2025 BMW X1
3 recalls, 25 complaints - 4/5 safety rating
25V616000 Sep 17, 2025
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR
Defect Description
BMW of North America, LLC is recalling certain 2025-2026 X1 and X2, MINI Cooper Convertible, MINI Cooper, Mini Countryman S ALL4, and 2025 MINI Countryman SE ALL4 vehicles. The torsion bar in both front seat belt retractors may have been damaged during production.
Consequence
A damaged seat belt retractor may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will replace both front seat belt retractors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 13, 2025. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) will be searchable on NHTSA.gov on November 7, 2025.
24V829000 Nov 4, 2024
STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS
Defect Description
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2025 X1 xDrive28i and X1 M35i vehicles. The left and right-side B-Pillar reinforcement plates may have been manufactured with insufficient structural strength.
Consequence
A B-Pillar structure with reduced strength may not adequately protect passengers in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the left-side and right-side B-Pillar and, if affected, replace the B-Pillar, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 7, 2025. Owners may 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.
Complaint Statistics
25 total complaints
1 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 3 |
| ENGINE | 3 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 3 |
| SUSPENSION | 2 |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 2 |
| STEERING | 2 |
| POWER TRAIN | 2 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 2 |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 1 |
| EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:TV/RADIO/SPEAKERS | 1 |
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Aug 6, 2026
Incident date: Jun 20, 2025
The contact owns a 2020 Land Rover Defender. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the check engine warning light illuminated, and the vehicle was driving roughly. The contact stated that the vehicle hesitated while accelerating and the vehicle felt as if the brake pedal was being dep... Read more
SUSPENSION
Jul 21, 2026
Incident date: Jun 21, 2026
I bought replacement Front struts from Oready autoparts on Ebay (M2C Auto parts Inc) [XXX]. 9-20-2023. Order #XXX. I installed the struts 9-24-2023. Coming back from a short trip the car started pulling and shacking in 06 -2026. Upon getting home I looked at what happened I found out the nuts on the... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Jun 26, 2026
Incident date: May 31, 2026
The contact owns a 2022 Hyundai Sonata. The contact received notification of NTHSA Campaign Number: 25V796000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable a... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
Jun 26, 2026
Incident date: May 31, 2026
Bezel flew off on highway. Subsequently, dealer service had to replace both the bezel and grill bc of how it was attached. For some reason the vin was not included in a recall of 70K trucks that were same year make and model as mine. I would like to be included in the recall.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Jun 26, 2026
Incident date: May 31, 2026
On June 10, 2026, I attempted to enter my vehicle through the driver's door. The power running board was set to the "Automatic" position but failed to deploy when the driver's door was opened. I stepped toward the vehicle expecting the running board to be extended, as it normally would be, but it wa... Read more
1 injured
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jun 26, 2026
Incident date: Apr 22, 2026
My PHEV car randomly and suddenly has loss of propulsion creating a safety hazard in traffic. It seems to occur at low speeds, sometimes from waiting in line at an intersection. This fault produces a solid red battery warning light, but no additional safety warnings, nor an error code for diagnost... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Jun 26, 2026
Incident date: Apr 22, 2026
My 2016 Volvo XC90 suddenly lost power while I was driving, requiring me to pull over and have the vehicle towed. This is a documented safety issue associated with a known piston ring defect in 2013-2016 Volvo vehicles equipped with 2.0L and 2.5L engines, which was the subject of a federal class act... Read more
ENGINE
Jun 26, 2026
Incident date: Apr 22, 2026
My 2016 Volvo XC90 suddenly lost power while I was driving, requiring me to pull over and have the vehicle towed. This is a documented safety issue associated with a known piston ring defect in 2013-2016 Volvo vehicles equipped with 2.0L and 2.5L engines, which was the subject of a federal class act... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
Jun 21, 2026
Incident date: Nov 26, 2025
There doesn't have to be a vehicle or obstacle in front of the vehicle and the brake system will automatically apply. This is extremely dangerous as vehicles behind the CRV have no warning the brakes are being instantly applied on the highway and/or street roads. Practically slams on the brakes.
SERVICE BRAKES
Jun 21, 2026
Incident date: Nov 26, 2025
There doesn't have to be a vehicle or obstacle in front of the vehicle and the brake system will automatically apply. This is extremely dangerous as vehicles behind the CRV have no warning the brakes are being instantly applied on the highway and/or street roads. Practically slams on the brakes.
POWER TRAIN
Jan 22, 2026
Incident date: Dec 4, 2025
I purchased this truck new. On many occasions while trying to accelerate from a stopped position there is a few second delay before the car will move. This in my opinion is a serious condition because when you think you can move into traffic the car won't move. This could cause a serious accident... Read more
EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:TV/RADIO/SPEAKERS
Jan 22, 2026
Incident date: Dec 4, 2025
During operation of my vehicle, the radio will frequently change channels, switch to mapping system, or request for a voice command. This is very distracting during traveling. When using the map system, the navigation system will frequently change and will direct me to a place I don't want or will t... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Jan 22, 2026
Incident date: Dec 4, 2025
I purchased this truck new. On many occasions while trying to accelerate from a stopped position there is a few second delay before the car will move. This in my opinion is a serious condition because when you think you can move into traffic the car won't move. This could cause a serious accident... Read more
ENGINE
Dec 30, 2025
Incident date: Nov 24, 2025
2023 Toyota Tundra experienced repeated engine stalling and vehicle lock-up while driving on public roads, including in an intersection. During one incident, the driver was thrown forward into the steering wheel. A Toyota dealer attempted repair by replacing the neutral/park safety switch, but the ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Dec 30, 2025
Incident date: Nov 24, 2025
2023 Toyota Tundra experienced repeated engine stalling and vehicle lock-up while driving on public roads, including in an intersection. During one incident, the driver was thrown forward into the steering wheel. A Toyota dealer attempted repair by replacing the neutral/park safety switch, but the ... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Dec 30, 2025
Incident date: Nov 24, 2025
My back up camera has been recalled. No parts are available to get it fixed. I have children in my car on a daily. The camera is getting worse. I can't even sell it because the safety recall is in the Car Fax Report. I don't want to drive this car anymore. What are my options?
STEERING
Dec 29, 2025
Incident date: Jun 1, 2025
UNKNOWN. I have no power steering. I have contacted Ford and they were supposed to fix my car for free which they did not because it was up for recall.
ENGINE
Sep 18, 2025
Incident date: Sep 13, 2025
To whom it may concern, I have own my vehicle since Jan 2018, which was purchased from the dealership's owner w/less than 10k miles. Maintenance has been performed iaw Hyundai's recommended schedule. However, yesterday, I was informed that my vehicle needed a new engine and other replacements totali... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Sep 11, 2025
Incident date: Sep 11, 2025
When driving the vehicle, it appears to shift roughly and at times, it seems that there is no power to the vehicle.
POWER TRAIN
Sep 11, 2025
Incident date: Sep 11, 2025
When driving the vehicle, it appears to shift roughly and at times, it seems that there is no power to the vehicle.
STEERING
May 25, 2025
Incident date: May 16, 2025
I have had Supervised Full Self Driving in the vehicle for well over a year. I have used the Smart Parking feature Monday-Thursday to park the vehicle at work and it has worked flawlessly. On [XXX] around [XXX], I went to [XXX] . After entering the gate to parking on [XXX], I drove slowly. I was a... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
May 25, 2025
Incident date: May 16, 2025
I have had Supervised Full Self Driving in the vehicle for well over a year. I have used the Smart Parking feature Monday-Thursday to park the vehicle at work and it has worked flawlessly. On [XXX] around [XXX], I went to [XXX] . After entering the gate to parking on [XXX], I drove slowly. I was a... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
May 22, 2025
Incident date: May 5, 2025
I recently paid 2100 for my engine to be repaired because it was burning too much gas now. It never had a check engine light on now it won’t go off. My car smells like gas and stalls a lot.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
May 14, 2025
Incident date: May 11, 2025
The contact owns a 2019 Honda Accord. The contact stated that occasionally, while attempting to start the vehicle, the vehicle took an abnormally long time to start. The contact stated that occasionally while driving at various speeds, the vehicle experienced a light shudder before losing automotive... Read more
SUSPENSION
Nov 12, 2024
Incident date: Nov 1, 2024
The contact owns a 2018 Jeep Compass. The contact stated while driving at various speeds over a bumpy road surface and over a pothole, the vehicle shuddered and made an abnormal clunking and rattling sound. The contact stated that the failure progressively worsened while driving. The vehicle was tak... Read more
NHTSA Safety Ratings, 2025 BMW X1
2025 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.
BMW X1 - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the BMW X1 across all model years (2012, 2026).
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Total Recalls
956
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
33
Reported Crashes
13
Reported Fires
99
Reported Deaths
BMW X1 - Year by Year
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