CarRecallWatchThe 2021 BMW X1 has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 10 complaints with NHTSA, including 4 crashes, 4 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (4 reports).
2021 BMW X1 recalls
Passenger seat belt may release early in a crash
The passenger seat belt's automatic locking retractor may deactivate early, before the webbing has fully retracted.
Most common 2021 BMW X1 problems
Problem areas named in the 10 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Air Bags | 4 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 3 |
| Electrical System | 3 |
| Engine | 2 |
| Unknown Or Other | 1 |
| Service Brakes | 1 |
| Suspension | 1 |
What owners report
The contact owns a 2021 BMW X1. The contact stated that while reversing and parking the vehicle, there was white smoke coming from the exhaust pipe, and the vehicle stalled. The contact stated that after the failure, the message âEngine HOTâ was displayed. The contact stated that the vehicle occasionally failed to start but was taken to the nearby residence. The failure mileage was approximately 90,000.
The contact owns a 2021 BMW X1. The contact stated that while his daughter was driving 10 MPH, she was involved in a head-on crash with another vehicle and the air bags failed to deploy. The vehicle was towed to a tow lot. The driver was transported to the hospital for level two severe trauma to the neck, head, and chest with pain. The contact stated that there was a possibility that the failure was caused by the dealer. There was an air bag system sensor malfunction at the time of the purchase. The dealer was called and provided the documentation for previous work performed, but there was none about the air bag. The contact believed that the vehicle was deemed a total loss. The approximate
I got into an accident, i was hit on the driver side and the car was pushed to hit a tree, the air bag did not deploy.
The contact owns a 2021 BMW X1. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled. The contact stated that the navigation screen was glitching and became inoperable. The service message was displayed. There was a red triangle with an exclamation mark displayed. The vehicle was difficult to start. The contact stated that the failure was caused by a failure with the grounding cable. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the grounding cable was underneath the vehicle. The battery was previously replaced. No additional repairs were completed. The manufacturer was contacted and referred the contact to the dealer for
At approximately 20,000 miles, the vehicle was inspected by an authorized dealer due to abnormal noises from the front suspension when turning the steering wheel. The dealer confirmed abnormal noise from the front struts when the wheels were turned while the vehicle was on a lift and diagnosed premature front strut failure. The affected components are available for inspection upon request. Repair was quoted but not performed. This condition involves a safety-critical suspension component and may affect vehicle handling, stability, and braking performance, particularly during turning or emergency maneuvers. This issue follows a prior safety-related brake failure at approximately 17,000 mile
2021 BMW X1 questions
Does the 2021 BMW X1 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2021 BMW X1: Passenger seat belt may release early in a crash. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2021 BMW X1?
Based on 10 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (4), Forward Collision Avoidance (3), Electrical System (3).
How do I check if a recall on my 2021 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.