Recalls (2)
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2026 BMW X1. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
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Check on NHTSA ↗Damaged Seat Belt Retractor
- Summary
- BMW of North America, LLC is recalling certain 2026 2 Series Gran Coupe, X1, X2, and Mini Countryman S ALL4 vehicles. The housing pin in the rear (left and/or right) seat belt retractors may have been damaged during production, resulting in the retractor not locking the seat belt as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies."
- Consequence
- A damaged seat belt retractor may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the rear (left and/or right) seat belts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 18, 2025. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov December 12, 2025.
Damaged Seat Belt Retractor
- Summary
- BMW of North America, LLC is recalling certain 2025-2026 X1 and X2, MINI Cooper Convertible, MINI Cooper, Mini Countryman S ALL4, and 2025 MINI Countryman SE ALL4 vehicles. The torsion bar in both front seat belt retractors may have been damaged during production.
- Consequence
- A damaged seat belt retractor may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace both front seat belt retractors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 13, 2025. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) will be searchable on NHTSA.gov on November 7, 2025.
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Owner complaints (1)
1 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The service brakes is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Service brakes | 1 | 100% |
How 2026 compares with other X1 years
Best and worst X1 years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 164 | 4 |
| 2018 | 59 | 4 |
| 2019 | 11 | 3 |
| 2020 | 13 | 1 |
| 2021 | 9 | 1 |
| 2022 | 1 | 2 |
| 2023 | 70 | 6 |
| 2024 | 30 | 3 |
| 2025 | 17 | 3 |
| 2026 | 1 | 2 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Crash tests: 4 stars overall
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), 2026 BMW X1 suv awd, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 28 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $2,950
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 311 g/mi
- EPA class
- Small Sport Utility Vehicle
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 28 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 L 4-cyl · Automatic | All-Wheel Drive | 25 / 34 / 28 | $2,950 | 311 |
| 2 L 4-cyl · Automatic | All-Wheel Drive | 24 / 32 / 27 | $3,050 | 327 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
Looking at a 2026 X1 for sale?
Print a one-page buyer's checklist: each recall campaign with a box to tick when the seller shows proof of repair, the top complaint areas to inspect, crash stars, MPG, and a link back to this page.
Where to next
2026 BMW X1 FAQ
How many recalls does the 2026 BMW X1 have?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns: 25V717000 (seat belt), 25V616000 (seat belt). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2026 BMW X1 problems?
Owners filed 1 complaints with NHTSA. Service brakes (1) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2026 BMW X1 get?
EPA rates the 2 L 4-cyl · Automatic version at 25 city, 34 highway and 28 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
What safety rating did the 2026 BMW X1 get?
NHTSA rated the 2026 BMW X1 suv awd 4 stars overall, with 4 stars frontal, 5 stars side and 4 stars rollover (17.4% rollover risk).
How does the 2026 X1 compare with other years?
Among the 2017–2021 BMW X1 model years at least five years old, the 2021 drew the fewest complaints (9) and the 2017 the most (164). The 2026 drew 1. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.