not affected by the incorrect display.
B611721 Dec 1, 2021
171100 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
Any or all of the following CCM ID code 14/15/16/17 "door open" appear in the instrument cluster when the door is properly closed and locked. The locking operation of the door is not affected by the incorrect display.
B640621 Sep 1, 2021
061400 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL
Different air temperatures are felt from left to right out of the front fresh air grilles (air vents).
B640621 Jul 1, 2021
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Different air temperatures are felt from left to right out of the front fresh air grilles (air vent). The following fault code is saved in the IHKA (integrated automatic heating/air conditioning system) control unit: 801189 - Engine mixed a
SIB 61 10 21 Jul 1, 2021
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
The contactless tailgate opening/closing function (Smart Opener) is inoperative.
B010419 Jun 1, 2021
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
For the eligible vehicles that are not covered under the State of California PZEV (SULEV) emission regulation, BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) is extending the limited warranty for the vehicles fuel tank vent (purge) valve
B010419 Jun 1, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
For the eligible vehicles that are not covered under the State of California PZEV (SULEV) emission regulation, BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) is extending the limited warranty for the vehicles fuel tank vent (purge) valve
B650821 Jun 1, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Customer states the Central Information Display is flickering and the picture is shifting.
B650821 Jun 1, 2021
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Customer states the Central Information Display is flickering and the picture is shifting.
B650821 Jun 1, 2021
163100 STRUCTURE:INTERIOR PANELS:DASHBOARD
Customer states the Central Information Display is flickering and the picture is shifting.
B840121 May 1, 2021
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
TELEMATICS UNIT DEACTIVATION DUE TO 3G CELLULAR TECHNOLOGY DISCONTINUATION: The discontinuation of 3G cellular communication for Combox, TCB 3G and ATM 3G (Telematics ControlModule) can no longer be supported by the cellular network provide
B510421 Feb 1, 2021
130000 VISIBILITY
DOOR PAINT STREAKS: Streaks are found running mostly vertically down along the door outer skin from the lower window trim. This can affect any of the 4 side doors.
B612315 Nov 1, 2020
136000 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
Low Washer Fluid Warning Light is illuminated when the Washer Fluid Tank is Full: Low Washer Fluid Warning Light is illuminated when the Washer Fluid Tank is Full.There are no faults stored in the system for the washer fluid level switch.
B612315 Nov 1, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Low Washer Fluid Warning Light is illuminated when the Washer Fluid Tank is Full: Low Washer Fluid Warning Light is illuminated when the Washer Fluid Tank is Full.There are no faults stored in the system for the washer fluid level switch.
B640416 Nov 1, 2020
160000 STRUCTURE
Water Ingress In Footwell Area From A/C Condensate Drain: Water Ingress In Footwell Area From A/C Condensate Drain. Customer complains of musty odor or damp front footwell carpet.
B640416 Nov 1, 2020
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Water Ingress In Footwell Area From A/C Condensate Drain: Water Ingress In Footwell Area From A/C Condensate Drain. Customer complains of musty odor or damp front footwell carpet.
B640420 Oct 1, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
BUZZING NOISE IS HEARD WHEN AIR CONDITIONING IS DEACTIVATED: A buzzing noise is heard when the air conditioning (A/C) is deactivated while the vehicle is in park or neutral. Prior to turning off the A/C, the system was functional and coolin
B640420 Oct 1, 2020
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
BUZZING NOISE IS HEARD WHEN AIR CONDITIONING IS DEACTIVATED: A buzzing noise is heard when the air conditioning (A/C) is deactivated while the vehicle is in park or neutral. Prior to turning off the A/C, the system was functional and coolin
B640420 Oct 1, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
BUZZING NOISE IS HEARD WHEN AIR CONDITIONING IS DEACTIVATED: A buzzing noise is heard when the air conditioning (A/C) is deactivated while the vehicle is in park or neutral. Prior to turning off the A/C, the system was functional and coolin
B640520 Oct 1, 2020
161000 STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
CONDENSATION FROM AIR CONDITIONING LEAKS INTO PASSENGER FOOTWELL: Condensation from the air conditioning systems evaporator drips, below the instrument panel, into the passenger's footwell. During assembly, the cover of the fresh air intake
B640520 Oct 1, 2020
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
CONDENSATION FROM AIR CONDITIONING LEAKS INTO PASSENGER FOOTWELL: Condensation from the air conditioning systems evaporator drips, below the instrument panel, into the passenger's footwell. During assembly, the cover of the fresh air intake
B640420 Oct 1, 2020
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
BUZZING NOISE IS HEARD WHEN AIR CONDITIONING IS DEACTIVATED: A buzzing noise is heard when the air conditioning (A/C) is deactivated while the vehicle is in park or neutral. Prior to turning off the A/C, the system was functional and coolin
B640520 Oct 1, 2020
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
CONDENSATION FROM AIR CONDITIONING LEAKS INTO PASSENGER FOOTWELL: Condensation from the air conditioning systems evaporator drips, below the instrument panel, into the passenger's footwell. During assembly, the cover of the fresh air intake
B340820 Sep 1, 2020
115000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BODY CONTROL MODULE/BCM
SERVICE ACTION - PROGRAM THE BODY DOMAIN CONTROL (BDC) UNIT: Aftermarket scan tools cannot read fault codes in the Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) unit via the On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) socket. The DSC data is not processed correctly in the
B340820 Aug 1, 2020
251000 ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL:AUTOMATIC (ASC)
DELIVERY STOP - OBD ACCESS IN DSC CONTROL UNIT: Aftermarket scan tools cannot read fault codes in the Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) unit via the On Board Diagnostic (OBD) socket. The DSC data is not processed correctly in the BDC and ther
B610620 Jul 1, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TAILGATE MALFUNCTION WHEN OPENING OR CLOSING: Customer may complaint of any the following scenarios: When operating the tailgate by using any of the tailgate buttons, the movement stops Tailgate opens when the remote control is within the
B160319 Jul 1, 2020
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
NOISES FROM THE FUEL TANK AT IDLE: All vehicles except the F48 (X1): While driving slowly with low RPM or while idling a faint knocking or fluttering noise can be heard from inside the fuel tank with a low fuel level (approximately less tha
B610620 Jul 1, 2020
162500 STRUCTURE:BODY:TAILGATE
TAILGATE MALFUNCTION WHEN OPENING OR CLOSING: Customer may complaint of any the following scenarios: When operating the tailgate by using any of the tailgate buttons, the movement stops Tailgate opens when the remote control is within the
B610620 Jul 1, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
TAILGATE MALFUNCTION WHEN OPENING OR CLOSING: Customer may complaint of any the following scenarios: When operating the tailgate by using any of the tailgate buttons, the movement stops Tailgate opens when the remote control is within the
B650709 Jul 1, 2020
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
NAVIGATION SYSTEM - REPORTING MISSING OR INCORRECT ROADMAP DATA: Do not replace parts and do not program the vehicle. Roads can change by up to 15% every year. To ensure the best navigation experience, we do everything in our power to creat
B010419 Jun 1, 2020
081100 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
F48 FUEL TANK VENT/PURGE VALVE LTD WARRANTY EXTENSION: This component-specific limited warranty extension applies to defects in materials or workmanship.
B122117 May 1, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
ROUGH RUNNING IMMEDIATELY AFTER A COLD START: Immediately after a cold start the engine may run roughly during the catalyst heating period. Depending on the severity of this situation the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) can be illuminated
B122117 May 1, 2020
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
ROUGH RUNNING IMMEDIATELY AFTER A COLD START: Immediately after a cold start the engine may run roughly during the catalyst heating period. Depending on the severity of this situation the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) can be illuminated
B610520 May 1, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
CCM DISPLAYED "INCREASED BATTERY DRAIN" CAUSED BY CONTROLLER: A yellow CCM (Check Control Message) ID 415 is displayed- "Increased battery drain! // Battery. Electrostatic discharge at standstill / start engine. Energy management" The resul
B130420 May 1, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
TANK VENTILATION AND MIXTURE CONTROL FAULTS STORED IN THE DME: The Engine Malfunction Warning is illuminated and one or more of the following faults are stored in the DME. All models: FC 191C02 - Fuel tank ventilation system 2nd discharge p
B513016 Apr 1, 2020
050000 PARKING BRAKE
TAILGATE UNINTENTIONALLY OPENS: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 4) replaces SI B51 30 16 dated March 2018. Trunk/tailgate may open when vehicle is locked Trunk/tailgate may open while the vehicle is in motion usually after stopp
B513016 Apr 1, 2020
140000 AIR BAGS
TAILGATE UNINTENTIONALLY OPENS: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 4) replaces SI B51 30 16 dated March 2018. Trunk/tailgate may open when vehicle is locked Trunk/tailgate may open while the vehicle is in motion usually after stopp
B610520 Apr 1, 2020
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
CCM DISPLAYED "INCREASED BATTERY DRAIN" CAUSED BY CONTROLLER: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 1) replaces SI B61 05 20 dated February 2020. Electrostatic discharge at standstill / start engine. Energy management" The results of
B610620 Apr 1, 2020
180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
TAILGATE MALFUNCTION WHEN OPENING OR CLOSING: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 1) replaces SI B61 06 20 dated February 2020. Customer may complaint of any the following scenarios: When operating the tailgate by using any of the t
B610920 Apr 1, 2020
010000 STEERING
CHECK CONTROL MESSAGES FOR BRAKE SUSPENSION AND AIR BAG SYSTEM MALFUNCTION: Multiple check control messages (CCM) can display for brake suspension and air bag system malfunction. The customer may also complain about any of the following: En
B610920 Apr 1, 2020
020000 SUSPENSION
CHECK CONTROL MESSAGES FOR BRAKE SUSPENSION AND AIR BAG SYSTEM MALFUNCTION: Multiple check control messages (CCM) can display for brake suspension and air bag system malfunction. The customer may also complain about any of the following: En
B610920 Apr 1, 2020
251000 ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL:AUTOMATIC (ASC)
CHECK CONTROL MESSAGES FOR BRAKE SUSPENSION AND AIR BAG SYSTEM MALFUNCTION: Multiple check control messages (CCM) can display for brake suspension and air bag system malfunction. The customer may also complain about any of the following: En
B610920 Apr 1, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
CHECK CONTROL MESSAGES FOR BRAKE SUSPENSION AND AIR BAG SYSTEM MALFUNCTION: Multiple check control messages (CCM) can display for brake suspension and air bag system malfunction. The customer may also complain about any of the following: En
B652214 Apr 1, 2020
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
AUTOMATED ACTIVATION OF NAVIGATION SYSTEM DURING PDI/QC1: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 2) replaces SI B65 22 14 dated October 2015. The INITIAL NAV enabling code no longer needs to be pre-ordered through the Parts department!
B120420 Feb 1, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
MIL LIGHT ILLUMINATED AT LOW AMBIENT TEMPERATURES. After engine start the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) and Check Control message (ID 29) "Engine fault! Power loss" are displayed in the instrument cluster. In addition The following fault
B120420 Feb 1, 2020
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
MIL LIGHT ILLUMINATED AT LOW AMBIENT TEMPERATURES. After engine start the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) and Check Control message (ID 29) "Engine fault! Power loss" are displayed in the instrument cluster. In addition The following fault
B610520 Feb 1, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
CCM DISPLAYED "INCREASED BATTERY DRAIN" CAUSED BY CONTROLLER. A yellow CCM (Check Control Message) ID 415 is displayed- "Increased battery drain! // Battery. Electrostatic discharge at standstill / start engine. Energy management" The resul
B610620 Feb 1, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TAILGATE MALFUNCTION WHEN OPENING OR CLOSING. Customer may complaint of any the following scenarios: When operating the tailgate by using any of the tailgate buttons the movement stops Tailgate opens when the remote control is within the pr
B610620 Feb 1, 2020
173100 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TAILGATE:LATCH
TAILGATE MALFUNCTION WHEN OPENING OR CLOSING. Customer may complaint of any the following scenarios: When operating the tailgate by using any of the tailgate buttons the movement stops Tailgate opens when the remote control is within the pr
B640416 Feb 1, 2020
062300 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS
Water Ingress In Footwell Area From A/C Condensate Drain: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 1) replaces SI B64 04 16 dated March 2016. The condensate drain hose is blocked by the heat shield The condensate drain hose is not attach
B720220 Feb 1, 2020
150000 SEAT BELTS
SAFETY BELT WARNING GONG SOUNDS AFTER UNBUCKLING WHILE VEHICLE IS STATIONARY. After a vehicle has been programmed to an I-level greater than 19-11-5xx and lower than I-level 20-03-530; the safety belt (aka seat belt) acoustic warning sounds
B011319 Jan 1, 2020
140000 AIR BAGS
SIDE PANEL REAR LIGHT HOUSINGS: LTD WTY EXT TO 10 YEARS WITHOUT MILEAGE LIMIT: The rear light housing(s) can loosen/detach at the mounting tabs this can cause a clacking sound in the rear of the vehicle while driving. The plastic mounting t
B111219 Jan 1, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP IS ILLUMINATED WITH A CRANKSHAFT ADAPTION FAULT: When diagnosing an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) and/or a different issue the following faults may also be stored in the Digital Motor Electronics (D
B130218 Jan 1, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
DME FAULT CODE 1B8004 ENVIRONMENTAL AIR CATALYST(EAC) SENSOR: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 1) replaces SI B13 02 18 dated April 2018. The Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) light is on and the following fault code is stored in
B130218 Jan 1, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
DME FAULT CODE 1B8004 ENVIRONMENTAL AIR CATALYST(EAC) SENSOR: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 1) replaces SI B13 02 18 dated April 2018. The Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) light is on and the following fault code is stored in
B320214 Jan 1, 2020
010000 STEERING
Power-assisted Steering Intermittently Not Available at Engine Start-up: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 1) replaces SI B32 02 14 dated November 2016. The power-assisted steering is unavailable at start up/drive readiness. No co
B320214 Jan 1, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Power-assisted Steering Intermittently Not Available at Engine Start-up: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 1) replaces SI B32 02 14 dated November 2016. The power-assisted steering is unavailable at start up/drive readiness. No co
B522219 Dec 1, 2019
220000 SEATS
NOISE DURING FORWARD / BACK SEAT ADJUSTMENT OVER THE ENTIRE LENGTH OF TRAVEL: A loud screeching noise can be heard from the front driver's or passenger's seat during forward/back seat adjustment.
B612315 Nov 1, 2019
136000 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
Low Washer Fluid Warning Light is illuminated when the Washer Fluid Tank is Full : The low washer fluid warning is illuminated even though the washer fluid reservoir is full. There are no faults stored in the system for the washer fluid lev
B612315 Nov 1, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Low Washer Fluid Warning Light is illuminated when the Washer Fluid Tank is Full : The low washer fluid warning is illuminated even though the washer fluid reservoir is full. There are no faults stored in the system for the washer fluid lev
B611819 Oct 1, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
VEHICLE WILL NOT UNLOCK USING THE REMOTE CONTROL KEY BUTTON. The vehicle cannot be unlocked using the remote control key button. However, comfort access operates normally at the front door handles and the tailgate.
B663219 Oct 1, 2019
010000 STEERING
LDW (LANE DEPARTURE WARNING): STEERING WHEEL VIBRATION NOT WORKING. LDW steering wheel vibration is not working. Software in the Body Domain Controller (BDC) control unit.
B663219 Oct 1, 2019
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
LDW (LANE DEPARTURE WARNING): STEERING WHEEL VIBRATION NOT WORKING. LDW steering wheel vibration is not working. Software in the Body Domain Controller (BDC) control unit.
B651419 Sep 1, 2019
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
HEAD UNIT NBT EVO (HU-H2) PROGRAMMING ABORT: The CID screen may light up blue. When this occurs A battery reset is not successful in restoring head unit operation Software error in the Bootloader file (BTLD) of the head unit.
B651419 Sep 1, 2019
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
HEAD UNIT NBT EVO (HU-H2) PROGRAMMING ABORT: The CID screen may light up blue. When this occurs A battery reset is not successful in restoring head unit operation Software error in the Bootloader file (BTLD) of the head unit.
B522219 Sep 1, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
NOISE DURING FORWARD/BACK SEAT ADJUSTMENT OVER THE ENTIRE LENGTH OF TRAVEL: A loud screeching noise can be heard from the front driver's or passenger's seat during forward/back seat adjustment.
B522219 Sep 1, 2019
220000 SEATS
NOISE DURING FORWARD/BACK SEAT ADJUSTMENT OVER THE ENTIRE LENGTH OF TRAVEL: A loud screeching noise can be heard from the front driver's or passenger's seat during forward/back seat adjustment.
B310514 Sep 1, 2019
020000 SUSPENSION
Front Suspension Ride Height Has Dropped: The front suspension ride height has dropped on one or both sides due to overload. This is caused by driving over obstacles (e.g. potholes) or an impact severe enough for the front spring strut damp
B522219 Sep 1, 2019
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
NOISE DURING FORWARD/BACK SEAT ADJUSTMENT OVER THE ENTIRE LENGTH OF TRAVEL: A loud screeching noise can be heard from the front driver's or passenger's seat during forward/back seat adjustment.
B651519 Aug 1, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
SECURITY IMPROVEMENTS FOR CONNECTEDDRIVE. Security patches for non-safety critical vulnerabilities in BMW head units Entry Nav Entry Media NBT and NBT EVO.
B512617 Aug 1, 2019
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
CREAKING NOISES WHEN DRIVING ON ROUGH ROAD This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 3) replaces SI B51 26 17 dated September 2017. Creaking (groaning) noises are heard from above the door. Excessive friction between the door seals and t
B512617 Aug 1, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
CREAKING NOISES WHEN DRIVING ON ROUGH ROAD This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 3) replaces SI B51 26 17 dated September 2017. Creaking (groaning) noises are heard from above the door. Excessive friction between the door seals and t
B513117 Jul 1, 2019
173100 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TAILGATE:LATCH
Tailgate latch is squeaking: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 3) replaces SI B51 31 17 dated September 2017. The tailgate latch is squeaking when opening or closing the tailgate. The latch has become contaminated with dirt.
B122319 Jul 1, 2019
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
DIAGNOSTIC HINT: CATALYTIC CONVERTER INSPECTION AFTER LOSS OF CRANKSHAFT SIGNAL. In certain situations when the crankshaft position signal is lost while driving the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) and an engine malfunction check control me
B122319 Jul 1, 2019
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
DIAGNOSTIC HINT: CATALYTIC CONVERTER INSPECTION AFTER LOSS OF CRANKSHAFT SIGNAL. In certain situations when the crankshaft position signal is lost while driving the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) and an engine malfunction check control me
B122319 Jul 1, 2019
063140 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR
DIAGNOSTIC HINT: CATALYTIC CONVERTER INSPECTION AFTER LOSS OF CRANKSHAFT SIGNAL. In certain situations when the crankshaft position signal is lost while driving the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) and an engine malfunction check control me
B651419 Jun 1, 2019
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
HEAD UNIT NBT EVO (HU-H2) PROGRAMMING ABORT. During programming several aborts can occur in the head unit NBT EVO (HU-H2).
B122119 Jun 1, 2019
116100 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH
HIGH ENGINE SPEED IMMEDIATELY AFTER STARTING. In rare circumstances after the engine is started with the Start-Stop button the engine speed may immediately increase to a high constant RPM (approximately 3000 rpm).
B110119 Jun 1, 2019
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
ENGINE VIBRATIONS OR NOISE This Service Information bulletin replaces SI B11 01 19 dated February 2019.
B110119 Jun 1, 2019
061110 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS
ENGINE VIBRATIONS OR NOISE This Service Information bulletin replaces SI B11 01 19 dated February 2019.
B612315 Apr 1, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
The Low Washer Fluid Warning Light is illuminated when the Washer Fluid Tank is Full This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B61 23 15 dated April 2016.
B612315 Apr 1, 2019
136000 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
The Low Washer Fluid Warning Light is illuminated when the Washer Fluid Tank is Full This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B61 23 15 dated April 2016.
B612315 Apr 1, 2019
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
The Low Washer Fluid Warning Light is illuminated when the Washer Fluid Tank is Full This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B61 23 15 dated April 2016.
B612315 Apr 1, 2019
136000 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
The Low Washer Fluid Warning Light is illuminated when the Washer Fluid Tank is Full This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B61 23 15 dated April 2016.

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BMW X1 SAV - All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the BMW X1 SAV across all model years (2013, 2017).

12 Total Recalls
221 Total Complaints
0 Investigations
17 Reported Crashes
10 Reported Fires
0 Reported Deaths

BMW X1 SAV - Year by Year

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