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2017 BMW X1 Recalls & Complaints

The 2017 BMW X1 has 2 NHTSA recall campaigns and 156 owner complaints on file as of November 3, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized BMW dealer.

NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2017 BMW X1. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.

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2017 BMW X1 owner complaints

Owners have filed 156 complaints with NHTSA about the 2017 BMW X1, describing incidents dated November 30, 2017 to July 23, 2026.

Most-cited components

  • Power Train 57 complaints
  • Unknown or Other 50 complaints
  • Service Brakes 26 complaints
  • Electrical System 24 complaints
  • Structure 20 complaints
  • Engine 14 complaints

Of the 156 complaints on file, 3 report a crash; across all 156 complaints, owners report 10 injuries (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).

Newest complaints

  • ODI #11762954 · Filed

    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…

  • ODI #11752650 · Filed

    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.

  • ODI #11725881 · Filed

    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…

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NHTSA defect investigations

NHTSA's investigations file lists the 2017 BMW X1 in 1 investigation. A listed model year means only that an investigation names it; it says nothing about any particular vehicle. An open investigation is not a finding that a safety defect exists, and NHTSA can close one without a recall.

Open and recently closed NHTSA defect investigations

Occupant Injury in the Event of a Crash/FMVSS 201

NHTSA #19V349000 · Structure — Body — Roof and Pillars · NHTSA notice

Reported May 9, 2019 · BMW of North America, LLC

Potentially affected: 106,182 vehicles

Repair completion: 92.87% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Owners notified September 27, 2019 · Vehicles built March 10, 2015 – May 2, 2019 (per NHTSA)

Defect description

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."

Safety consequence

In the event of a crash, the insufficient impact absorption can increase the risk of injury.

Manufacturer remedy

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.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Seat Belt may Not Lock/FMVSS 209

NHTSA #16V747000 · Seat Belts — Front — Retractor · NHTSA notice

Reported October 17, 2016 · BMW of North America, LLC

Potentially affected: 15,455 vehicles

Repair completion: 89.71% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Owners notified July 3, 2019 · Vehicles built May 12, 2016 – October 14, 2016 (per NHTSA)

Defect description

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 (FMVSS) number 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies."

Safety consequence

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.

Manufacturer remedy

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.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Other BMW X1 model years

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