BMW 1 Series M years to avoid
No model year of the BMW 1 Series M stands out with more than twice its typical number of complaints.
Best BMW 1 Series M years
Not enough model years on the road yet to compare.
BMW 1 Series M complaints by model year
Owner complaints by model year. Newer years have had less time on the road, so expect them to grow.
Most common BMW 1 Series M problems
All model years combined.
- Airbags5
- Engine1
BMW 1 Series M problems year by year
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| Year | Score | Complaints | Top problem | Typical mileage | Recalls | Crashes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | - | 3 | Airbags | 2 | 0 | ||
| 2011 | - | 2 | Airbags | 3 | 0 | ||
| 2009 | - | 1 | Airbags | 2 | 0 |
Recalls 3
Questions about the BMW 1 Series M
What years of the BMW 1 Series M should you avoid?
No single model year of the BMW 1 Series M has more than twice its typical number of owner complaints.
What is the best year for a used BMW 1 Series M?
There are not enough model years on the road yet to compare.
What is the most common problem with the BMW 1 Series M?
Airbags, with 5 complaints.
How many recalls does the BMW 1 Series M have?
3 recalls between 2009 and 2013. The 2012 model year has the most, with 3.
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