Every 2023 BMW X1 recall
Each campaign as NHTSA published it: what is wrong, what can happen, and the fix. Newest first.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · NHTSA 26V422000
Jul 1, 2026Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Power Assist:Electric:Control Module
- Problem
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2025 Mini Cooper S, Mini Countryman S All4, X2, 2024 Rolls-Royce Spectre, 2023-2025 i7, 7 Series, X7, 2024-2025 i5, 5 Series, 2023-2024 XM, X1, 2024-2025 X6, and X5 vehicles. The integrated brake (IB) system may malfunction and result in a loss of power brake assist or cause the Antilock Brake (ABS) and Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) systems to not function properly.
- Risk
- A loss of power brake assist can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle. Additionally, malfunctioning ABS and/or DSC systems can cause a loss of vehicle control. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- The Integrated brake system will be inspected and, if necessary, replaced, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 21, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Rolls-Royce customer service at 1-877-877-3735. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning August 21, 2026. Vehicles previously repaired under recall 24V739 or 24V104 will need to have the new remedy completed.
Full recall details for 26V422000 →Electronic Stability Control (Esc) · NHTSA 24V697000
Sep 18, 2024Electronic Stability Control (Esc):Control Module
- Problem
- BMW of North America (BMW) is recalling certain 2023-2024 X1, 2024-2025 X5, 2025 X6, 2023-2025 X7, 740i, 760i, 2024 XM, 530i, 540i, i7, 750e, X2, 2024-2025 i5, 2024 Rolls Royce Spectre, 2025 MINI Countryman S ALL4, JCW Countryman ALL4, and 2025 MINI Hardtop 2 Door (Cooper, Cooper S) vehicles. Please refer to the recall report for the complete list of models. The welds in the servomotor of the integrated brake control module may break, causing a loss of power brake assist and rear brake function. In addition, the Antilock Brake System (ABS) and Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) system may not function.
- Risk
- A loss of brake power assist or rear brake function can result in extended stopping distance. A loss of ABS or DSC can cause a loss of vehicle handling and control. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will replace the integrated brake system, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 13, 2024. Owners can contact BMW Customer Service at 1-800-525-7417.
Full recall details for 24V697000 →Electronic Stability Control (Esc) · NHTSA 24V104000
Feb 12, 2024Electronic Stability Control (Esc)
- Problem
- BMW of North America, LLC. (BMW) is recalling certain 2023-2025 BMW, MINI, and Rolls-Royce vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models and model years. The integrated brake (IB) system may malfunction and result in a loss of power brake assist or cause the Antilock Brake (ABS) and Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) systems to not function properly.
- Risk
- A loss of power brake assist can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle. Additionally, malfunctioning ABS and/or DSC systems can cause a loss of vehicle control. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will replace the integrated brake system, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed between June and December 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Rolls Royce customer service at 1-877-877-3735.
Full recall details for 24V104000 →Electronic Stability Control (Esc) · NHTSA 24V739000
Feb 10, 2024Electronic Stability Control (Esc)
- Problem
- BMW of North America, LLC. (BMW) is recalling certain 2023-2024 X1, X5, X6, X7, XM, 530i, i5, 740i, 760i, i7, and 750e vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models and model years. The integrated brake (IB) system may malfunction and result in a loss of power brake assist or cause the Antilock Brake (ABS) and Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) systems to not function properly.
- Risk
- A loss of power brake assist can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle. Additionally, malfunctioning ABS and/or DSC systems can cause a loss of vehicle control. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will replace the integrated brake module, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters notifying owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed November 22, 2024. Second letters will be mailed once the parts are available. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicles in this recall were previously repaired under recall number 24V-104 and will need to have the new remedy completed.
Full recall details for 24V739000 →Seat Belts · NHTSA 23V260000
Dec 4, 2023Seat Belts:Rear/Other
- Problem
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2023 X1 xDrive28i, X1 M35i vehicles. On the second-row outboard seats, the seat belts may have been pinched by an interior trim panel during vehicle assembly.
- Risk
- A pinched seat belt may not function properly, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will inspect and adjust the interior trim panel, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 9, 2023. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Full recall details for 23V260000 →Air Bags · NHTSA 23V079000
Feb 14, 2023Air Bags:Frontal
- Problem
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022-2023 iX xDrive40, iX xDrive50, iX M60 and 2022-2023 X1 xDrive28i vehicles. The front driver's air bag may have been manufactured incorrectly and may not deploy as intended during a crash.
- Risk
- A driver's air bag that does not deploy as intended during a crash increases the risk of injury.
- Fix
- Dealers will replace the driver's air bag, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 14, 2023. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Full recall details for 23V079000 →
2023 BMW X1 complaints and service bulletins
Owners filed 70 complaints with NHTSA about the 2023 BMW X1, reporting 2 crashes. BMW has issued at least 78 technical service bulletins (repair instructions to dealers) for this model year. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is the manufacturer’s admission of a safety defect.
Most-reported components
- Electronic Stability Control (Esc)31
- Service Brakes31
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic22
- Forward Collision Avoidance7
- Power Train6
- Air Bags4
Service bulletins by component
- Electrical System (30)
- Structure (14)
- Equipment (7)
- Power Train (6)
- Exterior Lighting (5)
- Seats (4)
Read BMW X1 owner complaints and bulletins, every year
What people reported
Owners have filed 70 complaints with NHTSA about the 2023 BMW X1. A few in their own words, shortened. Complaints are unverified and are not proof of a defect or of any recall.
Crash
“A deer was standing ahead in the road and I began to brake! I was only going 25-30mph. The brakes were hard to push and it felt like something was malfunctioning eventually hitting the deer straight on!!!”
2023 BMW X1Nov 6, 2024
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11623815
Crash
“The vehicle is equipped with a dual clutch transmission and has the EPA mandated auto-start feature.”
2023 BMW X1Jul 11, 2024
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11601283
“In November 2025, I was driving an errand on city streets in a neighborhood. Speed was approximately 30-35MPH. Two lane road.”
2023 BMW X1Jun 9, 2026 · CA
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11742992
“am writing to report a potential safety and fire hazard issue involving my BMW X1, along with ongoing electrical concerns I have experienced with this vehicle since purchase. Approximately two weeks ago, for the first time in three years, I needed to bring the vehicle in for an oil change.”
2023 BMW X1May 20, 2026 · NJ
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11739163
“Right around mid-December 2025, I parked my car, and went to bed, just to wake up on a notification that my battery was depleted and I should go to a service center. I went to the nearest BMW dealership, and had them check out the issue.”
2023 BMW X1Feb 18, 2026
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11718900
Check your X1 by VIN
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