repaired · 2026 Q3
Electronic stability control (ESC)
NewRisk. A loss of power brake assist can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle.
2023 BMW X1Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 71 owner complaints about the 2023 BMW X1, most often about the electronic stability control (esc). It is covered by 6 safety recalls, and for recall 24V-104 the manufacturer reports only 91% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through October 28, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: AutobildEs, CC BY 3.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2023 BMW X1 has problems
71 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
31Electronic stability control (ESC)
31Service brakes1 crash/fire/injury
22Service brakes, hydraulic
6Power train
5Forward collision avoidance
5Electrical system
4Air bags
3Back over prevention
2Engine
55 other systems
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electronic stability control (ESC) | 31 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 31 | 1 |
| Service brakes, hydraulic | 22 | 0 |
| Power train | 6 | 1 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 5 | 1 |
| Electrical system | 5 | 1 |
| Air bags | 4 | 0 |
| Back over prevention | 3 | 0 |
| Engine | 2 | 0 |
| 5 other systems | 5 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
6 recalls
2023 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 · 2026 Q3
Electronic stability control (ESC)
Risk. A loss of power brake assist can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Electronic stability control (ESC): control module
Risk. A loss of brake power assist or rear brake function can result in extended stopping distance.
repaired · 2026 Q1
Electronic stability control (ESC)
Risk. A loss of power brake assist can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle.
Show 2 more recalls
repaired · 2025 Q1
Seat belts: rear/other
Risk. A pinched seat belt may not function properly, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
repaired · 2025 Q2
Air bags: frontal
Risk. A driver's air bag that does not deploy as intended during a crash increases the risk of injury.
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.
Best & worst years
2023 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
'12'13'14'15'16'17'18'19'20'21'22'23'24'25'26
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2023 BMW X1 safety ratings
2023 BMW X1 SUV AWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
★★★★★Overall rating
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side barrier★★★★★
Side pole★★★★★
- Rollover: 4 stars (17.4% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: No
- Lane departure warning: No
In owners' words
What X1 owners report
Recent electronic stability control (esc) complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
The contact owns a 2023 BMW X1. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V104000 (ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC), SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the…
The contact owns a 2023 BMW X1. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V104000 (Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the…
The contact owns a 2023 BMW X1. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V104000 (Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted and confirmed that parts were not…
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