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BMW X1 2023

Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD AWD

Specifications

Engine
2,000 cc
4
Cylinders4
DrivetrainAWD
Body styleSmall Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD

Safety

Crash-test results across markets. They can vary by version and equipment.

IIHS
Results · 4 door suv · Top Safety Pick
🇺🇸 Local data
Small overlap front: driver-sideGood
Small overlap front: passenger-sideGood
Moderate overlap front: original testGood
Side: updated testGood
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Fuel economy

🇺🇸 Local data
City
9.4 L/100 km
Highway
6.9 L/100 km
Combined
8.4 L/100 km
Emissions
194 g/km
CO₂

Recalls

6 campaigns🇺🇸 Local data
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:ELECTRIC:CONTROL MODULE 26V422000 · 2026-07-01 · NHTSA
Consequence · Remedy

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.

The Integrated brake system will be inspected and, if necessary, replaced, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 21, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Rolls-Royce customer service at 1-877-877-3735. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning August 21, 2026. Vehicles previously repaired under recall 24V739 or 24V104 will need to have the new remedy completed.

ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) 24V739000 · 2024-10-02 · NHTSA
Consequence · Remedy

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.

Dealers will replace the integrated brake module, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters notifying owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed November 22, 2024. Second letters will be mailed once the parts are available. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicles in this recall were previously repaired under recall number 24V-104 and will need to have the new remedy completed.

ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC):CONTROL MODULE 24V697000 · 2024-09-18 · NHTSA
Consequence · Remedy

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.

Dealers will replace the integrated brake system, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 13, 2024. Owners can contact BMW Customer Service at 1-800-525-7417.

ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) 24V104000 · 2024-02-12 · NHTSA
Consequence · Remedy

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.

Dealers will replace the integrated brake system, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed between June and December 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Rolls Royce customer service at 1-877-877-3735.

SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER 23V260000 · 2023-04-12 · NHTSA
Consequence · Remedy

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

Dealers will inspect and adjust the interior trim panel, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 9, 2023. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL 23V079000 · 2023-02-14 · NHTSA
Consequence · Remedy

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

Dealers will replace the driver's air bag, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 14, 2023. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Common problems

40 reports🇺🇸 Local data

Reported by owners to the source below. It is not a verdict on this car: it is what people wrote.

SERVICE BRAKES,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE 2026-06-09 · NHTSA

In November 2025, I was driving an errand on city streets in a neighborhood. Speed was approximately 30-35MPH. Two lane road. There were no hazards in the road and while I was descending down a hill, my forward collision/emergency braking system activating, causing my vehicle to come to a complete and full stop from r…

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SERVICE BRAKES,ENGINE 2026-05-20 · NHTSA

am writing to report a potential safety and fire hazard issue involving my BMW X1, along with ongoing electrical concerns I have experienced with this vehicle since purchase. Approximately two weeks ago, for the first time in three years, I needed to bring the vehicle in for an oil change. Due to my work commute of mo…

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 2026-02-18 · NHTSA

Right around mid-December 2025, I parked my car, and went to bed, just to wake up on a notification that my battery was depleted and I should go to a service center. I went to the nearest BMW dealership, and had them check out the issue. They said it was caused by 2 incidents where I the car's engine was off with key …

SERVICE BRAKES,LANE DEPARTURE 2025-12-30 · NHTSA

1 Brakes: The brakes seem to have excessive wear. The car was purchased new and started making loud squeaking noises after about 18k miles. The squeaking sometimes went away after regular maintenance, but usually reappeared withing a few hundred miles of driving. Two different BMW dealership service centers examined t…

BACK OVER PREVENTION 2025-12-23 · NHTSA

The Rear Cross Traffic system does not work! A few days ago a car stopped inches away from me without any warning. I was backing out of a parking space at the grocery store.

SERVICE BRAKES 2025-12-01 · NHTSA

Dealer says the needed parts are on back order. It has been over 1 year, and I have been unable to get the needed repairs.

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) 2025-06-16 · NHTSA

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 manufacturer had exceeded a…

TIRES 2025-06-10 · NHTSA

The contact owns a 2023 BMW X1 equipped with Bridgestone Tires, Tire Line: Turanza, Tire Size: 225/55/R18, DOT Numbers: 16C1005HC0723 (Rear Tires) and 16C1005HC0823 (Front Tires). The contact stated that upon taking the vehicle for service, the contact was informed that all 4 tires needed to be replaced. The contact w…

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) 2025-05-30 · NHTSA

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 manufacturer had exceeded a…

SERVICE BRAKES 2025-05-15 · NHTSA

I received notice on the recall for my vehicle in October 2024. Since then I have tried to make appointments with BMW of Ramsey to fix the recall issue and they have told me each time that the part is not available and they cannot fix the issue. We are now in May 2025 and this has not been attended to.

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) 2025-05-13 · NHTSA

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 unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the rec…

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) 2025-05-13 · NHTSA

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 yet available. The con…

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