What are the most common problems with the 2020 BMW X1?

Owners have filed 13 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is power train (4 complaints), followed by engine (3).

How many 2020 BMW X1 complaints mention a crash or fire?

1 of 13 complaints report a crash and 1 a fire; 3 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2020 BMW X1 recalls and problems

1 recall and 13 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2020 BMW X1.

recalls

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2020 BMW X1 recalls

Air bags: side/window, curtain · Air bags: air bag/restraint control module · Air bags

NHTSA campaign 20V283000 · reported May 20, 2020 · BMW of North America, LLC · 76 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: 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.
The risk: If the safety systems do not deploy as intended in a roll over crash, it may increase the risk of injury.
The fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air bag control unit, free of charge. The recall began July 17, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or MINI customer service at 1-866-825-1525.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Power train4
Engine3
Electrical system2
Fuel/propulsion system2
Seat belts2
Service brakes2
Unknown or other2
Air bags1
Back over prevention1
Fuel system, gasoline1

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Jul 29, 2026 · Fuel system, gasoline · 67,000 miles
The contact owns a 2020 BMW X1. The contact stated that while driving 75 MPH, the vehicle suddenly decelerated to 10 MPH. There was no warning light illuminated. During the failure, the messages, "Chassis Stabilization: Drive Moderately," "Collision Warning System Malfunction," "Pedestrian Warning Reduced," and…

Jun 13, 2025 · Fuel/propulsion system
The fuel tank got punctured on the freeway causing the car to lose power. The problem seems that BMW plastic fuel tank is located on the right side at the bottom of the car so any stone or particle on the freeway can puncture the plastic tank from the bottom causing no fuel and the car losing power. Seems like that is…

Mar 4, 2025 · Engine
Wastegate actuator turbo failure. Causes sudden loss of power to engine. Turbo function impacted. Drivetrain malfunction warning on dashboard. No prior warning sent. Problem with wastegate has been confirmed by Independent Service Center. Found similar issue with BMW E-Series Model 530e xdrive sedan Production dates…

Aug 29, 2024 · Electrical system · fire reported
I had a series of concerning incidents with my car. The trunk door was getting stuck halfway, but I was able to close it after turning on the engine. I also encountered a malfunction error on the backup camera, a Drive Train warning sign, and the car alarm going off by itself. The most alarming issue was when the car…

May 24, 2024 · Service brakes
it all started with the Battery and Powertrain and lound Loud niose from under my vehicle and my rear tail light code default. service forgetting to put the clamps back on i took the vehicle back from service and drove over 200 miles when the code for the above mention malfuntion appeared again they admitted the…

X1 model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2017	2	156	3	0
2018	4	60	6	2
2019	3	13	1	0
2020	1	13	1	1
2021	1	10	4	0
2022	2	1	0	0
2023	6	70	2	0

Across all years, the 2016 X1 has the most complaints (159). All BMW X1 years →

Questions

Does the 2020 BMW X1 have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2020 BMW X1, the most recent reported on May 20, 2020 (Air bags: side/window, curtain, Air bags: air bag/restraint control module, Air bags). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2020 BMW X1?: Owners have filed 13 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is power train (4 complaints), followed by engine (3).
How many 2020 BMW X1 complaints mention a crash or fire?: 1 of 13 complaints report a crash and 1 a fire; 3 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received July 29, 2026.