BMW X1 SAV years to avoid
No model year of the BMW X1 SAV stands out with more than twice its typical number of complaints.
Best BMW X1 SAV years
Not enough model years on the road yet to compare.
BMW X1 SAV 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 X1 SAV problems
All model years combined.
- Airbags99
- Electrical20
- Engine17
- Brakes13
- Body13
- Transmission8
- Acceleration6
- Steering5
- Seat belts5
- Visibility4
- Fuel system4
- Wheels2
BMW X1 SAV problems year by year
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| Year | Score | Complaints | Top problem | Typical mileage | Recalls | Crashes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 93 | 8 | Body | 6,015 | 2 | 0 | |
| 2016 | 95 | 4 | Acceleration | 1 | 1 | ||
| 2015 | 74 | 42 | Airbags | 28,000 | 2 | 4 | |
| 2014 | 59 | 59 | Airbags | 36,000 | 4 | 5 | |
| 2013 | 59 | 64 | Airbags | 43,000 | 3 | 2 |
Recalls 7
BMW X1 SAV warranty extensions
Repairs the manufacturer covers beyond the normal warranty. Check whether your car and mileage qualify before paying for one of these.
Questions about the BMW X1 SAV
What years of the BMW X1 SAV should you avoid?
No single model year of the BMW X1 SAV has more than twice its typical number of owner complaints.
What is the best year for a used BMW X1 SAV?
There are not enough model years on the road yet to compare.
What is the most common problem with the BMW X1 SAV?
Airbags, with 99 complaints across all years, followed by electrical (20) and engine (17).
How many recalls does the BMW X1 SAV have?
7 recalls between 2013 and 2017. The 2014 model year has the most, with 4.
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