2018 BMW X1
This year's complaint volume is within 30% of this model's typical year.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
- Complaints
- 60
- Recalls
- 4
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- Structure
Campaigns on file for 2018
Opened by NHTSA
37% of complaints
Complaints per year
2018: 60 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2012 | 0 |
| 2013 | 38 |
| 2014 | 54 |
| 2015 | 52 |
| 2016 | 159 |
| 2017 | 156 |
| 2018 | 60 |
| 2019 | 13 |
| 2020 | 13 |
| 2021 | 8 |
| 2022 | 1 |
| 2023 | 71 |
| 2024 | 30 |
| 2025 | 17 |
| 2026 | 1 |
Known problem areas
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Structure
37% · 22 reportsMost commonly citing body and door.
Show complaint excerpts
Tailgate locking system has electronic kick. There is no electronic chirp to alert closing. I was struck in the head. The top latch is was reversed to 'male' equivalent to a hammer. The bottom latch was reversed as connector.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-02-14
Also filed under Visibility/wiper and electronic stability control (esc)
Electrical system
13% · 8 reportsMost commonly citing 12v/24v/48v battery.
Engine
10% · 6 reportsShow complaint excerpts
On XXX we finalized the sale through a online purchase. XXX The car was shipped & received to our residential address from [XXX] to [XXX] XXX.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-10-19
Also filed under Suspension
Air bags
10% · 6 reportsShow complaint excerpts
This was struck in the rear at the stop light.
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-05-06
This vehicle was rear ended with rear frame damage. The airbag light stays on and the seat belt was ejected and lock. The seat now will not extend to fit and latch.
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-04-18
Also filed under Seat belts
Visibility/wiper
7% · 4 reportsSafety timeline
4 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first
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2018-09-06Engine and engine cooling18V465000 BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 BMW 540d xDrive vehicles.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the crankshaft sensor, free of charge. The recall began September 6, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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2019-03-28Exterior lighting19V074000 BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018-2019 BMW X1 sDrive28i and X1 xDrive28i vehicles.
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.
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2019-09-27Structure19V349000 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.
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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2019-10-11Steering19V601000 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.
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.
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2021-09-17Engineering analysisOpen Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture
Buy-smart checklist
2018 BMW X1 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Structure: 22 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 8 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 6 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 18V465000 · Engine and engine cooling
- Recall 19V074000 · Exterior lighting
- Recall 19V349000 · Structure
- Recall 19V601000 · Steering
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- Is the 2018 BMW X1 reliable?
- Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2018 BMW X1 is rated "typical".
- What are the most common problems with the 2018 BMW X1?
- The most-reported component is structure, accounting for 37% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2018 BMW X1 have?
- 4 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.