The Lemon Index2021 BMW X1. Advanced data.
The raw numbers: engines, recall campaign numbers, failure mileage and manufacturer communications.
Complaints by system
| System | Share of complaints |
|---|---|
| Automatic emergency braking | 60% |
| Airbags | 40% |
| Electrical | 40% |
One complaint can name more than one system, so shares can add to more than 100%.
Severity, all complaints
| Total | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths | Tows |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
As reported by owners to NHTSA. Not verified.
Recall campaigns 1
21V554000 Jul 2021 Seat Belts
Defect. BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2021 2 Series (230i, 230i xDrive, M240i, M240i xDrive), 330e, 330e Xdrive, 4 Series Coupe (430i, 430i xDrive, M440i xDrive) M4 Coupe, M4 Competition Coupe, BMW 4 Series Convertible (430i, M440i), BMW X1 sDrive28i, xDrive28i, 2 Series Gran Coupe (228i, 228i xDrive, M235i xDrive), M2 Competition Coupe, 330i, 330i xDrive, M340i, M340i xDrive, M3, M3 Competition, 530i, 530i xDrive, 540i, 540i xDrive, MINI Hardtop 2 Door (Cooper, CooperS, JCW), X2 sDrive28i, X2 xDrive28i, X2 M35i, Z4 sDrive30i, Z4 M40i, MINI Hardtop 2 Door (Cooper SE), MINI Conve
Risk. During a crash, a seat belt retractor that does not function as intended increases the risk of injury.
Remedy. Dealers will inspect the seat belt retractors (including the seat belts) and, if necessary, replace the retractors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 3, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417; 1-866-825-1525 (MINI); 1-877-877-3735 (Rolls Royce); and 1-888-270-9371 (Toyota).
Crash ratings by version
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BMW X1 SUV AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| BMW X1 SUV FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
Engines and drivetrains 2
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / hwy / combined | Fuel | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Auto (S8) | FWD | 24 / 33 / 27 | Premium | $2,850 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Auto (S8) | AWD | 23 / 31 / 26 | Premium | $3,000 |
EPA test versions for this model year. Fuel cost is the EPA's current estimate, not the price in that year.
YouTube repair topics
199 videos about the 2016–2022 BMW X1, 35.3M views.
| Topic | Videos | Views |
|---|---|---|
| Infotainment, battery & electrical | 4 | 542K |
| Oil changes & service | 5 | 417K |
| Brakes & ABS | 4 | 360K |
| Gauges, lights & wiring | 1 | 243K |
| Transmission & shifter | 1 | 165K |
| Timing chain & engine | 1 | 81K |
| Oil leaks & gaskets | 1 | 40K |
Nearby model years
Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer communications; EPA fuel economy data; YouTube video titles. Complaints are owner reports, not proof of a defect.
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