2019 BMW X1 Recalls, Complaints & Specs
3 safety recalls list the 2019 BMW X1, and owners have filed 11 complaints with NHTSA. Check your own VIN below.
3 safety recalls for the 2019 BMW X1
Most recent first. Recall repairs are free at any authorised dealer. Click a recall for the full defect, consequence and remedy text.
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Tie rod assembly (steering)
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018-2019 BMW X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i, 2019 X2 xDrive28i, MINI Cooper S Convertible, Countryman, and John Cooper Works Countryman vehicles. 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…
Remedy: 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. Owners may contact BMW customer service at…
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Roof and pillars (structure)
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2016-2019 X1 sDrive28i and X1 xDrive28i vehicles. 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…
Remedy: 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.…
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Tail lights (exterior lighting)
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018-2019 BMW X1 sDrive28i and X1 xDrive28i vehicles. Contaminated hardware may cause the attachment brackets of the taillight housings to crack, causing the lights to loosen or possibly detach from the vehicle.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will properly secure the taillights, free of charge. The recall began March 28, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
11 owner complaints filed with NHTSA
Owners of the 2019 BMW X1 have filed 11 complaints with NHTSA; 1 describe a crash. Reports cite 3 injuries and 0 deaths. The average mileage at failure in those reports is 33,814 miles. Complaints peaked in 2025 with 3 filed that year.
Most-reported components
What owners are reporting
“My car began shaking at low speeds when turning. Brought it to a mechanic to investigate and they performed a recommended manufacturer alteration on the car related to rear differential vent. That did”
Owner complaint to NHTSA, June 6, 2026 · Power train
“A recall was issued for similar vehicles (X1) but ended with the 2018 model year (Recall 24V-608). This issue continues to be present in the 2019 model year. The thermostats in subsequent year models”
Owner complaint to NHTSA, September 9, 2025 · Engine
Fuel economy and specs
EPA ratings for the 2019 BMW X1 (X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i). Ranges cover every tested configuration.
| Combined | 25–26 mpg |
|---|---|
| City / Highway | 22–23 / 31–32 |
| Fuel | Premium |
| EPA class | Large Cars |
| Engine | 4 cyl, 2 L |
| Transmission | Automatic (S8) |
Compare BMW X1 model years
Recall and complaint counts for every BMW X1 model year in NHTSA's database.
| Model year | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 BMW X1 | 1 | 0 |
| 2013 BMW X1 | 2 | 38 |
| 2014 BMW X1 | 2 | 55 |
| 2015 BMW X1 | 2 | 52 |
| 2016 BMW X1 | 3 | 159 |
| 2017 BMW X1 | 2 | 156 |
| 2018 BMW X1 | 4 | 59 |
| 2019 BMW X1 | 3 | 11 |
| 2020 BMW X1 | 1 | 13 |
| 2021 BMW X1 | 1 | 9 |
| 2022 BMW X1 | 2 | 1 |
| 2023 BMW X1 | 6 | 70 |
| 2024 BMW X1 | 3 | 30 |
| 2025 BMW X1 | 3 | 17 |
| 2026 BMW X1 | 2 | 1 |
Checking a specific 2019 BMW X1
How do I know if my 2019 BMW X1 has an open recall?
Enter your 17-character VIN above. The VIN is on the driver's side dashboard (visible through the windshield), the driver's door jamb sticker, and your registration or insurance card. The check runs against NHTSA's live database and tells you which campaigns list your vehicle. 3 campaigns currently list the 2019 BMW X1; your car may already have been repaired under some of them.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Under federal law, manufacturers must fix safety recalls at no charge for vehicles up to 15 years old from the date of sale to the first owner. Contact any authorised BMW dealer with your VIN and the NHTSA campaign number (for example 19V074000).
What is the difference between a recall and a complaint?
A recall is a safety campaign filed by the manufacturer or ordered by NHTSA, with a defined defect and remedy. A complaint is a report an owner sent to NHTSA; it is not verified, but patterns of complaints are what trigger NHTSA investigations and, eventually, recalls.
Other BMW models
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- 325I1,386 complaints
- Z41,281 complaints
- 3 Series843 complaints
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- 330I815 complaints
Source: NHTSA recall and complaint databases and EPA fuel economy data, October 2026. Complaint counts are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. Recall counts are safety campaigns that list this model year; whether a particular car was already repaired depends on its VIN. How this data is compiled.