2019 BMW X1 problems and complaints
Owners have filed 11 complaints with NHTSA about the 2019 BMW X1. The most-reported areas: Electrical System (5), Engine (2), Unknown Or Other (2).
Key takeaways
- 11 owner complaints on file with NHTSA.
- 1 involve a crash, 0 a fire, 3 reported injuries.
- Complaints are unverified owner reports; recalls are confirmed defects.
| Component | Complaints | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 5 | 45% |
| Engine | 2 | 18% |
| Unknown Or Other | 2 | 18% |
| Structure | 2 | 18% |
| Power Train | 1 | 9% |
| Suspension | 1 | 9% |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 1 | 9% |
| Visibility/Wiper | 1 | 9% |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 1 | 9% |
One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 BMW X1 SUV AWD | 5/5 | 4/5 | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| 2019 BMW X1 SUV FWD | 5/5 | 4/5 | 5/5 | 4/5 |
Latest complaints, as filed
Owner-written and unverified by NHTSA.
Power Train - filed 2026-06-06
My car began shaking at low speeds when turning. Brought it to a mechanic to investigate and they performed a recommended manufacturer alteration on the car related to rear differential vent. That did not fix the issue and mechanic said a full rear differential replacement was required and it was a safety issue. If the...
Suspension,engine - filed 2025-09-09
A recall was issued for similar vehicles (X1) but ended with the 2018 model year (Recall 24V-608). This issue continues to be present in the 2019 model year. The thermostats in subsequent year models continue to leak, presenting a hazard. An engine warning lamp triggered an inspection at BMW Honolulu which identified t...
Electrical System - filed 2025-03-12
The contact owns a 2019 BMW X1. The contact stated that the emergency call error light illuminated the instrument panel. In December of 2024, the contact received notification regarding an extended warranty coverage for the battery to be replaced. The contact was unable to immediately take the vehicle to the dealer due...
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Complaints are reports filed by owners with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. NHTSA publishes them without verifying them, and counts rise with how many cars were sold, so compare years of the same model rather than different models. Crash ratings are NHTSA's own 5-Star Safety Ratings results.