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2017 Bmw X1 Body & Structure Problems

16 owner-reported body & structure complaints from NHTSA data

16
Complaints
1
Recalls
Jan 2020Dec 2023
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Data sourced from NHTSA public database. For informational purposes only. Always consult a qualified mechanic.

Body & Structure Recalls (1)

RECALLCampaign #19V349000

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."

Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the vertical trim pieces on the upper portion of the interior B-Pillars, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed July 1, 2019. Second notices will be sent as parts become available, starting on September 27, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Owner Complaints (16)

criticalSTRUCTURE
Filed: Apr 2023

While we were driving on the freeway probably about 65 MPH, we heard a big explosion right next to us! We thought someone shot as us, the car swerved for a second, we noticed our the sunroof was exploded. We stopped and examined the evidence, no sign of rocks or object hit at the car

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NHTSA #: 11517242
mediumSTRUCTURE
Filed: Sep 2023

This week, again, the rear hatch came down on me as I was loading groceries and while I tried to fend it off, giving me a bruise on my lower arm The rear hatch door randomly closes while I am loading/unloading the rear of the X1. In the past I thought it might be the key fob being bumped in a purse or pocket, but NO. It happens randomly.

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NHTSA #: 11544987
mediumSTRUCTURE,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Filed: Jan 2020

The tailgate consistently closes on its own. Without my foot even being near the sensor that is located under the backend. T has slammed me in a back a few times when I've had my headphones in and did not hear the beeping.

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NHTSA #: 11299705
mediumSTRUCTURE
Filed: Sep 2019

Tl* the contact owns a 2017 bmw x1. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 19v349000 (structure). The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time to repair the vehicle.

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NHTSA #: 11259015
mediumSTRUCTURE
Filed: Jul 2019

Tl* the contact owns a 2017 bmw x1. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 19v349000 (structure); however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair.

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NHTSA #: 11234554
lowSTRUCTURE
Filed: Dec 2023

My car has a warning code saying, “ secure vehicle form rolling”. There is a fault spring within the shift column. BMW is not covering it as a recall even though it could roll and hit someone or something.

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NHTSA #: 11561583
lowSTRUCTURE
Filed: May 2023

The lifegate will shut without warning while loading or unloading from the back end. The sensors underneath were not foot triggered to initiate the gate closing.

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NHTSA #: 11520078
lowSTRUCTURE
Filed: Jan 2023

Bad engine mount after 32k miles. seems to be a common problem if you do a google search. These cars should be recalled for this.

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NHTSA #: 11503380
lowSTRUCTURE
Filed: Aug 2021

The rear hatch constantly closes on it's own when putting things in or pulling things out of the trunk. I've had my head hit by the lid or had to scramble to prevent it from hurting someone else. This is a safety hazard that BMW refuses to fix.

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NHTSA #: 11430222
lowSTRUCTURE
Filed: Jan 2021

The trunk starts closing by itself, 100s of examples on the internet for this happening.

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NHTSA #: 11389464
lowSTRUCTURE,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Filed: Aug 2020

The rear hatch of the bmw will spontaneously close without warning - causing the door to slam into ones head. There is no way of deactivating the foot sensor to block the hatch from inadvertently closing while a person is in the vicinity of the hatch door.

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NHTSA #: 11350984
lowSTRUCTURE,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Filed: Jun 2020

2017 bmw x1 rear hatch door shuts prematurely without reason which one has to quickly get out of the way to avoid injury. In my case, it can happen anytime and, no, my feet are not under the kick sensor under rear bumper. Bmw forum says it's a common problem.

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NHTSA #: 11330456
lowSTRUCTURE
Filed: Oct 2019

Tl* the contact owns a 2017 bmw x1. The contact received a recall notice for NHTSA campaign number: 19v349000 (structure). After contacting bmw of riverside (3060 adams st, riverside, ca) and the manufacturer, the contact was informed that the parts needed for the recall remedy were not available.

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NHTSA #: 11267360
lowSTRUCTURE
Filed: Sep 2019

Trim piece recall since 4/19/2019. No remedy at this time.

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NHTSA #: 11255763
lowSTRUCTURE
Filed: Jul 2019

Tl* the contact owns a 2017 bmw x1. The contact received a recall notification for NHTSA campaign number: 19v349000 (structure). The contact stated that the manufacturer failed to provide the remedy.

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NHTSA #: 11233859
lowSTRUCTURE
Filed: Aug 2018

Rear hatch opens and closes spontaneously if key fob is in your possession and you are in the vicinity of the rear hatch. Bmw service adviser said this is a design issue and there is no available fix. Vehicle is stationary when this occurs.

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NHTSA #: 11115635

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