repaired · 2020 Q4
Body: roof and pillars
Risk. In the event of a crash, the insufficient impact absorption can increase the risk of injury.
2017 BMW X1Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 156 owner complaints about the 2017 BMW X1, most often about the power train. It is covered by 2 safety recalls, and for recall 16V-747 the manufacturer reports only 88% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through September 9, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2017 BMW X1 has problems
156 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
57Power train
26Service brakes
24Electrical system2 crash/fire/injury
20Structure4 crash/fire/injury
12Engine
4Back over prevention
3Air bags
3Engine and engine cooling
3Forward collision avoidance
106 other systems
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Power train | 57 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 26 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 24 | 2 |
| Structure | 20 | 4 |
| Engine | 12 | 0 |
| Back over prevention | 4 | 0 |
| Air bags | 3 | 2 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 3 | 0 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 3 | 0 |
| 6 other systems | 10 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
2 recalls
2017 BMW X1 recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2020 Q4
Front: retractor
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,…
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with BMW.
Owner-reported costs
What owners say repairs cost
Dollar amounts owners wrote in their complaints when describing a repair or a quote. These are not price estimates; a system is shown only when at least 8 owners mentioned a cost.
Power train
12 owners mentioned a cost$2,779median
Middle half: $2,000 – $3,000
Unknown or other
8 owners mentioned a cost$2,500median
Middle half: $1,825 – $3,250
If a problem is covered by a recall, the dealer fixes it for free. Some manufacturers also reimburse owners who paid for a repair before a recall was announced.
Best & worst years
2017 vs. every other X1 year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the X1 median. How we score
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- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2017 BMW X1 safety ratings
2017 BMW X1 SUV RWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: Optional
- Lane departure warning: No
1 investigation
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2017 BMW X1, and the recalls they led to.
- Desiccated Air Bag Inflator RuptureOpen
In owners' words
What X1 owners report
Recent power train complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
My car suddenly displayed a drivetrain malfunction error, and I cannot identify the reason because the car was driving normally in a residential area.
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…
X1 gear shifter is causing a Transmission waring - and comment to secure vehicle with parking brake when stopped. Consult Service center. I have spoken with BMW mechanic and other mechanic who have stated that it is common issue with X1 and Mini's that use same shifter. A spring breaks off in the…
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