2015 Bmw X1 Sav problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Air Bags (29) · Vehicle Speed Control (2) · Power Train (2)
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Safety recalls (2)
Air Bags:frontal:driver Side:inflator Module 2019-01-14 · campaign 19V016000 · 12,880 vehicles
Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2015 X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i, and X1 xDrive35i vehicles. These vehicles are equipped with air bag inflators assembled as part of the driver frontal air bag modules, used as original equipment or replacement equipment, that may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.
Risk: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag module, free of charge. The recall began March 14, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Air Bags:frontal:driver Side:inflator Module 2016-02-05 · campaign 16V071000 · 840,000 vehicles
Defect: 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 xDrive Sedans, 2009-2011 335d sedans, 2006-2012 325xiT, 328i and 328xi sports wagons, 2007-2013 328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive, 335i, 335xi, 335i xDrive, 335is and M3 Coupes and Convertibles, 2013-2015 X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i and X1 xDrive35i SAVs, 2007-2010 X3 xDrive30i SAVs, 2007-2013
Risk: In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag module or inflator depending on the vehicle model, free of charge. The recall began March 9, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Service bulletins (94)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Electrical System 2024-01-11 · B611305 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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 how to handle ã¢ââdischarged batteryã¢ââ complaints.
Engine And Engine Cooling 2021-10-01 · B110317 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
for the above-referenced vehicles, bmw of north america, llc (bmw na) is extending the limited warranty for the engine timing chain and oil pump drive chain modules to: 7 years/70,000 miles as determined by the vehicle's original in-service date.
Power Train:driveline:chain/Belt 2021-09-01 · B110221 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
with the court's final approval, bmw of north america, llc (bmw na) has entered into a nationwide settlement with the plaintiffs in the following class action: gelis, et al. v. bayerische motoren werke aktiengesellschaft and bmw of north america, llc.
Power Train 2021-09-01 · B110317 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
bmw of north america, llc (bmw na) is extending the limited warranty for the engine timing chain and oil pump drive chain modules to: 7 years/70,000 miles as determined by the vehicle's original in-service date
Engine And Engine Cooling 2021-07-01 · SIB110317 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
bmw of north america, llc bmw na is extending the limited warranty for the engine timing chain and oil pump drive chain modules to: 7 years/70,000 miles as determined by the vehicle's original in-service date
Equipment:other:owners/Service/Other Manual 2021-07-01 · B110221 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
with the court's final approval, bmw of north america, llc (bmw na) has entered into a nationwide settlement with the plaintiffs in the following class action: gelis, et al. v. bayerische motoren werke aktiengesellschaft and bmw of north america, llc.
Showing the 6 most recent of 94 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2019-10-22 · Power Train · 65,500 mi“tl* the contact owns a 2015 bmw x1 sav. while the vehicle was stopped, it independently shifted into neutral without warning. after the failure occurred, a warning message appeared indicating that the vehicle needed to be serviced. the contact took the vehicle to united bmw (1501 alpharetta hwy, alpharetta, ga 30009, (678) 430-3775), but the failur…”
2019-08-02 · Air Bags · 72,000 mi · 💥 crash“tl* the contact owns a 2015 bmw x1. the contact stated that while idled at a red light, the vehicle was rear ended causing the vehicle to crash into another vehicle. the air bags failed to deploy. a police report was filed: (190801030). the contact sustained head, neck and chest injuries and the passenger that was a child sustained a head injury th…”
2019-07-09 · Unknown Or Other · 350 mi“driving on hwy at 75 mph eastbound towards wichita falls tx - calm evening, suddenly the front panel of the sunroof on the bmw x1 exploded for no apparent reason. pulled over to look at the remnants, remaining glass looked like the explosion was pushing the glass out from the inside. very scary on the hwy.…”
2019-07-01 · Wheels · 42,600 mi“my tires are worn out past acceptable to pass state inspection and yet the dealer inspected my car and passed it and registered it. chassis corroded and wheels rotting. i bought the car on the 14tyh and dealer didn't deliver it until the 21st because of apparent missing title. the car needed service and air filter and during the service, the other …”
2019-04-05 · Fuel/Propulsion System · 145,000 mi“on march 29, 2019 i took my car in due to a coolant indicator warning light. nalley bmw indicated it was due to a need for a radiator. this is the fourth radiator nalley bmw and global bmw have replaced with the last two years. i have paid out of pocket for repairs associated with the four replacements of a radiator in under two years. they wil…”
2019-03-08 · Service Brakes · 71,000 mi · 💥 crash“vehicle could not stop going downhill and crashed into 2 parked cars before overturning; felt loss of brake pressure.…”
2019-02-15 · Engine · 47,800 mi · 🔥 fire“tl* the contact owns a 2015 bmw x1. while driving approximately 52 mph on a slight incline, the instrument panel illuminated. the contact noticed dark smoke underneath the hood. the vehicle was pulled over to the side of the road and the contact exited the vehicle. the contact was immediately alerted by someone that the vehicle was on fire. the fir…”
2018-02-14 · Unknown Or Other“2015 bmw x1. consumer writes in regards to vehicle cutting off while driving. *ld *js…”
2017-12-20 · Air Bags“takata recall - i received a recall letter from the bmw dealership stating the recall of the driver's air-bag, that they have the necessary parts to complete the recall. when i called to schedule the service i was informed that they had to order the part. i called on10/16/17, was informed as soon as the part was in they would call me. i called a…”
2017-12-07 · Steering · 40,000 mi“on highway, when speed reaches between 60 to 80 mph, the car feels unstable. it is like the two front tires are running out of air and i have to fight to steer the car to keep it going in a straight line. i took it into two dealerships and they tested the alignment and inflated the tires to manufacturer's specs but it did not solve the issue. they …”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.