2022 BMW X1 recalls and problems

2 recalls and 1 owner complaint on file with NHTSA for the 2022 BMW X1.

2
recalls
1
owner complaints
0
complaints mentioning a crash
0
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.

2022 BMW X1 recalls

Air bags: frontal

NHTSA campaign 23V079000 · reported February 14, 2023 · BMW of North America, LLC · 15,803 vehicles potentially affected

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

Fuel system, gasoline: fuel injection system, fuel rail

NHTSA campaign 22V513000 · reported July 20, 2022 · BMW of North America, LLC · 5 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
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.
The risk
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
The fix
Dealers will replace the high-pressure fuel rail, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 19, 2022. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Most reported problems

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

What owners report

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

Jun 25, 2025 · Engine

Check engine light continuously goes on and off. As a result, had car diagnostic tested which resulted in the following $966.79 repairs: -remove & replace evaporative emissions system leak detection unit using the following parts: -vapor canister purge valve -fuel vapor detection pump w/ ventilation line leak…

X1 model years compared

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFires
2019 31310
2020 11311
2021 11040
2022 2100
2023 67020
2024 33030
2025 31731

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

Questions

Does the 2022 BMW X1 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2022 BMW X1, the most recent reported on February 14, 2023 (Air bags: frontal). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2022 BMW X1?
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine (1 complaints).
How many 2022 BMW X1 complaints mention a crash or fire?
0 of 1 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received June 25, 2025.