2015 BMW X1 Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2 safety recalls on file

The 2015 BMW X1 has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 52 complaints with NHTSA, including 4 fires.

The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (31 reports).

2Recalls
52Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2015 BMW X1 recalls

Water Pump Connector Can Short Circuit and Cause Fire

Recall 24V608Aug 13, 2024720,796 vehicles affected

An electrical connector on the engine's water pump may not be properly sealed.

Driver Airbag Inflator May Explode, Sending Metal Fragments

Recall 20V017Jan 15, 202059,965 vehicles affected

The driver-side frontal airbag inflator in certain vehicles contains an ammonium nitrate propellant that was not properly dried.

Most common 2015 BMW X1 problems

Problem areas named in the 52 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Electrical System31
Engine And Engine Cooling22
Engine16
Unknown Or Other7
Structure2
Fuel/Propulsion System1
Steering1
Fuel System, Gasoline1
Power Train1
Exterior Lighting1

What owners report

2026-03-26, Engine And Engine Cooling
The contact owns a 2015 BMW X1. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle, the vehicle hesitated while starting. Additionally, while stopped in traffic, the vehicle was shaking abnormally. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who determined that the camshaft position sensor needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 97,000.
2026-02-08, Engine
I had to replace the Oil Fliter housing with oil cooler because it was made out of plastic and caused an oil and antifreeze. The repair man told me that engine part were made out of plastic and tend to fail over time.
2026-02-08, Electrical System
Complete electrical failure while driving on the Highway. I barely was able to get over without causing an accident. The car without notice went dead and no power. I couldn't turn the steering wheel. Lots of warning lights started flashing then completely dead.
2026-01-26, Engine And Engine Cooling
The contact owns a 2015 BMW X1. The contact stated that while the vehicle was at an independent mechanic for maintenance, the contact was informed that the water pump had failed. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that prior to the visit, the vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, the cause of the failure was not found. The failure persisted. On a separate occasion, while the vehicle was parked, the front passenger's side door failed to open as intended from the outside, and the front passenger's side door only opened from the inside of the vehicle. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and an independent mechanic. The vehicle was not repair
2025-12-19, Engine
The contact owned a 2015 BMW X1. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, she noticed there was smoke emerging from underneath the hood, and it caught fire. The contact was able to exit the vehicle safely. The fire department was able to extinguish the fire. The service warning light was illuminated prior to the failure. There were no reported injuries, air bag deployments, or crashes. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to her residence. The local dealer was contacted, but there was no assistance provided. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The vehicle was deemed a total loss. The manufacturer was contacted, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage

2015 BMW X1 questions

Does the 2015 BMW X1 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2015 BMW X1: Water Pump Connector Can Short Circuit and Cause Fire; Driver Airbag Inflator May Explode, Sending Metal Fragments. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2015 BMW X1?

Based on 52 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (31), Engine And Engine Cooling (22), Engine (16).

How do I check if a recall on my 2015 BMW X1 has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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