2017 Bmw X1 problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Power Train (35) · Service Brakes (20) · Structure:body (17)
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Safety recalls (2)
Structure:body:roof And Pillars 2019-05-09 · campaign 19V349000 · 106,182 vehicles
Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2016-2019 X1 sDrive28i and X1 xDrive28i vehicles. In the event of a crash where the occupants head contacts the B-pillar, the pillar may not absorb an adequate amount of the impact. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 201, "Occupant Protection in Interior Impact."
Risk: In the event of a crash, the insufficient impact absorption can increase the risk of injury.
Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the vertical trim pieces on the upper portion of the interior B-Pillars, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed July 1, 2019. Second notices will be sent as parts become available, starting on September 27, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Seat Belts:front:retractor 2016-10-17 · campaign 16V747000 · 15,455 vehicles
Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i, MINI Hardtop 4 Door Cooper, Mini Hardtop 4 Door Cooper S, MINI Cooper Clubman, and Cooper S Clubman, 2017 Rolls-Royce Ghost, and 2016 528i vehicles. The vehicle-sensitive locking mechanism of the seat belt Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) for the driver's seat may not lock as designed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (F
Risk: In the event of a crash where heavy braking is applied, the Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) may activate when the occupant is more forward in the seat, possibly increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's seat belt assembly, free of charge. The recall began July 3, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Service bulletins (189)
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.
Engine 2026-06-26 · B010224 · Warranty Program/Extension
the evap systems purge (vent) valve limited warranty for defects in materials and / or workmanship has been extended to 15 years / 150,000 miles as determined from the original first in-service / delivery date.
Power Train 2025-07-31 · B010925 · Warranty Program/Extension
the limited warranty for the automatic transmissions selector lever magnetic shift interlock mechanism (gearshift lug assembly portion) has been extended to 10 years / 120,000 miles, as determined by the vehicles original first in-service / delivery date, when a gearshift lug repair kit installation
Electrical System 2024-10-12 · B840324 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
the “end of life” or “emergency call system error” check control message appears in the vehicle. the following fault memory entry is stored: b7f341 – emergency battery: hardware faulty
Engine 2024-09-16 · B010419 · Warranty Program/Extension
for this vehicle, the evap systems purge (vent) valve limited warranty for defects in materials or workmanship has been extended to 15 years/150,000 miles, from the original 10 years/120,000 miles, as determined from the original in-service date. this coverage is subject to the same vehicle eligibil
Structure 2024-01-19 · B640416 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
customer complains of a musty odor or damp front footwell carpet.
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.
Showing the 6 most recent of 189 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2026-09-09 · Unknown Or Other“i am reporting a recurring safety warning on my 2017 bmw x1 xdrive28i. the vehicle repeatedly displays the message “secure vehicle against rolling” on the dashboard even though the gear selector indicates that the vehicle is in park. a diagnostic scan with bluedriver also recorded bmw fault code 420106 – “shift lock solenoid: unlock stuck.” the wa…”
2026-07-24 · Engine“the bmx1 overheated while parked and on with no warning of any levels being low or any obvious issues for it to overheat. i just saw the starter and overheated recall which led me to check my suv. …”
2026-03-20 · Suspension“what you’re noticing (and why it matters) 1. engine mounts wearing out engine mounts can wear over time, but premature failure (early loosening, vibration, clunking) can point to: defective parts poor design for that model year this is a common complaint in some bmw models, especially as mileage increases. 2. brake system & sensor issues warn…”
2026-01-24 · Service Brakes“secure vehicle against rolling error…”
2025-11-26 · Wheels“i am writing to formally file a report regarding the severe mechanical damage to the vehicle i purchased on june 14th, 2024, identified as a 2017 bmw- x1 sdrive28i, with vin number [xxx] . it has come to my attention that this damage was not disclosed at the time of purchase, which constitutes a violation of consumer protection laws. as a consumer,…”
2025-10-07 · Service Brakes“every time i get in the vehicle or turn the vehicle off i get a message "secure vehicle against rolling contact service specialist". even if i press the emergency brake it still continues, this appears to be a known problem with the bmw x1 and not sure if it will cause my car to roll away.…”
2025-08-16 · Suspension“my car suddenly displayed a drivetrain malfunction error, and i cannot identify the reason because the car was driving normally in a residential area.…”
2025-08-14 · Engine“pressure tested cooling system, found oil filter housing to be leaking coolant, replace oil filter housing with both sets of gaskets…”
2025-07-30 · Power Train · 60,000 mi“the contact owns a 2017 bmw x1. the contact received a notification letter of bmw campaign number: sib 01 02 24(evap system purge(vent) valve extended limited warranty). the contact stated that while reversing, the vehicle hesitated and vibrated while the engine revved. no warning light was illuminated. the contact stated that upon shifting to driv…”
2025-07-13 · Engine“ 1. failed engine, coolant, temperature sensor; missing coolant level sensor. avail for inspection. 2. my car failed multiple occasions to show a warning light that almost got me and others hurt or cause a catastrophic incident on freeway. 3. the issues confirmed after months of several complaints, inspected per bmwusa at santa monica bmw,…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.