2020 BMW X1: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2020 BMW X1: 1 recall, 13 owner complaints and up to 27 mpg combined.
Recalls
1 vehicle recall from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Airbags, Airbags Vehicle recall #20V283000 · 2020 · 76 vehicles
What's wrong: Due to a problem with the rollover sensor within the air bag control unit, in the event of a rollover crash, the head air bag, seat belt pretensioners and other safety systems, May not activate.
Why it matters: If the safety systems do not deploy as intended in a roll over crash, it May increase the risk of injury.
The fix: Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air bag control unit, free of charge. The recall began July 17, 2020.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 1 mention a fire, 3 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Transmission & drivetrain (4): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Engine (3): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (3).
- Other / unknown (2): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Seat belts (2): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 2020 BMW X1 has 13 owner complaints, ranking #10 of 15 X1 model years for complaints (well below the 45 average). Complaints peaked in 2021 (4 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 3 years old, at a median of 35,000 miles. Neighboring years: 2019 (12 complaints, 3 recalls), 2021 (9 complaints, 1 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | Front-Wheel Drive | 24 | 33 | 27 | Premium |
| 2.0 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 23 | 31 | 26 | Premium |
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FAQ
Does the 2020 BMW X1 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 2020 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 2020 BMW X1 problems?
Owners have filed 13 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are transmission & drivetrain (4), engine (3), other / unknown (2).
What gas mileage does the 2020 BMW X1 get?
EPA ratings run up to 27 mpg combined (2.0 L, Automatic (S8)), across 2 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2020 BMW X1 repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.