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2025 BMW X1 recalls and problems

3 recalls and 17 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2025 BMW X1.

3
recalls
17
owner complaints
3
complaints mentioning a crash
1
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.

2025 BMW X1 recalls

Seat belts: front, retractor

NHTSA campaign 25V616000 · reported September 17, 2025 · BMW of North America, LLC · 1,571 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
BMW of North America, LLC is recalling certain 2025-2026 X1 and X2, MINI Cooper Convertible, MINI Cooper, Mini Countryman S ALL4, and 2025 MINI Countryman SE ALL4 vehicles. The torsion bar in both front seat belt retractors may have been damaged during production.
The risk
A damaged seat belt retractor may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix
Dealers will replace both front seat belt retractors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 13, 2025. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) will be searchable on NHTSA.gov on November 7, 2025.

Structure: body, roof and pillars

NHTSA campaign 24V829000 · reported November 4, 2024 · BMW of North America, LLC · 3,312 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2025 X1 xDrive28i and X1 M35i vehicles. The left and right-side B-Pillar reinforcement plates may have been manufactured with insufficient structural strength.
The risk
A B-Pillar structure with reduced strength may not adequately protect passengers in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the left-side and right-side B-Pillar and, if affected, replace the B-Pillar, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 7, 2025. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Service brakes, hydraulic: power assist, electric, control module · Electronic stability control (ESC)

NHTSA campaign 24V104000 · reported February 12, 2024 · BMW of North America, LLC · 266,716 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
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.
The risk
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 fix
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.

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.

Sep 29, 2026 · Electrical system · crash reported

The contact owns a BMW X1. Wow attempting to park the vehicle inside a residential garage, the contact engaged to transmission into part by the electronic console shelf by wire controls. The ending remained Allen, and the vehicle failed to mechanical grinding noises or dashboard error messages displayed to alert the…

Sep 29, 2026 · Power train

As with other complaints, the dual clutch transmission/powertrain is faulty. The BMW dealership and BMW North America are unwilling to acknowledge the safety issue, issue a recall, or buy back. Safety issues are: •Delayed/hesitant response —a lag of up to several seconds between pressing the accelerator and the car…

Sep 16, 2026 · Power train

Incident occurred on 9-15-26 at approx. 1:16 PM (PST) and 6205 miles. Vehicle uncontrollably rolled/moved opposite to the selected drive gear while waiting for the clutch to engage. Had stopped on a flat paved road to allow a pedestrian to cross by, but when I released the brake pedal, the vehicle unexpectedly moved…

Aug 6, 2026 · Steering

Purchased a 2025 BMW X1 used in June of 2025; car's steering has had slight, persistent "thump" during low speed return to center since purchase. Dealership has made multiple repair attempts with tech acknowledging it didn't seem right. None of the repairs have resulted in the issue being resolved. Latest return to…

Jul 21, 2026 · Service brakes

My Vehicle started having grinding front brakes at about 12,000 miles. Front brake rotors have already grooves developing. I took it to Manhasset BMW service, my brakes were not checked properly, wheels not even removed to see if any calipers issue causing the grinding sounder pads wearing out prematurely. This is not…

X1 model years compared

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFires
2022 2100
2023 67020
2024 33030
2025 31731
2026 2110

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

Questions

Does the 2025 BMW X1 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2025 BMW X1, the most recent reported on September 17, 2025 (Seat belts: front, retractor). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2025 BMW X1?
Owners have filed 17 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (9 complaints), followed by power train (6).
How many 2025 BMW X1 complaints mention a crash or fire?
3 of 17 complaints report a crash and 1 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 September 29, 2026.