The contact owns a 2015 BMW X1. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle, the vehicle hesitated while starting. Additionally, while stopped in traffic, the vehicle was shaking abnormally. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who determined that the camshaft position sensor needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 97,000.
2015 BMW X1: check engine light
6 of the 52 complaints about the 2015 BMW X1 describe check engine light.
- owner complaints
- 6
- of this car's complaints
- 12%
- recalls
- 0
Is there a fix? 6 service bulletins cover this area of the car. See below
Check engine light by model year
What owners say
The contact owns a 2015 BMW X1. The contact stated while driving approximately 50 MPH, the vehicle lost automotive power with the check engine warning light illuminated. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The vehicle was towed and left at the residence. The contact related the failure to the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 24V608000 (Engine and Engine Cooling, Electrical System); however, parts were not yet available. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 88,000.
The contact owns a 2015 BMW X1. The contact stated while driving 40-45 MPH, the engine overheated. The service engine warning light was illuminated. The thermostat symbol was displayed. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who determined that an unknown hose was cracked. The mechanic performed a compression test, and the top of the radiator was cracked. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The contact was adding coolant to the reservoir occasionally. The contact stated that coolant was leaking from the vehicle. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle shut off. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to shift into gear. The vehicle was towed to the residence. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 24V608000 (Engine and Engine Cooling, Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was approximately 118,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
Water pump recall has not been provided since the month of August . Engine light warning light just appeared on my vehicle
The engine caught on fire - While driving the car, the engine suddenly started running poorly. Check engine lights went on and the car went into limp mode. Smoke came out of the engine compartment. We were able to pull over to the side of the road. The engine died and would not start. The car was towed to an independant repair shop and then to the BMW dealer. BMW of NA sent a field investigation team to inspect the car. BMW said there was "thermal activity in the engine compartment where the intake ducting was partially melted". BMW would not release a copy of the report. The insurance company is inspecting the car now. Photos are available. This might be related to the federal safety agency recall number 22V‑119.
Tl* the contact owns a 2015 bmw x1. The contact stated while driving 35 MPH when she saw smoke exiting the hood then the vehicle began to jerk. The contact stated the check engine and under hazard warning lights were illuminated. The contact was able to drive to her residence. The vehicle was taken to local dealer vista bmw coconut creek (4401 w sample rd, coconut creek, fl 33073: (954) 905-4461) and was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and was informed the ignition cord and oil pan was needing to be replaced. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired as of yet. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 48,000.
Service bulletins that may apply
- Double Pipe Return
- Engine will crank but not start
- For the above-referenced vehicles, BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) is extending the limited warranty...
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) is extending the limited warranty for the engine timing chain and oil...
- BMW of North America, LLC BMW NA is extending the limited warranty for the engine timing chain and oil...
- Class action settlement: N54/N54T/N55 electric engine coolant pump .
Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Questions about the 2015 BMW X1 check engine light
Is check engine light a common problem on the 2015 BMW X1?
6 of 52 owner complaints about the 2015 BMW X1 (12%) mention check engine light. The model year with the most reports is 2014.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2015 BMW X1?
There are 0 recalls and 6 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
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