The 2016 BMW X1 has a elevated safety risk profile with 1 recall campaigns and 159 NHTSA complaints. Before buying, verify that all recalls have been completed. It's free at any dealer.

Recalls

159

Complaints

Crashes

Fires

Recall Findings

19V3490002019-09-05

STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS

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. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 201, "Occupant Protection in Interior Impact."

In the event of a crash, the insufficient impact absorption can increase the risk of injury.

View at NHTSA

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Across 1 model years, 159 owners have filed complaints about the 2016 BMW X1. UNKNOWN OR OTHER issues top the list, so ask the seller about this area specifically during your inspection.

01Unknown Or Other54

02Power Train29

03Visibility/wiper15

04Structure12

05Service Brakes7

159 total across 1 model years (2016–2016)Full data at NHTSA.gov

BMW X1 Fuel Economy

25mpg combined

22city

31hwy

$2,300/yr

With 25 MPG combined, the 2016 BMW X1 keeps things simple on fuel costs.

X1 xDrive28i - Automatic (S8)

25mpg

2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive

22 city31 hwy~$2,300/yr6/10 Average

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 2016 BMW X1

30States

27%in top 3

11% of the market sits in California, though listings span 30 states. Expand your search and you'll find more options at better prices.

CACalifornia

67311%

TXTexas

5529%

DCWashington DC

4517%

MDMaryland

4437%

FLFlorida

4417%

ILIllinois

4327%

NYNew York

4277%

PAPennsylvania

3426%

NJNew Jersey

2354%

DEDelaware

2194%

GAGeorgia

1963%

AZArizona

1863%

MOMissouri

1713%

WAWashington

1593%

NC134

CO123

NH88

TN86

MI78

OH65

MN62

RI58

OR58

NV56

CT52

MA50

WI41

HI39

IN32

VA31

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2016.

Buying a 2016 BMW X1?

Answers to common buyer questions

Is the 2016 BMW X1 a good car to buy?

The 2016 BMW X1 has 1 recall on record. There is 1 recall on record, so check that they've been completed before buying. The most commonly reported issue area is unknown or other, which is worth inspecting during a test drive. Review the safety data and pricing breakdown above.

Are there recalls on the 2016 BMW X1?

There are 1 documented recall for the 2016 BMW X1. Don't let that scare you; most are routine. Just make sure they're all resolved before you sign. Details in the safety overview.

What's the gas mileage of the 2016 BMW X1?

EPA rates the 2016 BMW X1 at 25 MPG combined across the board. Check the fuel economy section for the city/highway breakdown.

What are common problems with the 2016 BMW X1?

UNKNOWN OR OTHER is the number-one complaint area for the 2016 BMW X1, based on 159 NHTSA filings. During a test drive, pay extra attention to this system. See the known issues section for the full breakdown.