2007 BMW 1 Series Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other 1 Series years
- Not enough data 5th of 13 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA about the 2007 BMW 1 Series. That ranks 5th out of 13 1 Series model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (2 complaints, 33%), typically at around 94,250 miles. Complaints mention 1 crash. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 6owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 1complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2007 BMW 1 Series problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 2 | 33% | 94,250 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 2 | 33% | 68,251 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 17% | 115,000 | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 17% | 4,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 17% | 115,000 | — | — |
| Steering | 1 | 17% | 146,000 | — | — |
| Structure | 1 | 17% | 115,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2007 BMW 1 Series recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2007 BMW 1 Series.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
When turning on heat or air the blower makes aloud noise sounding like a grunting sound and heat or air not force thru vents. Happen when turning on either stationary or driving. Have had water pump replaced because dealer stated car needed new water to work .i have put into a complaint with bmw…
The front driver side door latch fails to fully engage.
The car died on more than one occasion, leaving me stranded. The steering wheel locks and nothing else occurs. The car is completely dead. I have small children and during these winter months is a safety concern not only for my own children's safety but also mine. This is not an isolated incident…
Actually, after the light signal became green light then i moved and every car moving normally i took the left lane then suddenly i saw a land cruiser stopped on my lane , i don't have any option so i treaded the brake one long tread , but unfortunately, it's didn't help because my car slipped…
The incident listed pertains to the remote control that failed to function in entirety. I could not open any of the doors from the outside. After entering the car with the key, nothing in the car would function. I had to have the car towed to the dealer which was closed. Towing a bmw is a…
Other BMW 1 Series years
← 2006 1 Series · 2008 1 Series →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 1 Series | 0 | 1 |
| 2011 1 Series | 33 | 2 |
| 2010 1 Series | 8 | 2 |
| 2009 1 Series | 18 | 1 |
| 2008 1 Series | 18 | 2 |
| 2007 | 6 | 0 |
| 2006 1 Series | 5 | 0 |
| 2005 1 Series | 3 | 0 |
| 2004 1 Series | 3 | 0 |
| 2003 1 Series | 1 | 0 |
| 2002 1 Series | 1 | 0 |
| 2001 1 Series | 1 | 0 |
| 2000 1 Series | 1 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2007 BMW 1 Series?
Owners most often report electrical system, unknown or other, exterior lighting problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 2 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2007 BMW 1 Series?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2007 BMW 1 Series a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other 1 Series model years, the 2007 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.