2018 BMW X1: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2018 BMW X1: 4 recalls, 59 owner complaints and up to 26 mpg combined.
Recalls
4 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Engine & cooling Vehicle recall #18V465000 · 2018 · 5,309 vehicles
What's wrong: The crankshaft sensor May be equipped with incorrect firmware, preventing the sensor from properly processing input from the crankshaft reluctor ring, possibly resulting in a vehicle stall. On September 12, 2018, BMW expanded the recall to a total of 5,309 vehicles including certain 2018-2019 BMW 540d xdrive, 230i m240i, m240i xdrive, x2 sdrive28i, x2 xdrive28i, x1 sdrive28i, x1 xdrive28i, 330i, 330i xdrive, 340i,…
Why it matters: A vehicle stall can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will replace the crankshaft sensor, free of charge. The recall began September 6, 2018.
Exterior lights Vehicle recall #19V074000 · 2019 · 5,920 vehicles
What's wrong: Contaminated hardware May cause the attachment brackets of the taillight housings to crack, causing the lights to loosen or possibly detach from the vehicle.
Why it matters: If a taillight detaches from the vehicle, it would no longer provide the required lighting to following traffic, or it May become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will properly secure the taillights, free of charge. The recall began March 28, 2019.
Body & structure Vehicle recall #19V349000 · 2019 · 106,182 vehicles
What's wrong: In the event of a crash where the occupants head contacts the b-pillar, the pillar May not absorb an adequate amount of the impact. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (fmvss) number 201, "occupant protection in interior impact."
Why it matters: In the event of a crash, the insufficient impact absorption can increase the risk of injury.
The fix: Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will replace the vertical trim pieces on the upper portion of the interior b-pillars, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed July 1, 2019. Second notices will be sent as parts become available, starting on September 27,…
Steering Vehicle recall #19V601000 · 2019 · 32 vehicles
What's wrong: The steering gear tie rod May have been assembled incorrectly, which May result in excessive wear of the tie rod end, eventually causing it to break.
Why it matters: A broken steering tie rod would lead to a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles and replace the tie rods and ball joints as necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 11, 2019.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 2 mention a fire, 6 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Body & structure (22): the most common themes are door / lock issues (3).
- Other / unknown (14): the most common themes are fire / smoke (2).
- Electrical (8): the most common themes are electrical failure (4), door / lock issues (2), stalls / loses power (2).
- Airbags (6): the most common themes are fails to deploy (2).
The 2018 BMW X1 has 59 owner complaints, ranking #4 of 15 X1 model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 45). Complaints peaked in 2019 (25 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 1 year old, at a median of 13,000 miles. Neighboring years: 2017 (156 complaints, 2 recalls), 2019 (12 complaints, 3 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | Front-Wheel Drive | 23 | 32 | 26 | Premium |
| 2.0 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 22 | 31 | 25 | Premium |
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FAQ
Does the 2018 BMW X1 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 vehicle recalls for the 2018 BMW X1. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2018 BMW X1 problems?
Owners have filed 59 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are body & structure (22), other / unknown (14), electrical (8).
What gas mileage does the 2018 BMW X1 get?
EPA ratings run up to 26 mpg combined (2.0 L, Automatic (S8)), across 2 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2018 BMW X1 repair manual?
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