2023 BMW X1
5 recalls, 116 complaints - 74 TSBs - 4/5 safety rating
24V739000 Oct 2, 2024
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
Defect Description
BMW of North America, LLC. (BMW) is recalling certain 2023-2024 X1, X5, X6, X7, XM, 530i, i5, 740i, 760i, i7, and 750e vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models and model years. The integrated brake (IB) system may malfunction and result in a loss of power brake assist o... Read more
Consequence
A loss of power brake assist can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle. Additionally, malfunctioning ABS and/or DSC systems can cause a loss of vehicle control. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the integrated brake module, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters notifying owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed November 22, 2024. Second letters will be mailed once the parts are available. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-74... Read more
24V697000 Sep 18, 2024
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
Defect Description
BMW of North America (BMW) is recalling certain 2023-2024 X1, 2024-2025 X5, 2025 X6, 2023-2025 X7, 740i, 760i, 2024 XM, 530i, 540i, i7, 750e, X2, 2024-2025 i5, 2024 Rolls Royce Spectre, 2025 MINI Countryman S ALL4, JCW Countryman ALL4, and 2025 MINI Hardtop 2 Door (Cooper, Cooper S) vehicles. Pleas... Read more
Consequence
A loss of brake power assist or rear brake function can result in extended stopping distance. A loss of ABS or DSC can cause a loss of vehicle handling and control. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the integrated brake system, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 13, 2024. Owners can contact BMW Customer Service at 1-800-525-7417.
24V104000 Feb 12, 2024
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
Defect Description
BMW of North America, LLC. (BMW) is recalling certain 2023-2025 BMW, MINI, and Rolls-Royce vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models and model years. The integrated brake (IB) system may malfunction and result in a loss of power brake assist or cause the Antilock Brake (... Read more
Consequence
A loss of power brake assist can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle. Additionally, malfunctioning ABS and/or DSC systems can cause a loss of vehicle control. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the integrated brake system, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed between June and December 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Rolls Royce customer service at 1-877-877-3735.
23V260000 Apr 12, 2023
SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER
Defect Description
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2023 X1 xDrive28i, X1 M35i vehicles. On the second-row outboard seats, the seat belts may have been pinched by an interior trim panel during vehicle assembly.
Consequence
A pinched seat belt may not function properly, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and adjust the interior trim panel, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 9, 2023. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
23V079000 Feb 14, 2023
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Defect Description
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022-2023 iX xDrive40, iX xDrive50, iX M60 and 2022-2023 X1 xDrive28i vehicles. The front driver's air bag may have been manufactured incorrectly and may not deploy as intended during a crash.
Consequence
A driver's air bag that does not deploy as intended during a crash increases the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the driver's air bag, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 14, 2023. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Complaint Statistics
116 total complaints
4 crashes 1 fires 5 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| POWER TRAIN | 14 |
| ENGINE | 14 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 14 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 10 |
| SERVICE BRAKES | 9 |
| STEERING | 9 |
| AIR BAGS | 5 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 5 |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 4 |
| FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS | 4 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jun 9, 2026
Incident date: Nov 11, 2025
Repeated problems trying to turn off vehicle with a "Shift to Park" notification being displayed. It took numerous attempts each time of banging the shift lever and flicking the shift button for it finally properly turn off. Otherwise, it would continually alarm. While the milage is only 26500, it ... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Jun 9, 2026
Incident date: Nov 11, 2025
The contact owns a 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport. The contact stated that while attempting to make a left turn, the contact noticed another vehicle coming from the opposite direction. The contact depressed the brake pedal, but the vehicle failed to respond and crashed into a pole. The air bags de... Read more
Crash
1 injured
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
Jun 9, 2026
Incident date: Nov 11, 2025
Description of Safety Defect: The Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) / Forward Collision Avoidance system is severely malfunctioning. On multiple occasions, the vehicle has experienced "phantom braking"—abruptly slamming on the brakes for no reason whatsoever. There were no obstacles, pedestrians,... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
May 20, 2026
Incident date: May 17, 2026
am writing to report a potential safety and fire hazard issue involving my BMW X1, along with ongoing electrical concerns I have experienced with this vehicle since purchase. Approximately two weeks ago, for the first time in three years, I needed to bring the vehicle in for an oil change. Due to my... Read more
ENGINE
May 20, 2026
Incident date: May 17, 2026
am writing to report a potential safety and fire hazard issue involving my BMW X1, along with ongoing electrical concerns I have experienced with this vehicle since purchase. Approximately two weeks ago, for the first time in three years, I needed to bring the vehicle in for an oil change. Due to my... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
May 20, 2026
Incident date: May 17, 2026
Imagine wrapping up your errands and stepping into your GMC Acadia to drive home. You arrive and everything seems fine until you park, press the button to shut it off, and a “Shift to Park” message lights up the dashboard. Thinking you might have made a silly mistake, you double-check the shifte... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
Feb 18, 2026
Incident date: Dec 13, 2025
See attached document for complaint.
ENGINE
Dec 30, 2025
Incident date: Dec 26, 2025
In certain situations when stopping briefly and then accelerating the pedal is dead. For a short amount of time the accelerator does not work and then it launches the truck forward aggressively. There has been a few instances when I am turning left and the truck does not move and I am stuck in the ... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Dec 30, 2025
Incident date: Dec 26, 2025
In certain situations when stopping briefly and then accelerating the pedal is dead. For a short amount of time the accelerator does not work and then it launches the truck forward aggressively. There has been a few instances when I am turning left and the truck does not move and I am stuck in the ... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Dec 23, 2025
Incident date: Dec 19, 2025
The contact owns a 2020 Kia Sportage. The contact stated that the vehicle was consuming an excessive amount of engine oil. The engine oil light was flashing and turning on and off. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, who confirmed that an oil consumption test was needed. The vehicle was not d... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Dec 23, 2025
Incident date: Dec 19, 2025
The contact owns a 2018 Ram 2500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V896000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic). The contact called a local dealer and the manufacturer and was informed that the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufa... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
Dec 1, 2025
Incident date: Dec 1, 2025
The car has traffic sign recognition and uses it for "predictive control" where the vehicle will read traffic signs and adjust the adaptive cruise control setting to based on road signs. It had previously been working well but a software update was recently performed under TSB 2074688/3 on November ... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Jun 16, 2025
Incident date: Nov 20, 2024
Well I finally paid off my 2003 Toyota Tundra and I wanted to really just get a really good tune up when I say really go I mean oil change spark plugs plug wires brakes tires everything , So as they go to check my tires and brake They said that the brakes on the front didn't even go to my truck the... Read more
SEATS
Jun 16, 2025
Incident date: Nov 20, 2024
Vehicle gear shifter is stiff and difficult to pass from Park to Drive--the gear shifter gets stuck in Neutral often. The Entire Dash and instrument cluster goes black during driving and will not come back on until hours later even after the vehicle has been turned off and back on. This has caused m... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS
Jun 10, 2025
Incident date: Jun 10, 2025
while turning a corner the power steering module shorted out the power steering rack gear assembly causing the vehicle to have control of the steering and unable to turn the wheel almost colliding with other vehicles. the power steering module light comes on along with the hill start assist, the for... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
May 30, 2025
Incident date: Sep 1, 2024
In 2022, I paid over $15,000 to an official Jeep dealership (Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM City, Greenwich CT) to replace the engine in my Jeep Wrangler. Without clear disclosure or consent, they installed a non-OEM Jasper remanufactured engine. The invoice misleadingly stated “ALL PARTS ARE NEW UNLESS ... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS
May 30, 2025
Incident date: Sep 1, 2024
On 3 separate occasions, the emergency collision avoidance system applies the brakes and is causing major problems. One time at highway speed, we approached a bridge overpass and the system slammed on the brakes as we approached the overpass at 65 mph. On a separate occasion we were atyempting to... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS
May 15, 2025
Incident date: May 1, 2025
Had oil change 7 times in one year and each time they indicate at the place I get oil changed that it is a quart or more low before 3,000 miles of usage after oil change. My car is suppose to take unleaded gas or higher and it knocks if I use unloaded. Now my catalytic converter is going out and it ... Read more
ENGINE
May 13, 2025
Incident date: May 13, 2025
Symptoms exactly as described in Safety Recall 03A / NHTSA 23V-010. Warning came onto dash with very little time to get to side of road from highway driving before engine fully shut down. Picture of dash after warning attached. Extremely dangerous situation, particularly for a known issue as descr... Read more
POWER TRAIN
May 13, 2025
Incident date: Feb 12, 2024
Driving on freeway at 70mph and suddenly the truck shifted to a lower gear causing my RPM's to shoot to over 6,000rpm. I was able to get to the shoulder and turn off vehicle. I waited about 10 minutes and restarted the truck. When it happened the wrench light came on and then went away before I ... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER
May 13, 2025
Incident date: Feb 12, 2024
The contact owns a 2020 Buick Encore GX. The contact stated that while shifted into reverse on several occasions, the brake was depressed and there was an abnormal foghorn sound coming from the driver’s side rear wheel. The vehicle was taken to a dealer however, the failure was not duplicated. The... Read more
POWER TRAIN
May 13, 2025
Incident date: May 13, 2025
Symptoms exactly as described in Safety Recall 03A / NHTSA 23V-010. Warning came onto dash with very little time to get to side of road from highway driving before engine fully shut down. Picture of dash after warning attached. Extremely dangerous situation, particularly for a known issue as descr... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
May 12, 2025
Incident date: Mar 15, 2024
Overhead Cabinets above the driver and passenger seats above the front windshield have dropped down and bounces as we drive down the highway. Yes, it is available for inspection, I also have pictures. This started in 2019, the left side of the cabinets coming loose. We have tried unsuccessfully to ... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
May 12, 2025
Incident date: Mar 15, 2024
The contact owns a 2014 Nissan Altima. The contact stated that while driving at night, the headlights were significantly dim. The contact stated that the VIN was previously included in Nissan Campaign Number: PC807. The dealer was contacted and informed the contact that an appointment could not be s... Read more
POWER TRAIN
May 6, 2025
Incident date: May 6, 2025
One month ago, my car experienced an failure and the warnings on the dash reported to check the electrical supply and then to stop driving the car immediately. I had it towed to a dealership who reported the ICCU failed and it'd take 1-2 weeks to get replacement parts and repair. A month later, I ... Read more
ENGINE
May 6, 2025
Incident date: May 6, 2025
One month ago, my car experienced an failure and the warnings on the dash reported to check the electrical supply and then to stop driving the car immediately. I had it towed to a dealership who reported the ICCU failed and it'd take 1-2 weeks to get replacement parts and repair. A month later, I ... Read more
LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST
Apr 23, 2025
Incident date: Apr 23, 2025
While driving my steering wheel keeps locking up to where i can not turn my wheel. I have had 3 close calls where i could have been in a serious accident..i have taken it to the Honda dealership 4 times (1st time was 25 days after buying it.waa told it was fixed. It happened 6 months later. Told it ... Read more
VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:EXTERIOR
Apr 22, 2025
Incident date: Apr 22, 2025
Vehicle Component: Exterior Mirrors Make: Tesla Model: Model Y Model Year(s): 2022, 2023, 2024 (and ongoing) Problem Description: Since the 2022 model year, the Tesla Model Y has exhibited a recurring issue with excessive vibration in the driver side exterior mirror at highway speeds. The vibration... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Apr 22, 2025
Incident date: Apr 22, 2025
The contact owns a 2025 BMW X3. The contact stated that while driving 1 MPH in stop and go traffic and approaching another vehicle, the vehicle suddenly accelerated and bucked four times. There were no warning lights illuminated. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or r... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Mar 18, 2025
Incident date: Mar 7, 2025
The gauge cluster sometimes fails to work at all and flashes multiple times when returning to normal. I cannot see speed, mileage, fuel level, oil life, or car temperature. It is a continuing issue.
POWER TRAIN
Mar 18, 2025
Incident date: Mar 7, 2025
The transmission studders and temporarily loss of power. Chrysler is aware of issue but will not do anything until nhtsa makes a recall. This is our family of 5 primary vehicle, and we are afraid of this issues causing an accident that can cause harm if not death. I thought the S44 recall would cov... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Mar 14, 2025
Incident date: Mar 14, 2025
Potential Odomete rollback Indicated
TIRES
Mar 5, 2025
Incident date: Oct 6, 2024
I purchased this car as a certified pre-owned vehicle from Mercedes Benz in December 2024 with 14,000 miles on the odometer. This vehicle has factory 21-inch AMG rims. Since that time, I have had to replace 5 tires on this vehicle, all from Mercedes Benz dealerships. I purchased an additional $2,000... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Mar 5, 2025
Incident date: Oct 6, 2024
Engine Seized up on me while driving on the freeway. Four of the crankshaft bearings seized up and one of those four completely melted. good thing the freeway I was on was not too crowded, my dash just all of a sudden lit up saying shift to neutral to restart engine. I was able to get to the shoulde... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Feb 28, 2025
Incident date: Feb 28, 2025
The contact owns a 2014 BMW 528I. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V608000 (Engine and Engine Cooling, Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time f... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Feb 28, 2025
Incident date: Feb 28, 2025
The contact owns a 2014 BMW 528I. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V608000 (Engine and Engine Cooling, Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time f... Read more
ENGINE
Feb 24, 2025
Incident date: Feb 12, 2024
There is a cracked cylinder head cover and the oil leaks from the crack onto the manifold causing smoke and burning smell. I have read several examples on Mazda forums [XXX] ; [XXX] ) of this happening with the Mazda CX-5. A former Mazda mechanic posted he would see a couple vehicles a week at his ... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Feb 24, 2025
Incident date: Feb 12, 2024
The contact owns a 2021 Ram 3500. The contact stated that after starting the vehicle, the accelerator pedal was depressed, but the vehicle failed to drive forward or to reverse. The RPM was raised high, and the check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it... Read more
ENGINE
Feb 1, 2025
Incident date: Feb 1, 2025
The contact owns a 2022 GMC Yukon. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle inadvertently lost motive power. The contact was able to pull to the shoulder of the roadway, where the vehicle failed to restart. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was towed t... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Jan 5, 2025
Incident date: Jan 1, 2025
Brake light switch outage keeps happening
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Dec 13, 2024
Incident date: Dec 9, 2024
My BMW started leaking fluid 4 months ago. Lights on dash came on one light was the triangle light which engine light. I had it serviced completely oil & filter change hooked up to machine that checks all components senors everything checked out great. One week later I was driving I was coming to a ... Read more
STEERING
Dec 13, 2024
Incident date: Dec 9, 2024
My BMW started leaking fluid 4 months ago. Lights on dash came on one light was the triangle light which engine light. I had it serviced completely oil & filter change hooked up to machine that checks all components senors everything checked out great. One week later I was driving I was coming to a ... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Dec 5, 2024
Incident date: Nov 2, 2024
This car completely shut off while on the highway. Computer change out. Seals on the hatch leaking water. Should be recalled -this was problem before and sold me the vehicle. Glitches in the drive- pauses or jumps speed. Now issues with radiator. It’s crap.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Dec 5, 2024
Incident date: Nov 2, 2024
This car completely shut off while on the highway. Computer change out. Seals on the hatch leaking water. Should be recalled -this was problem before and sold me the vehicle. Glitches in the drive- pauses or jumps speed. Now issues with radiator. It’s crap.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Nov 26, 2024
Incident date: Oct 14, 2024
The contact owns a 2018 Ram 2500. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the ABS warning light remained illuminated, and the ABS system was inoperable. The vehicle was taken to the local mechanic who replaced the ABS control module; however, approximately six months later the failure r... Read more
AIR BAGS
Nov 26, 2024
Incident date: Oct 14, 2024
The passenger front airbag does not always activate when my wife (who weighs [XXX][) sits in the seat. Car has been brought to the selling Dealer (Lester Glenn Subaru, Toms River, NJ). They state that the weight sensor under the front seat is calibrated correctly and there is nothing they can do a... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Nov 25, 2024
Incident date: Jul 1, 2024
Engine/transmission has slight shudder sometimes after driving long distances. Transmission had issues with clutch and shift fork with only 56,000 miles. Skipped gears or got stuck when shifting from gear 1 to gear 2 with no warning on the day it needed services. Only way to fix is put a brand new... Read more
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TAILGATE:LATCH
Nov 21, 2024
Incident date: Mar 15, 2024
The contact owns a 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 2500. The contact stated that on several occasions while the vehicle was parked, the tailgate opened and closed inadvertently. The contact stated that while the tailgate button located on the tailgate was depressed, the tailgate failed to respond as intend... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Nov 21, 2024
Incident date: Mar 15, 2024
I’ll cut right to the facts. Last weekend my wife and I were driving on the highway in our 2013 Ford Edge [XXX] ed on the brake pedal as we neared our exit – WE WERE NOT SLOWING DOWN - we found ourselves with what seemed to be NO BRAKES again I repeat NO BRAKES. Immediately sheer panic h... Read more
ENGINE
Nov 13, 2024
Incident date: Oct 15, 2024
October 21st 2024 how was driving on freeway going 6 miles an hour and my check engine light was flashing. Pulled over and got towed to a Pep Boys where they replace catalytic converter and knock sensor. I was informed by their service Personnel to check engine light was sending a code p1326 which i... Read more
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NHTSA Safety Ratings, 2023 BMW X1
2023 BMW X1 SUV AWD
| Category | Rating |
|---|---|
| Overall Rating | 4 / 5 ★★★★☆ |
| Frontal Crash | 4 / 5 ★★★★☆ |
| Frontal Crash, Driver | 4 / 5 ★★★★☆ |
| Frontal Crash, Passenger | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Side Crash | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Side Crash, Driver | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Side Crash, Passenger | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★★★★☆ |
| Rollover Risk | 17.4% |
Safety Technology
| Feature | Status |
|---|---|
| Electronic Stability Control | Standard |
| Forward Collision Warning | No |
| Lane Departure Warning | No |
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings Program. Ratings are based on crash tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Technical Service Bulletins, 2023 BMW X1
74 manufacturer communications from 47 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 16 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 7 |
| 160000 STRUCTURE | 6 |
| 220000 SEATS | 4 |
| 121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS | 3 |
| 162500 STRUCTURE:BODY:TAILGATE | 3 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 3 |
| 120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 2 |
B610323
Apr 26, 2024
100000 POWER TRAIN
The buttons on the GWS do not work, or the function indicator lighting has failed. One or more of the following faults are saved in the fault memory for the GWS : 80268E - Park button sticking and/or 80268F - Parking button defect
B511024
Apr 15, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The tailgate sporadically fails to open when signaled via- The interior button (driver??A?A?s door panel) Button on key fob The switch on the tailgate (inside or outside) In some cases, the tailgate will release and open only a short di
B511124
Apr 9, 2024
350000 EQUIPMENT
Buzzing sound from the center speaker of the dashboard when audio is on.
B511124
Apr 9, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Buzzing sound from the center speaker of the dashboard when audio is on.
B510824
Apr 2, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The Augmented Reality Camera (ARCAM) shows up blurry when activated.
B510824
Apr 2, 2024
350000 EQUIPMENT
The Augmented Reality Camera (ARCAM) shows up blurry when activated.
B611124
Mar 25, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
After performing a BMW Remote Software Upgrade (RSU), the functionality of the Comfort Access andPassive Go/Exit features may be reduced. Also, one or more of the following error memory entries below may be stored in the Basic Central Plat
B520224
Mar 22, 2024
220000 SEATS
The seat initialization and memory has been lost; Or Repeat failure of seat initialization after completing the test module via ISTA. One or both of the following check control messages (CCM) may be present: CCM 108 ??A?A?Driver restrai
B520224
Mar 22, 2024
150000 SEAT BELTS
The seat initialization and memory has been lost; Or Repeat failure of seat initialization after completing the test module via ISTA. One or both of the following check control messages (CCM) may be present: CCM 108 ??A?A?Driver restrai
B520224
Mar 22, 2024
140000 AIR BAGS
The seat initialization and memory has been lost; Or Repeat failure of seat initialization after completing the test module via ISTA. One or both of the following check control messages (CCM) may be present: CCM 108 ??A?A?Driver restrai
B612723
Mar 15, 2024
350000 EQUIPMENT
The original Conditioned Based Service (CBS) Key data point closed with 23-07 soft ware, all CBS systems are now collectively under analysis.
B310122
Mar 14, 2024
020000 SUSPENSION
During inspection and/or diagnosis there is noticeable dirt/grease buildup on the axles near the inner and/o router CV boots.
B510624
Mar 7, 2024
160000 STRUCTURE
An interference noise (rattling noise) can be heard near the rear center seat??A?A?s safety belt feed trim (circled) in the headliner.
B510624
Mar 7, 2024
150000 SEAT BELTS
An interference noise (rattling noise) can be heard near the rear center seat??A?A?s safety belt feed trim (circled) in the headliner.
B610527
Feb 14, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The Early Quality Feedback process is used to detect customer-relevant faults at an early stage. Thisenables rapid defect elimination in production and the fastest possible provision of service solutions. As part of the quality monitoring
B410523
Feb 2, 2024
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Contact between the taillamps and the tailgate/side panel(s) can occur. This can cause paint abrasion, and over time corrosion can form on the body of the vehicle/tailgate. Note: This can occur on either one or both sides of the vehicl
B410523
Jan 22, 2024
160000 STRUCTURE
Contact between the taillamps and the tailgate/side panel(s) can occur. This can cause paint abrasion, and over time corrosion can form on the body of the vehicle/tailgate. Note: This can occur on either one or both sides of the vehicl
B410523
Jan 22, 2024
162500 STRUCTURE:BODY:TAILGATE
Contact between the taillamps and the tailgate/side panel(s) can occur. This can cause paint abrasion, and over time corrosion can form on the body of the vehicle/tailgate. Note: This can occur on either one or both sides of the vehicl
B650224
Jan 18, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Quality improvements and robustness measures are to be implemented on the affected vehicles via thissoftware update. The software update improves functions in the following areas of the head unit: 1. Central display may remain black in r
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
B640123
Dec 21, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The windshield may mist over when it is raining while driving in Eco Pro mode At an outside temperature between 50 F and 55 F, the seat heating remains cold despite thepre-temperature setting The customer may report one or both concerns.
B640123
Dec 21, 2023
131000 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
The windshield may mist over when it is raining while driving in Eco Pro mode At an outside temperature between 50 F and 55 F, the seat heating remains cold despite thepre-temperature setting The customer may report one or both concerns.
B340423
Dec 20, 2023
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop (effective December 20, 2023) on certain Model Year 2023 - 2024BMW vehicles that were produced between July 4, 2022, and October 26, 2023.
B160623
Dec 20, 2023
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Engine will crank but not start. There is no communication with the integrated fuel module (TFE) whendiagnosing with ISTA. The following two fault codes will be stored in the DME: 032B43 - Low fuel pressure system, electric fuel pump: pre
B160623
Dec 20, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Engine will crank but not start. There is no communication with the integrated fuel module (TFE) whendiagnosing with ISTA. The following two fault codes will be stored in the DME: 032B43 - Low fuel pressure system, electric fuel pump: pre
B521723
Dec 11, 2023
220000 SEATS
Customer states one of the front seats is inoperative. The seat heater and power supply are inoperative .During the vehicle test, the seat module does not respond. The power supply fuse for the seat module is found to have blown.
B612723
Dec 8, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
When using the Key Reader to retrieve CBS information from the customer key, no current vehicle data is available, or the data does not match the maintenance schedule.
B653423
Nov 22, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
Customers may state that the alarm system (DWA) is not active after locking their unoccupied vehicle. Depending on the vehicle??A?A?s equipment and settings, no acoustic or optical confirmation (folding the mirrors/blinking confirmation) i
B653423
Nov 22, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Customers may state that the alarm system (DWA) is not active after locking their unoccupied vehicle. Depending on the vehicle??A?A?s equipment and settings, no acoustic or optical confirmation (folding the mirrors/blinking confirmation) i
B120723
Nov 17, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Vehicle exhibits a slight acceleration delay when taking off from a MSA (automatic engine start-stopfunction) stop.
B120723
Nov 17, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Vehicle exhibits a slight acceleration delay when taking off from a MSA (automatic engine start-stopfunction) stop.
B661523
Nov 16, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
Emergency Stop Assistant is activated. Thisicon will appear in the CID when this function is activated.
B612123
Nov 16, 2023
010000 STEERING
The steering wheel heating takes a long time to achieve the desired temperature.
B612723
Nov 13, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
When using the Key Reader to retrieve CBS information from the customer key, no current vehicle data is available, or the data does not match the maintenance schedule.
B612723
Nov 13, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
When using the Key Reader to retrieve CBS information from the customer key, no current vehicle data is available, or the data does not match the maintenance schedule.
B513218
Nov 8, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
The paint finish on the door jamb (above the door striker) is scratched due to the inner door cavity window seal.
B511923
Nov 1, 2023
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
When opening the front door(s), a ??A???A???A?clacking??A???A???A? sound is heard.
B511923
Nov 1, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
When opening the front door(s), a ??A???A???A?clacking??A???A???A? sound is heard.
B660523
Oct 19, 2023
270000 LANE DEPARTURE
Various functions of the camera-based driver assistance systems (ADCAM system) can lead to customer complaints.
B660523
Oct 19, 2023
260000 FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
Various functions of the camera-based driver assistance systems (ADCAM system) can lead to customer complaints.
B660523
Oct 19, 2023
180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Various functions of the camera-based driver assistance systems (ADCAM system) can lead to customer complaints.
B540223
Oct 6, 2023
134000 VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
Water ingress from the panoramic sunroof (aka moonroof), either on the front driver??A?A?s and/or passenger??A?A?s side.
B540223
Oct 6, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
Water ingress from the panoramic sunroof (aka moonroof), either on the front driver??A?A?s and/or passenger??A?A?s side.
MCAS4023
Sep 29, 2023
105300 POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
BMW AG has requested the inspection of all dealer stock of the following part number(s) listed below to ensure the spacer is conformed to drawing.
B511123
Sep 6, 2023
170000 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
The tailgate/trunk will not unlatch or open whensignaled via the interior button (driver??A???A???A?s door panel)or the key fob.
B840423
Sep 5, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
Intermittently the GPS location in 3 Party Navigation Apps (i.e., Apple Maps, Google Maps, Waze) will drift fromthe correct location. In addition, the location of the vehicle in the My BMW app may be incorrect. BMW Navigation isnot affecte
B631023
Aug 1, 2023
123000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS
?Condensation is present in the inner surface in one or both (inner and/or outer) taillamps.
B280123
Aug 1, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
Check control message (790) "Emergency gearbox release activated" is displayed immediately after starting the engine.
B612123
Aug 1, 2023
012000 STEERING:STEERING WHEEL /HANDLE BAR:HAND HEATER/COOLER
The steering wheel heating takes a long time to achieve the desired temperature.
B612123
Aug 1, 2023
010000 STEERING
The steering wheel heating takes a long time to achieve the desired temperature.
B652223
Jul 1, 2023
280100 BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
Given the voice input "Activate ECO PRO mode" via BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant produces the response "I've activated ECO PRO mode", but ECO PRO mode is not actually activated in the vehicle.
B520723
Jun 1, 2023
220000 SEATS
The front seat heating does not heat up after vehicle departure with the climate control in the automatic mode.
B120223
Jun 1, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Due to a manufacturing defect in the ignition coil BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop (effective June 1, 2023) on a small number of Model Year 2023 - 2024 BMW vehicles.
B120323
Jun 1, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop effective June 6, 2023 on certain Model Year 2023 - 2024 BMW vehicles that were produced between October 26, 2022 and May 8, 2023.
B514616
May 1, 2023
162500 STRUCTURE:BODY:TAILGATE
Upon opening and closing the tailgate, a creaking/groaning sound can be heard from tailgate actuator.
B661023
May 1, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
"After programming to I-level 23-03-5xx, the fault memory 0x022270 is stored in the mPAD (Medium Platform Automatic Driving) and cannot be deleted. A Check Control message ""Driver assistance"" is displayed in the central information displa
B630623
May 1, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
Contact between the headlamp housing and the front fender can occur, causing paint abrasion.
B630623
May 1, 2023
121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Contact between the headlamp housing and the front fender can occur, causing paint abrasion.
SIB630123
Apr 1, 2023
121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
The following headlight CC messages are displayed: 128 "Left high beam headlight faulty" 130 "Right high beam headlight faulty" The following fault codes are stored during a vehicle test: 805A22- MLC: Communication fault timeout FLM-03 lef
SIB630123
Apr 1, 2023
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
The following headlight CC messages are displayed: 128 "Left high beam headlight faulty" 130 "Right high beam headlight faulty" The following fault codes are stored during a vehicle test: 805A22- MLC: Communication fault timeout FLM-03 lef
SIB160323
Apr 1, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Engine cranks but will not start.
B651623
Mar 1, 2023
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
Customer states there is no audio playback (telephony, navigation, radio) and system sounds (PDC, turn indicators, acoustic signals) may also have failed.
B510423
Mar 1, 2023
162322 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR:HANDLE:EXTERIOR
Black resin is leaking from below the outside door handle(s).
B520423
Mar 1, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The seat module control unit controls the seat functions. A software error can lead to the loss of the initialization function.
B520723
Mar 1, 2023
220000 SEATS
The front seat heating does not heat up after vehicle departure with the climate control in the automatic mode.
B660523
Mar 1, 2023
264100 FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Various functions of the camera-based driver assistance systems (ADCAM system) can lead to customer complaints.
B660523
Mar 1, 2023
275100 LANE DEPARTURE: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Various functions of the camera-based driver assistance systems (ADCAM system) can lead to customer complaints.
B660523
Mar 1, 2023
118320 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:DRIVER MONITORING:CAMERA/SENSOR
Various functions of the camera-based driver assistance systems (ADCAM system) can lead to customer complaints.
B160223
Feb 1, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Engine will crank but not start. There is no communication with the integrated fuel module (TFE) when diagnosing with ITSA.
B630123
Feb 1, 2023
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
The following headlight CC messages are displayed: 128 Left high beam headlight faulty 130 Right high beam headlight faulty; The following fault codes are stored during a vehicle test: 805A22- MLC: Communication fault timeout FLM-03 left 80
B630123
Feb 1, 2023
121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
The following headlight CC messages are displayed: 128 Left high beam headlight faulty 130 Right high beam headlight faulty; The following fault codes are stored during a vehicle test: 805A22- MLC: Communication fault timeout FLM-03 left 80
B512322
Dec 1, 2022
138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
When starting the vehicle remotely, the radiator blind of the active air flap control remains closed. This results in inadequate climate control in the vehicle interior.
B613222
Dec 1, 2022
162500 STRUCTURE:BODY:TAILGATE
The Smart Opener (SMO) "kick" function must be repeated several times to open or close the rear tailgate. In some cases, unintentional opening or closing of the tailgate may occur.
B120222
Nov 1, 2022
116620 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:COIL:SPARK PLUGS
A fault in the diagnostic function of the spark plugs may result in an erroneous Check Control (CC) messageand fault memory entry.
BMW X1 - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the BMW X1 across all model years (2012, 2026).
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Total Recalls
945
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11
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99
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