BMW X1 recalls
Recalls to 31 Oct 2026, from DVSA's file. Each recall shows its own launch date.
DVSA lists 40 safety recalls naming the BMW X1, launched from 2012 to 2026. Most recalls cover only cars built in certain dates or chassis number ranges, so check a specific car on GOV.UK's recall check.
BMW X1 recalls at a glance
- Recalls
- 40
- 2012 to 2026
- Latest recall
- 12 January 2026
- R/2025/327
Source: DVSA RecallsFile.csv, recalls launched from 1992 to October 2026, downloaded 31 October 2026. Open Government Licence v3.0.
Every BMW X1 recall
Newest first. The concern is the part or system affected, the defect is what can go wrong, and the remedy is what the manufacturer does to put it right.
Replace the Driver’s Airbag – Takata PSDI-5
R/2025/327, launched 12 January 2026. Also covers the 1 Series, 3 Series, X3
Defect: Affected vehicles may be fitted with a drivers airbag which may deploy with too much explosive force causing sharp metal fragments to be released into the cabin. It has the potential to fatally or seriously injure vehicle occupants.
Remedy: Affected vehicles will have the airbag replaced.
Takata Driver and/or Passenger Airbag Recall (Global VINs)
R/2025/349, launched 18 December 2025. Also covers the 1 Series, 2 Series, 3 Series, 4 Series, 5 Series, 6 Series, X3, X4, X5, X5M, X6, X6M
Defect: Affected vehicles are already included in Safety Recalls within the markets they have previously resided in. The vehicles may be fitted with a driver and/or passenger airbag/s which if deployed may do so with excessive force causing sharp metal fragments to be released this may cause serious injury which could prove fatal to people in the vicinity.
Remedy: Vehicles will have the affected airbags checked and if necessary replaced.
Seat Belt Rear Outer Seats
R/2025/443, launched 23 October 2025. Also covers the 1 Series, 2 Series
Defect: On affected vehicles either one or both of the outer most rear seats may not have been manufactured correctly and the sensitivity sensor may be deformed. If the sensor is not functioning correctly there is a risk the seat belt may not operate as intended.
Remedy: On affected vehicles the affected seatbelts will be checked and replaced.
Front Seat Belt Retractor
R/2025/398, launched 23 September 2025. Also covers the 2 Series, X2
Defect: On affected vehicles the front seat belts may have damage to the torsion bar caused during manufacture. The retention function of the seat belt may not perform as expected in the event of an accident.
Remedy: Affected vehicles will have the affected seatbelts replaced.
Checking the B-Pillar U11
R/2025/015, launched 20 January 2025, 1,322 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Affected vehicles may have a B-Pillar which may have been produced using incorrect materials.
Remedy: Affected vehicles will have an inspection conducted and if an affected B-Pillar is found it will be replaced with a component of the correct specification.
Hydraulic Brake System Unit Replacement
R/2024/414, launched 24 October 2024. Also covers the 2 Series, 5 Series, 7 Series, X2, X5, X7, Xm
Defect: On affected vehicles the brake servomotor was improperly welded. The weld seam might not withstand the stresses caused under high brake pressure leading to a requirement for a higher brake effort increasing the braking distance.
Remedy: Affected vehicles will have the hydraulic unit of the brake system replaced.
Check Driver’s Airbag for Conversion Takata SDI & PSDI-5
R/2024/403, launched 21 October 2024. Also covers the 1 Series, 2 Series, 3 Series, 4 Series, 5 Series, 6 Series, X3, X4, X5, X6
Defect: Affected vehicles may have had a retrofit or conversion of the airbag using a previously recalled airbag variant which if deployed may do so with excessive force causing sharp metal fragments to be released this may cause serious injury possibly fatal to people in the vicinity. The original factory fitment airbag for the vehicle is not affected.
Remedy: Vehicles will have the airbag checked and if necessary replaced.
Integrated Braking System
R/2024/383, launched 13 September 2024. Also covers the 1 Series, 2 Series, 5 Series, 7 Series, X2, X5, X5M, X6, X6M, X7, Xm
Defect: On certain vehicles the Integrated Brake (IB) system may be impaired due to contamination between electrical contacts.
Remedy: Vehicles that may be affected by contamination are required to have the vehicle’s software updated which can detect signal interference before it occurs. If symptoms are detected you should refrain from use of the vehicle and the affected Integrated Brake (IB) system component will be replaced.
Checking the Seat Mechanism of the Left Front Seat U11
R/2024/300, launched 1 August 2024, 1 vehicle affected across the models it covers
Defect: On affected vehicles the seat mechanism of the front left seat may not have been manufactured within accordance to specifications It is possible that an incorrectly sized rivet was used during production. As a result the mechanism may fail in the event of an accident.
Remedy: On affected vehicles the front left seat mechanism will be checked and if necessary replaced.
Replacing the Backrest Frame of the Front Left Seat
R/2024/277, launched 8 July 2024. Also covers the X2
Defect: On affected vehicles the welding of the recliner adjustment on the backrest of the left front seat may not have been performed to specification potentially resulting in insufficient locking of the backrest.
Remedy: On the affected vehicles the Left front seat backrest will be replaced.
Replace VANOS bolts N51 N52 N55
R/2024/191, launched 1 May 2024. Also covers the 1 Series, 3 Series, 5 Series, 6 Series, 7 Series, X3, X5, Z4
Defect: On affected vehicles overtime the aluminium screws can loosen or break on the adjustable variable camshaft timing (VANOS) units potentially resulting in engine emergency mode being activated.
Remedy: On affected vehicles the eight aluminium screws will be replaced if evidence of faulty screws is found then the VANOS adjustment unit will also be replaced.
Integrated Braking System
R/2024/119, launched 7 March 2024. Also covers the 2 Series, 5 Series, 7 Series, X5, X5M, X6, X6M, X7, Xm
Defect: On affected vehicles an unexpected loss of hydraulic brake assistance may occur and may result in a different pedal behaviour under specific conditions an extended braking distance may be experienced and ABS/Stability control may be impaired
Remedy: On the affected vehicles the Integrated Brake System will be replaced
On some diesel vehicles glycol leakage from the EGR-Cooler may occur. In very rare cases this could lead to the melting of the Intake manifold and in very rare cases result in a possible fire.
R/2023/172, launched 19 June 2023, 4,923 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the 2 Series
Defect: On some diesel vehicles glycol leakage from the EGR-Cooler may occur. In very rare cases this could lead to the melting of the Intake manifold and in very rare cases result in a possible fire.
Remedy: Initial warning letter with advice to be sent with follow up Letter to call in vehicles for rectification work to be carried out on the affected vehicles once parts are available. The EGR cooler will be replaced with an optimised component.
In rare cases the lower section of the outer seat belts may have been trapped behind the lower part of the C-pillar interior trim panels.
R/2023/127, launched 1 May 2023, 1,963 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the 2 Series
Defect: In rare cases the lower section of the outer seat belts may have been trapped behind the lower part of the C-pillar interior trim panels.
Remedy: Check the fitment of the rear seat belts and if applicable release any trapped components.
A possible degradation of the propellant tablets could lead to an over-aggressive combustion in the event the airbag is activated which may cause the inflator body to rupture.
R/2023/016, launched 24 January 2023. Also covers the 1 Series, 2 Series, 3 Series, 4 Series, 5 Series, 6 Series, X3, X4, X5, X5M, X6, X6M
Defect: A possible degradation of airbag propellant tablets could lead to an over-aggressive combustion in the event the airbag is activated which may cause the inflator body to rupture.
Remedy: On affected vehicles the drivers airbag module will be replaced.
One or both of the front panoramic sunroof drain tubes may be cracked this could result in water entering the interior of the vehicle. The wiring harness and body control unit (BCP) can be exposed to water and damaged.
R/2022/340, launched 28 November 2022, 77 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: One or both of the front panoramic sunroof drain tubes may be cracked this could result in water entering the interior of the vehicle. The wiring harness and body control unit (BCP) can be exposed to water and damaged. If water enters the BCP control unit the electrical function could be impaired.
Remedy: On the affected vehicles both front drain tubes will be checked and if required the tubes repaired.
The high-pressure fuel rail may not have been produced according to specifications
R/2022/280, launched 3 October 2022, 1 vehicle affected across the models it covers
Defect: The high-pressure fuel rail may not have been produced according to specifications.
Remedy: Replace the high-pressure fuel rail.
Undetected EGR System leaks may cause thermal activity in the intake manifold
R/2022/255, launched 22 August 2022, 322,745 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the 1 Series, 2 Series, 3 Series, 4 Series, 5 Series, 6 Series, 7 Series, 8 Series, X3, X4, X5, X6, X7
Defect: Undetected EGR System leaks may cause thermal activity in the intake manifold.
Remedy: The engine management control unit (DDE) will be programmed with improved software incorporating the latest OBD functionality.
THE EXHAUST GAS RECIRCULATION COOLER MAY LEAK OVER TIME AND CAUSE THERMAL INCIDENT
R/2022/206, launched 1 August 2022, 319,399 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the 1 Series, 2 Series, 3 Series, 4 Series, 5 Series, 6 Series, 7 Series, X3, X4, X5, X6
Defect: The Exhaust Gas Recirculation cooler may leak over time and cause thermal incident.
Remedy: On the affected vehicles the EGR cooler module will be replaced.
THE MICRO GAS GENERATOR WITHIN THE FRONT SEATBELT'S RETRACTOR MAY HAVE BEEN DAMAGED
R/2022/089, launched 30 March 2022, 2,018 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the 3 Series, X2, i3
Defect: The micro gas generator within the front seatbelt’s retractor may have been damaged and may not act according to the specification in the event of an accident.
Remedy: On the affected vehicles the front seatbelts will be checked and replaced if they are found to have been damaged
THE MATERIAL QUALITY OF THE SCREWS USED FOR SEAT BELTS AND REAR SEATS MAY NOT BE TO SPECIFICATIONS.
R/2021/442, launched 29 December 2021, 38 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the 1 Series, 2 Series, 5 Series, X2, i3
Defect: The material quality of seat and seatbelt screws may not be according to specification.
Remedy: On the affected vehicles the screws will be replaced in specific locations on the seat belts or rear seats.
REMAINING PARTICLES IN THE CELLS OF THE HIGH VOLTAGE BATTERY CAN CAUSE A SHORT CIRCUIT
R/2020/283, launched 14 December 2020, 2,665 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the 2 Series, 3 Series, 5 Series, 7 Series, I8, X2, X3, X5
Defect: A possibility of impurities contained in the HV batteries may cause short circuit.
Remedy: Testing of battery charge cycles and replacement of the HV cells where necessary.
REMAINING PARTICLES IN THE CELLS OF THE HIGH VOLTAGE BATTERY CAN CAUSE A SHORT CIRCUIT
R/2020/298, launched 22 October 2020, 871 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the 2 Series, 3 Series, 5 Series, 7 Series, X2, X5
Defect: In very rare cases welding beads were not always completely removed in the cleaning process during battery production.
Remedy: Test and replace the High Voltage batteries if affected.
THE EXHAUST GAS RECIRCULATION MODULE COOLER COULD LEAK OVER TIME
R/2020/179, launched 17 August 2020, 71,128 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the 1 Series, 2 Series, Clubman, Countryman, MINI Hatch
Defect: The Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) Module cooler could leak over time
Remedy: The EGR cooler will be inspected on the affected vehicles and replaced if evidence of leaking is found.
THE AIR BAG CONTROL UNIT MAY HAVE BEEN EQUIPPED WITH A DEFECTIVE SENSOR FOR THE ROLLOVER DETECTION
R/2020/162, launched 8 June 2020, 189 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the MINI Hatch, i3
Defect: The air bag control unit may have been equipped with a defective sensor for the rollover detection.
Remedy: The Airbag control unit (ACSM4i) will be replaced on the affected vehicles.
THE STEERING GEAR TIE ROD MAY NOT HAVE BEEN ASSEMBLED WITH THE REQUIRED SPHERICAL WASHER
R/2019/288, launched 1 April 2020, 19 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the 2 Series, Countryman, MINI Convertible
Defect: The steering gear tie rod may not have been assembled with a required spherical washer
Remedy: Both steering gear tie rods will be checked and if affected tie rod/s and accompanying swivel bearing/s will be replaced
REAR LIGHTS MAY BE FIXED WITH INCORRECT SECURING NUTS
R/2019/071, launched 4 March 2019, 3,722 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: The rear lights of affected vehicles might be fixed with securing nuts which may not have been produced to supplier specifications.
Remedy: The rear lights will be checked and if necessary replaced.
EXHAUST GAS RECIRCULATION MODULE COOLER COULD LEAK
R/2018/341, launched 7 December 2018, 225,449 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the 1 Series, 2 Series, 3 Series, 4 Series, 5 Series, 6 Series, 7 Series, X3, X4, X5, X6
Defect: The EGR cooler may leakpresenting a fire risk
Remedy: A visual inspection of the EGR cooler to check for leaks and excessive build-up of deposits. The EGR cooler will be replaced on all affected vehicles
SOFTWARE FAULT WITH CRANKSHAFT SENSOR
R/2018/211, launched 20 August 2018, 4,025 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the 1 Series, 2 Series, 3 Series, 4 Series, 5 Series, 6 Series, 7 Series, Countryman, MINI Hatch, X2
Defect: The affected vehicles may be equipped with a crankshaft sensor with a software fault. The crankshaft sensor cannot process the signal values from the crankshaft transmitter due to an improper firmware level. The firmware does not compensate sufficiently the temperature gradients and the magnetic field strength of the sensor electronic. If the crankshaft sensor cannot process the signal values from the transmitter the Digital Diesel Electronic (DDE) will notice that and change to the emergency operation mode. The emergency mode will be displayed by the check control message ‘engine malfunction’. The driver may notice a rough running engine and a reduced driving power (70%). However an engine stalling during driving conditions cannot be excluded.
Remedy: On the affected vehicles the crankshaft sensor will be replaced with a new version.
FRONT AXLE SWIVEL BEARINGS MAY NOT HAVE BEEN PRODUCED TO SPECIFICATION
R/2018/171, launched 9 July 2018, 100 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the 2 Series, Countryman
Defect: Due to a fault in the supplier production process the swivel bearings on the front axle of the affected vehicles may not have been produced to specification. Due to an insufficient heat treatment the fracture strain has been reduced. The affected swivel bearings could break causing loss of wheel guidance during driving.
Remedy: On the affected vehicles both swivel bearings will be checked and if necessary replaced with a part produced to specification.
PLUG IN CONTACT CABLE MAY MALFUNCTION
R/2018/132, launched 7 June 2018, 311,848 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the 1 Series, 3 Series, Z4
Defect: The positive battery cable to the front distribution box behind the glove box can become damaged by vibrations and frictional corrosion. This may cause a loss of electrical connection to the distributions box. Symptoms include being unable to gain entry or start the car but the most common are a flickering instrument panel or uneven engine performance. However if the electrical connection is completely lost this will also affect the operation of the vehicles lighting systems; e.g. sidelights or hazard warning lamps.
Remedy: On affected vehicles carry out a suitable repair to the battery cable positive cable.
FRONT PASSENGER AIRBAG MAYNOT DEPLOY CORRECTLY
R/2017/171, launched 5 June 2017, 7,948 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: It is possible a recess on the inside of the instrument panel was not machined correctly. The recess is the predetermined break point of the instrument panel when the front passenger airbag is activated. If the milling has not been carried out correctly the proper deployment of the front passenger airbag cannot be ensured.
Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and check the milling of the predetermined break point. Where necessary the instrument panel will be replaced.
DRIVESHAFT UNIVERSAL JOINT MAY BREAK
R/2017/132, launched 11 April 2017, 10,849 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the 1 Series, 3 Series, 5 Series, 6 Series, 7 Series, Z4
Defect: Due to insufficient strength the front universal joint in the rear front universal joint of the rear prop shaft may fail.
Remedy: On affected vehicle replace the universal joint with a modified version
PLUG IN CONTACT CABLE MAY MALFUNCTION
R/2017/114, launched 10 April 2017, 36,410 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the 1 Series, 3 Series, Z4
Defect: It is possible that the connection between the B+ cable and the Power Distribution Box can become damaged by wear and heat which is caused by high current flow and high contact resistance. Normally this will result in a non-start situation after parking the vehicle. However it is possible that this could in extreme cases occur whilst the vehicle is in motion. The driver should be made aware of the issue by flickering of the instrument cluster (dash) or an engine mis-fire; but if the driver does not then the engine could cut-out without warning.
Remedy: Recall all affected vehicles with petrol engines and replace the cable/connection with a more robust item.
AIRBAG MAY NOT DEPLOY
R/2017/052, launched 7 February 2017, 2 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: A recess on the inside of the fascia panel may not have been correctly machined . This recess affects the deployment of the front passenger's air bag and it may not deploy as intended.
Remedy: On affected vehicles replace fascia panel.
AIRBAGS MAY NOT DEPLOY
R/2017/011, launched 10 January 2017, 668 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the 2 Series, 4 Series, 5 Series, 6 Series, I8, MINI Hatch
Defect: The igniter for the certain airbag modules may not have been correctly manufactured which may affect air bag deployment in the event of a collision.
Remedy: Where necessary replace affected airbag modules.
ENGINE EMERGENCY MODE MAY BE ACTIVATED DURING DRIVING
R/2014/068, launched 28 July 2014, 2,967 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the 1 Series, 3 Series, 5 Series, 6 Series, 7 Series, X3, X5, Z4
Defect: The screws retaining the variable camshaft timing (VANOS) housing may loosen and under certain circumstances the heads may break off. This can lead to the VANOS leaking oil internally and adversely affect the valve timing adjustment. If found to deviating from targeted data the engine emergency mode will be activated. This will be indicated by a distinct change in engine running. The orange engine management warning lamp and a check message; On vehicles with N51/N52 engines this will appear at ignition recycle on N55 engine it will display immediately.
Remedy: Repalce bolted connection of the VANOS adjustment unit
LOSS OF DRIVE
R/2013/080, launched 5 July 2013, 4 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the 1 Series, 3 Series, Z4
Defect: It is possible that over a period of time the bolt securing the clutch cover/pressure plate may become loose. The drive should be warned of this by the behaviour of the clutch noise from it or inability to select gears. Under certain conditions complete loss of drive could occur which could place the driver and occupant of the vehicle in a prone position.
Remedy: Recall all affected vehicles and replace the clutch bolts.
ENGINE MAY CUT OUT
R/2013/024, launched 4 April 2013, 36 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the 1 Series, 3 Series, Z4
Defect: It is possible that the connection between the B+ cable and the Power Distribution Box can become damaged by wear and heat which is caused by high current flow and high contact resistance. Normally this will result in a non-start situation after parking the vehicle. However it is possible that this could in extreme cases occur whilst the vehicle is in motion. The driver should be make aware of the issue by flickering of the instrument cluster (dash) or an engine mis-fire; but if the driver does not then the engine could cut-out without warning.
Remedy: Recall all affected vehicles and replace the cable/connection with a more robust item.
EPS MAY NOT PERFORM AS SPECIFIED
R/2012/081, launched 30 July 2012, 701 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the 1 Series, 3 Series, Z4
Defect: Due to a component in the integrated control module not being to specification it is possible power steering assistance may fail. If this happens the EPS warning lamp will illuminate and a check control message will appear on the dashboard display. Directional control will be maintained albeit with additional driver input.
Remedy: Recall vehicles likely to be affected to replace the steering box.
Source: DVSA RecallsFile.csv, recalls launched from 1992 to October 2026, downloaded 31 October 2026. Open Government Licence v3.0.
What to do next
If you own a BMW X1, check its registration on GOV.UK and ask a BMW dealer whether any recall work is outstanding. If you are buying one, ask the seller for proof the work was done, and run a Motoring Insider history check for finance, write-offs and the MOT history.