2020 BMW X1
Only 13 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
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.
Only 13 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 13
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2020
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2020: 13 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
Only 13 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Power train
4 of 13 total reports mention: power train.
Show complaint excerpts
I had a series of concerning incidents with my car. The trunk door was getting stuck halfway, but I was able to close it after turning on the engine.
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-08-29
Also filed under Back over prevention and electrical system
The contact owns a 2020 BMW X1. The contact stated that while driving 75 MPH, the vehicle suddenly decelerated to 10 MPH. There was no warning light illuminated.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-29
Also filed under Fuel system, gasoline and vehicle speed control
Engine
3 of 13 total reports mention: engine.
Service brakes
2 of 13 total reports mention: service brakes.
Seat belts
2 of 13 total reports mention: seat belts.
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I was in a front end crash at approximately 30 to 35 miles per hour and airbags did not deploy nor did the seatbelt lock. My chest hit the steering wheel and I was transported by EMS to hospital. Nothing was broken.
NHTSA ODI report, 2021-08-13
Also filed under Air bags
Fuel/propulsion system
2 of 13 total reports mention: fuel/propulsion system.
Safety timeline
1 recall · 1 investigation · oldest first
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2020-07-17Air bags20V283000 BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020 X1 xDrive28i, X1 sDrive28i, X2 xDrive28i and X2 sDrive28i, 2020 MINI Clubman Cooper S All4, 2021 MINI Hardtop 2 Door (Cooper, Cooper S, John Cooper Works and Cooper S E) and MINI Hardtop 4...
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air bag control unit, free of charge. The recall began July 17, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or MINI customer service at 1-866-825-1525.
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2023-01-27Defect petitionClosed 2023-08-07 Pedestrian alert sounds
Buy-smart checklist
2020 BMW X1 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Power train: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Service brakes: 2 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 20V283000 · Air bags
Other years of this model
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- Is the 2020 BMW X1 reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2020 BMW X1?
- The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 31% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2020 BMW X1 have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.