The 2017 BMW X1's moderate safety profile includes 1 recall campaigns and 155 owner-reported complaints. Make recall verification part of your pre-purchase checklist.

Recalls

155

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

The 2017 BMW X1 has accumulated 155 NHTSA complaints over 1 years, with power train leading the pack. Know what to look for before you buy.

01Power Train36

02Unknown Or Other31

03Structure13

04Electrical System9

05Engine8

155 total across 1 model years (2017–2017)Full data at NHTSA.gov

BMW X1 Fuel Economy

25–26mpg combined

22-23city

31-32hwy

$3,150-$3,250/yr

With 2 configurations tested, the 2017 BMW X1 ranges from 25 to 26 MPG combined. That's a 1 MPG gap that can add up to hundreds of dollars a year in fuel costs.

By Trim

X1 sDrive28i - Automatic (S8)

26mpg

2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive

23 city32 hwy~$3,150/yr6/10 Average

X1 xDrive28i - Automatic (S8)

25mpg

2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive

22 city31 hwy~$3,250/yr5/10 Average

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

Where to Find 2017 BMW X1

31States

29%in top 3

If you're near California, you're in luck: 12% of listings are there. But with 31 states represented, there's likely one near you too.

CACalifornia

68512%

FLFlorida

5239%

TXTexas

5219%

ILIllinois

4027%

DCWashington DC

3837%

PAPennsylvania

3636%

MDMaryland

3606%

NYNew York

3356%

AZArizona

2194%

DEDelaware

2174%

NJNew Jersey

1893%

GAGeorgia

1673%

NCNorth Carolina

1322%

WAWashington

1282%

MOMissouri

1162%

CO97

OH81

TN75

OR69

CT69

HI68

MA64

NV62

MI61

RI60

MN59

NH46

UT45

OK42

VA36

AL31

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2017.

2017 BMW X1 Buyer FAQ

What to know before you buy

Is the 2017 BMW X1 a good car to buy?

Here's the short version on the 2017 BMW X1. There are 1 recall to verify before purchase. Dig into the safety overview and pricing trends for recall-by-recall detail.

Are there recalls on the 2017 BMW X1?

NHTSA shows 1 recall campaign for the 2017 BMW X1. Before buying, verify all recalls are complete. The dealer must fix them at no charge. See the safety section for the full list.

What's the gas mileage of the 2017 BMW X1?

You'll get between 25 and 26 MPG combined from the 2017 BMW X1, depending on engine and drivetrain. That's a meaningful difference over time. The fuel economy table shows exactly which configs get what.

What are common problems with the 2017 BMW X1?

POWER TRAIN problems top the list with 155 total complaints filed. Not every car is affected, but it's worth asking about and inspecting. Full details in the known issues section.