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BMW X2 problems, recalls & best years

The deets on every X2 from 2018 to 2026: 30 owner complaints and 11 recalls across 9 model years.

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2018 (15), 2026 (5), 2019 (3). Best fuel economy: 28 mpg combined (2026).

BMW X2
Photo: Retired electrician · CC0 · Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of this generation; trim may differ.

Problem areas across all years

Other / unknown10
Electrical7
Exterior lights6
Brakes4
Engine4
Steering3
Fuel & propulsion3
Airbags2

Year by year

YearRecallsComplaintsBest mpg
201811526
20191326
20201227
20211027
20220127
20230127
20242228
20253128
20262528

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FAQ

What is the worst year for the BMW X2?

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2018 (15), 2026 (5), 2019 (3).

How many recalls has the BMW X2 had?

Across 2018–2026, NHTSA lists 11 vehicle recall campaigns by model year (a campaign that covers several years counts once per year).