2016 BMW X1 SAV Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other X1 SAV years
- Not enough data 5th of 5 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA about the 2016 BMW X1 SAV. That ranks 5th out of 5 X1 SAV model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is air bags (1 complaints, 25%). Complaints mention 1 crash, 1 fire, 1 injury. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.
- 4owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 1NHTSA investigations
- 1complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2016 BMW X1 SAV 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 1 | 25% | — | — | — |
| Electrical System | 1 | 25% | 24,000 | — | — |
| Engine | 1 | 25% | 12,000 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 25% | 12,000 | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 25% | 12,000 | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 25% | — | — | — |
| Seats | 1 | 25% | 24,000 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 25% | 20,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2016 BMW X1 SAV recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Air bags:frontal:passenger side:inflator module
Problem: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2016-2017 X1 xDrive28i and X1 sDrive28i vehicles. The affected vehicles have an instrument panel that may not allow the front passenger air bag to deploy properly in the event of a crash.
Risk: In the event of a crash, if the front passenger air bag does not deploy properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the instrument panel, free of charge. The recall began May 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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.
NHTSA defect investigations
- Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture (EA21002) — opened Sep 17, 2021, still open.
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 i extend the passenger seat all the way to the back, the fuse blows up. There are sparks under the seat. After that all the buttons towards passenger seat are not responsive. I took it to the dealer same day and they fixed it on the same day by replacing the fuse. As soon as i got the car, i…
Occasionally when the adaptive cruise control is active, the collision warning will light and the brakes automatically applied even though there is nothing in front of the car. This has occurred on a straight, flat road with no shadows, undulations, or cars anywhere in sight. This is a huge safety…
2016 bmw x1 xdrive 28i hesitates when accelerating from a stop at random times. The delay can take up to 1 second before the accelerator responds and the vehicle starts moving. This creates a dangerous situation when trying to merge with traffic.
On 10/28, my daughter was involved in a frontal offset head on collision with a chevy silverado. The impact occurred inside of a turning lane where the chevy was traveling approx. 15 mph, and my daughter began accelerating out of the turn lane at 5-10mph when they collided. The silverado's airbags…
Other BMW X1 SAV years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 X1 SAV | 8 | 2 |
| 2016 | 4 | 1 |
| 2015 X1 SAV | 42 | 2 |
| 2014 X1 SAV | 59 | 4 |
| 2013 X1 SAV | 64 | 3 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2016 BMW X1 SAV?
Owners most often report air bags, electrical system, engine problems. The top one, air bags, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2016 BMW X1 SAV?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2016 BMW X1 SAV a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other X1 SAV model years, the 2016 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.