BMW X1 Recalls (2021-2026)

What recalls does the BMW X1 have?

• 2025 MINI Cooper S Brake Control Module Recall (26V422) Repeat recall
  July 1, 2026 · 428 vehicles · Brakes

  The integrated brake (IB) system may malfunction and result in a loss of power brake assist or cause the Antilock Brake (ABS) and Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) systems to not function properly.

  Risk: 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.

  Fix: The Integrated brake system will be inspected and, if necessary, replaced, free of charge.

• 2026 BMW X1 Seat Belt Retractor Recall (25V717)
  October 21, 2025 · 1,024 vehicles · Seat Belts

  The housing pin in the rear (left and/or right) seat belt retractors may have been damaged during production, resulting in the retractor not locking the seat belt as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies."

  Risk: A damaged seat belt retractor may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the rear (left and/or right) seat belts, free of charge.

• 2025-2026 BMW X1 Seat Belt Retractor Recall (25V616)
  September 17, 2025 · 1,571 vehicles · Seat Belts

  The torsion bar in both front seat belt retractors may have been damaged during production.

  Risk: A damaged seat belt retractor may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

  Fix: Dealers will replace both front seat belt retractors, free of charge.

• 2025 BMW X1 Roof Recall (24V829)
  November 4, 2024 · 3,312 vehicles · Body, Doors and Seats

  The left and right-side B-Pillar reinforcement plates may have been manufactured with insufficient structural strength.

  Risk: A B-Pillar structure with reduced strength may not adequately protect passengers in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect the left-side and right-side B-Pillar and, if affected, replace the B-Pillar, free of charge.

• 2023 BMW X1 Brake Control Module Recall (24V739) Repeat recall
  October 2, 2024 · 11,579 vehicles · Brakes

  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 (ABS) and Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) systems to not function properly.

  Risk: 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.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the integrated brake module, free of charge.

• 2023-2024 BMW X1 Stability Control Control Module Recall (24V697)
  September 18, 2024 · 309 vehicles · Driver Assistance

  Please refer to the recall report for the complete list of models. The welds in the servomotor of the integrated brake control module may break, causing a loss of power brake assist and rear brake function.

  Risk: 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.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the integrated brake system, free of charge.

• 2023-2025 BMW 740I Brake Control Module Recall (24V104)
  February 12, 2024 · 266,716 vehicles · Brakes

  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 (ABS) and Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) systems to not function properly.

  Risk: 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.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the integrated brake system, free of charge.

• 2023 BMW X1 Rear Seat Belt Recall (23V260)
  April 12, 2023 · 1,465 vehicles · Seat Belts

  On the second-row outboard seats, the seat belts may have been pinched by an interior trim panel during vehicle assembly.

  Risk: A pinched seat belt may not function properly, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect and adjust the interior trim panel, as necessary, free of charge.

• 2022-2023 BMW IX Front Air Bag Recall (23V079)
  February 14, 2023 · 15,803 vehicles · Air Bags

  The front driver's air bag may have been manufactured incorrectly and may not deploy as intended during a crash.

  Risk: A driver's air bag that does not deploy as intended during a crash increases the risk of injury.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the driver's air bag, free of charge.

• 2022 BMW X1 Fuel Rail Recall (22V513)
  July 20, 2022 · 5 vehicles · Fuel System

  The high-pressure fuel rail may crack and result in a fuel leak within the engine compartment.

  Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the high-pressure fuel rail, free of charge.

• 2021 BMW 230I Seat Belt Recall (21V554)
  July 21, 2021 · 21,537 vehicles · Seat Belts

  The passenger seat belt Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) may deactivate early, before the webbing fully retracts. As such, these assemblies fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

  Risk: During a crash, a seat belt retractor that does not function as intended increases the risk of injury.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect the seat belt retractors (including the seat belts) and, if necessary, replace the retractors, free of charge.

Which X1 parts are recalled most?

Which X1 model years have the most recalls?

How do I check my X1 for open recalls?

Enter your 17-character VIN at NHTSA’s recall lookup. The lookup lists every open safety recall on that specific vehicle, so you will see which of the 11 BMW X1 campaigns above apply to you. You can also ask any authorized BMW dealer to run the VIN. The VIN is on your registration card, your insurance card, and a plate at the lower driver-side corner of the windshield. Brand-new recalls can take a few days to show up, so check again if you received a letter.

What are X1 owners reporting?

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA since 2020, by model year. Complaints are unverified owner reports, but the components that come up most often show where owners are having trouble.

Excerpts from owner complaints (unverified):

The contact owns a 2021 BMW X1. The contact stated that while his daughter was driving 10 MPH, she was involved in a head-on crash with another vehicle and the air bags failed to deploy. The vehicle was towed to a tow lot.

2021 BMW X1 owner, Air Bags, NHTSA complaint 11765262

The contact owns a 2021 BMW X1. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled. The contact stated that the navigation screen was glitching and became inoperable. The service message was displayed. There was a red triangle with an exclamation mark displayed. The vehicle was difficult to start.

2021 BMW X1 owner, Electrical System, NHTSA complaint 11756155

Check engine light continuously goes on and off. As a result, had car diagnostic tested which resulted in the following $966.79 repairs: -remove & replace evaporative emissions system leak detection unit using the following parts: -vapor canister purge valve -fuel vapor detection pump w/ ventilation line leak diagnostic pump.

2022 BMW X1 owner, Engine, NHTSA complaint 11669116

Can a recall make your X1 a lemon in California?

A recall alone does not make a BMW X1 a lemon. California's Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act looks at whether a warranty defect substantially impairs the vehicle's use, value or safety and was not fixed within a reasonable number of repair attempts (Civ. Code 1793.2(d)).

2 of the 11 recalls listed here follow an earlier campaign on the same component, which can mean a first fix did not work. Most are single-repair campaigns, but repeat visits for any covered defect still count.

Within the first 18 months or 18,000 miles, California presumes the manufacturer had enough chances if the same defect was repaired two or more times when it is likely to cause death or serious injury, four or more times for any covered defect, or the vehicle was out of service more than 30 days in total (Civ. Code 1793.22(b)). Written notice to the manufacturer is required in some cases, and owners outside that window can still have a claim. An owner who prevails can recover reasonable attorney fees and costs from the manufacturer (Civ. Code 1794(d)). You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.

What to keep: every repair order, the recall owner letters, your purchase or lease contract, and a log of dates, mileage and symptoms. Make sure every visit is written up, even when the dealer says it found nothing.

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Other BMW models with recalls

• 228I: 5 recalls
• 228I Gran Coupe: 2 recalls
• 228I Xdrive: 1 recall
• 228I Xdrive Gran Coupe: 2 recalls
• 230I: 7 recalls
• 3 Series: 1 recall
• 330E: 7 recalls
• 330I: 11 recalls
• 330I Xdrive: 1 recall
• 4 Series: 1 recall
• 430I: 11 recalls
• 430I Convertible: 1 recall
• 430I Xdrive: 1 recall
• 5 Series: 1 recall
• 530E: 2 recalls
• 530I: 15 recalls
• 530I Xdrive: 4 recalls
• 540I: 7 recalls
• 540I Xdrive: 4 recalls
• 550E: 1 recall
• 550E Xdrive: 2 recalls
• 740I: 11 recalls
• 740I Xdrive: 2 recalls
• 740LI: 5 recalls
• 740XI: 1 recall
• 745E: 1 recall
• 745LE: 4 recalls
• 750E: 3 recalls
• 750E Xdrive: 6 recalls
• 750LI: 3 recalls
• 760I: 8 recalls
• 760I Xdrive: 3 recalls
• 8 Series: 1 recall
• 840I: 6 recalls
• 840I Xdrive: 1 recall
• Alpina B8: 1 recall
• Alpina XB7: 1 recall
• B7 Alpina: 1 recall
• I4: 11 recalls
• I4 EDRIVE35: 1 recall
• I4 EDRIVE40: 2 recalls
• I4 M50: 2 recalls
• I5: 7 recalls
• I5 EDRIVE40: 3 recalls
• I5 M60: 2 recalls
• I5 M60 Xdrive: 3 recalls
• I5 XDRIVE40: 2 recalls
• I7: 12 recalls
• I7 EDRIVE50: 3 recalls
• I7 M70: 3 recalls
• I7 M70 Xdrive: 4 recalls
• I7 XDRIVE60: 3 recalls
• IX: 12 recalls
• M2: 3 recalls
• M235I: 2 recalls
• M235I Xdrive Gran Coupe: 2 recalls
• M240I: 4 recalls
• M3: 4 recalls
• M340I: 7 recalls
• M4: 3 recalls
• M440I: 7 recalls
• M5: 3 recalls
• M5 Sportswagon: 1 recall
• M550I: 3 recalls
• M760I: 2 recalls
• M760LI: 1 recall
• M8: 3 recalls
• M850I: 3 recalls
• X1: 11 recalls
• X2: 6 recalls
• X3: 24 recalls
• X4: 14 recalls
• X5: 27 recalls
• X5 Hybrid: 1 recall
• X5 Plug-IN Hybrid: 2 recalls
• X6: 17 recalls
• X7: 22 recalls
• XB7: 1 recall
• XM: 9 recalls
• Z4: 7 recalls

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