How many recalls does the BMW X1 have?

As of NHTSA records retrieved 2026-08-27, NHTSA lists 15 recall campaigns for the BMW X1, model years 2016–2024. A recall applies to specific VIN ranges, variants, trims or build dates, so a particular vehicle may be affected by all, some, or none of them, and a campaign count is not a reliability ranking. Whether an open recall is a safety risk depends on the campaign, so read the NHTSA entry for the VIN. Each campaign below shows the remedy NHTSA records, which may be a dealer or service-center repair, an over-the-air software update, or, for some campaigns, a repurchase. This page details the most recent campaigns; the full record for any VIN is at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What should an inspector check on a used BMW X1?

Beyond the standard pre-purchase checks, the recall history for this model concentrates in: seat belts, electronic stability control (esc), steering, air bags, structure, engine and engine cooling. An inspector documents the visible and operational condition of those systems without disassembly; internal parts, software-only issues and whether a recall remedy was performed are VIN-lookup questions, not inspection findings.

Can a pre-purchase inspection tell me whether a BMW X1 recall was done?

No. Whether a recall repair was performed is recorded against the VIN, so NHTSA's lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls (or the manufacturer's own) is the authoritative check. Run it before you travel. The inspection covers what a VIN lookup cannot: the physical condition of the vehicle in front of you.

Can you inspect a BMW X1 at a dealer, a private seller, or out of state?

Yes. The inspector usually travels to the vehicle at the seller's location — a dealer lot or a private seller — and you do not need to be there. Vehicle Inspectors dispatches an independent inspector within 50 miles of any US ZIP code, widening to 150 miles if needed; more remote locations are quoted case by case. You get a photo-documented PDF report in 24–48 hours.

How much does a BMW X1 pre-purchase inspection cost?

A pre-purchase inspection of a BMW X1 through Vehicle Inspectors: Bronze $249 · Silver $349 · Gold $449. Your card is saved at booking, not charged. A hold is placed when an inspector schedules, and you are charged after the inspection is completed. If no inspector accepts within 72 hours, the request auto-cancels and nothing is charged.

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Showing the 12 most recent of 15 campaigns, newest first, from NHTSA records. Check a specific VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

26V422000NHTSA report received July 2026Model years: 2023–2024

NHTSA campaign 26V422000: BMW X1 service brakes recall

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2025 Mini Cooper S, Mini Countryman S All4, X2, 2024 Rolls-Royce Spectre, 2023-2025 i7, 7 Series, X7, 2024-2025 i5, 5 Series, 2023-2024 XM, X1, 2024-2025 X6, and X5 vehicles. 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.

Consequence: 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.

Remedy per NHTSA (as of 2026-08-27): The Integrated brake system will be inspected and, if necessary, replaced, free of charge.

24V739000NHTSA report received October 2024Model years: 2023

NHTSA campaign 24V739000: BMW X1 electronic stability control (esc) recall

BMW of North America, LLC. (BMW) is recalling certain 2023-2024 X1, X5, X6, X7, XM, 530i, i5, 740i, 760i, i7, and 750e vehicles. 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.

Remedy per NHTSA (as of 2026-08-27): Dealers will replace the integrated brake module, free of charge.

24V697000NHTSA report received September 2024Model years: 2023–2024

NHTSA campaign 24V697000: BMW X1 electronic stability control (esc) recall

BMW of North America (BMW) is recalling certain 2023-2024 X1, 2024-2025 X5, 2025 X6, 2023-2025 X7, 740i, 760i, 2024 XM, 530i, 540i, i7, 750e, X2, 2024-2025 i5, 2024 Rolls Royce Spectre, 2025 MINI Countryman S ALL4, JCW Countryman ALL4, and 2025 MINI Hardtop 2 Door (Cooper, Cooper S) vehicles. 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. In addition, the Antilock Brake System (ABS) and Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) system may not function.

Consequence: 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.

Remedy per NHTSA (as of 2026-08-27): Dealers will replace the integrated brake system, free of charge.

24V104000NHTSA report received February 2024Model years: 2023–2024

NHTSA campaign 24V104000: BMW X1 electronic stability control (esc) recall

BMW of North America, LLC. (BMW) is recalling certain 2023-2025 BMW, MINI, and Rolls-Royce vehicles. 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.

Remedy per NHTSA (as of 2026-08-27): Dealers will replace the integrated brake system, free of charge.

23V260000NHTSA report received April 2023Model years: 2023

NHTSA campaign 23V260000: BMW X1 seat belts recall

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2023 X1 xDrive28i, X1 M35i vehicles. On the second-row outboard seats, the seat belts may have been pinched by an interior trim panel during vehicle assembly.

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

Remedy per NHTSA (as of 2026-08-27): Dealers will inspect and adjust the interior trim panel, as necessary, free of charge.

23V079000NHTSA report received February 2023Model years: 2022–2023

NHTSA campaign 23V079000: BMW X1 air bags recall

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022-2023 iX xDrive40, iX xDrive50, iX M60 and 2022-2023 X1 xDrive28i vehicles. The front driver's air bag may have been manufactured incorrectly and may not deploy as intended during a crash.

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

Remedy per NHTSA (as of 2026-08-27): Dealers will replace the driver's air bag, free of charge.

22V513000NHTSA report received July 2022Model years: 2022

NHTSA campaign 22V513000: BMW X1 fuel system recall

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022 X1 xDrive 28i, X3 xDrive30i, and 228i Gran Coupe vehicles. The high-pressure fuel rail may crack and result in a fuel leak within the engine compartment.

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

Remedy per NHTSA (as of 2026-08-27): Dealers will replace the high-pressure fuel rail, free of charge.

21V554000NHTSA report received July 2021Model years: 2021

NHTSA campaign 21V554000: BMW X1 seat belts recall

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 Convertible (Cooper, Cooper S, JCW), MINI Clubman (Cooper S, Cooper S All4, JCW), MINI Countryman (Cooper, Cooper All4, Cooper S, Cooper S All4, JCW All4), Rolls Royce Ghost, MINI Countryman (Cooper S E All4), Rolls Royce Phantom, Rolls Royce Cullinan, and Toyota Supra vehicles. 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."

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

Remedy per NHTSA (as of 2026-08-27): Dealers will inspect the seat belt retractors (including the seat belts) and, if necessary, replace the retractors, free of charge.

20V283000NHTSA report received May 2020Model years: 2020

NHTSA campaign 20V283000: BMW X1 air bags recall

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020 X1 xDrive28i, X1 sDrive28i, X2 xDrive28i and X2 sDrive28i, 2020 MINI Clubman Cooper S All4, 2021 MINI Hardtop 2 Door (Cooper, Cooper S, John Cooper Works and Cooper S E) and MINI Hardtop 4 Door (Cooper and Cooper S) vehicles. Due to a problem with the rollover sensor within the air bag control unit, in the event of a rollover crash, the head air bag, seat belt pretensioners and other safety systems, may not activate.

Consequence: If the safety systems do not deploy as intended in a roll over crash, it may increase the risk of injury.

Remedy per NHTSA (as of 2026-08-27): BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air bag control unit, free of charge.

19V601000NHTSA report received August 2019Model years: 2018–2019

NHTSA campaign 19V601000: BMW X1 steering recall

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018-2019 BMW X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i, 2019 X2 xDrive28i, MINI Cooper S Convertible, Countryman, and John Cooper Works Countryman vehicles. The steering gear tie rod may have been assembled incorrectly, which may result in excessive wear of the tie rod end, eventually causing it to break.

Consequence: A broken steering tie rod would lead to a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy per NHTSA (as of 2026-08-27): BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles and replace the tie rods and ball joints as necessary, free of charge.

19V349000NHTSA report received May 2019Model years: 2016–2019

NHTSA campaign 19V349000: BMW X1 structure recall

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."

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

Remedy per NHTSA (as of 2026-08-27): BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the vertical trim pieces on the upper portion of the interior B-Pillars, free of charge.

19V074000NHTSA report received January 2019Model years: 2018–2019

NHTSA campaign 19V074000: BMW X1 exterior lighting recall

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018-2019 BMW X1 sDrive28i and X1 xDrive28i vehicles. Contaminated hardware may cause the attachment brackets of the taillight housings to crack, causing the lights to loosen or possibly detach from the vehicle.

Consequence: If a taillight detaches from the vehicle, it would no longer provide the required lighting to following traffic, or it may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy per NHTSA (as of 2026-08-27): BMW will notify owners, and dealers will properly secure the taillights, free of charge.

What does a pre-purchase inspection cover on a used BMW X1?

The same full inspection at every tier, at the seller’s location, with a photo-documented report:

Bronze $249 · Silver $349 · Gold $449. Compare Bronze, Silver and Gold. The core inspection is the same at each tier; Silver and Gold add instrumented measurements.

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Where can I book a BMW X1 pre-purchase inspection?

Vehicle Inspectors matches buyers with independent inspectors nationwide. Local pages for cities with active inspectors:

Recall data from NHTSA recall records (NHTSA public recalls API), retrieved 2026-08-27. Vehicle Inspectors is not affiliated with BMW. A recall is not a defect finding on any individual vehicle.

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