Model year 2024 · Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD

2024 BMW X1: recalls, fuel economy and safety ratings

EPA rates the 2024 BMW X1 at 26–28 mpg combined across 2 versions. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls and 30 owner complaints for this model year. Its best NHTSA overall crash-test rating is 4 out of 5 stars.

Safety recalls

3

EPA combined mpg

26–28

NHTSA overall rating

4/5

Recall file dated Oct 27, 2026 · EPA file dated Sep 29, 2026 · updated Oct 27, 2026, 7:34 AM EDT

Check your own car: enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see open recalls for that exact vehicle, and contact a BMW dealer to schedule the repair — safety recall repairs are free. The list below covers the whole model year, so not every recall applies to every car.

2024 BMW X1 recalls

NHTSA's recall file lists 3 safety recalls for the 2024 BMW X1, newest first.

Service brakes, hydraulic: Power assist: Electric: Control module and 1 more component

NHTSA 26V422000 Reported Jul 1, 2026
Filed by
BMW of North America, LLC
Components
Service brakes, hydraulic: Power assist: Electric: Control module; Electronic stability control (ESC)
Units affected
428 (estimate)
Problem
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2025 Mini Cooper S, Mini Countryman S All4, X2, 2024 Rolls-Royce Spectre, 2023-2025 i7, 7 Series, X7, 2024-2025 i5, 5 Series, 2023-2024 XM, X1, 2024-2025 X6, and X5 vehicles. The integrated brake (IB) system may malfunction and result in a loss of power brake assist or cause the Antilock Brake (ABS) and Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) systems to not function properly.
Risk
A loss of power brake assist can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle. Additionally, malfunctioning ABS and/or DSC systems can cause a loss of vehicle control. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
The Integrated brake system will be inspected and, if necessary, replaced, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 21, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Rolls-Royce customer service at 1-877-877-3735. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning August 21, 2026. Vehicles previously repaired under recall 24V739 or 24V104 will need to have the new remedy completed.

Full recall record on nhtsa.gov

Electronic stability control (ESC): Control module and 1 more component

NHTSA 24V697000 Reported Sep 18, 2024
Filed by
BMW of North America, LLC
Components
Electronic stability control (ESC): Control module; Service brakes, hydraulic: Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip: Control unit/module
Units affected
309 (estimate)
Problem
BMW of North America (BMW) is recalling certain 2023-2024 X1, 2024-2025 X5, 2025 X6, 2023-2025 X7, 740i, 760i, 2024 XM, 530i, 540i, i7, 750e, X2, 2024-2025 i5, 2024 Rolls Royce Spectre, 2025 MINI Countryman S ALL4, JCW Countryman ALL4, and 2025 MINI Hardtop 2 Door (Cooper, Cooper S) vehicles. Please refer to the recall report for the complete list of models. The welds in the servomotor of the integrated brake control module may break, causing a loss of power brake assist and rear brake function. In addition, the Antilock Brake System (ABS) and Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) system may not function.
Risk
A loss of brake power assist or rear brake function can result in extended stopping distance. A loss of ABS or DSC can cause a loss of vehicle handling and control. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the integrated brake system, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 13, 2024. Owners can contact BMW Customer Service at 1-800-525-7417.

Full recall record on nhtsa.gov

Service brakes, hydraulic: Power assist: Electric: Control module and 1 more component

NHTSA 24V104000 Reported Feb 12, 2024
Filed by
BMW of North America, LLC
Components
Service brakes, hydraulic: Power assist: Electric: Control module; Electronic stability control (ESC)
Units affected
266,716 (estimate)
Problem
BMW of North America, LLC. (BMW) is recalling certain 2023-2025 BMW, MINI, and Rolls-Royce vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models and model years. The integrated brake (IB) system may malfunction and result in a loss of power brake assist or cause the Antilock Brake (ABS) and Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) systems to not function properly.
Risk
A loss of power brake assist can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle. Additionally, malfunctioning ABS and/or DSC systems can cause a loss of vehicle control. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the integrated brake system, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed between June and December 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Rolls Royce customer service at 1-877-877-3735.

Full recall record on nhtsa.gov

Recall summaries are written by NHTSA from manufacturers' defect reports. Dates are when NHTSA received the report.

2024 BMW X1 fuel economy by version

EPA city/highway/combined estimates for each engine, transmission and drive combination. Annual fuel cost is EPA's estimate for 15,000 miles a year (55% city, 45% highway) at EPA's current fuel-price assumptions; your cost will vary.

2024 BMW X1 EPA fuel economy
VersionEngineTransmissionDriveFuelCity/Hwy/CombFuel cost/yrCO2 g/mi
X1 M35i2.0L 4-cyl turboAutomatic 7-speedAll-Wheel DrivePremium23/31/26 mpg$3,150334
X1 xDrive28i2.0L 4-cyl turboAutomatic 7-speedAll-Wheel DrivePremium25/34/28 mpg$2,950314

Source: FuelEconomy.gov (U.S. DOE and EPA), file dated Sep 29, 2026. Each version links to its FuelEconomy.gov record.

EPA estimates come from standardized lab tests so cars can be compared fairly; real-world mileage depends on speed, weather, load, tires and driving style.

2024 BMW X1 crash-test ratings

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings for the tested versions. More stars mean a lower chance of serious injury in that type of crash. Rollover risk is NHTSA's estimated chance of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.

2024 BMW X1 NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings
Tested vehicleOverallFrontalSideRolloverRollover riskForward collision warning
2024 BMW X1 SUV AWD4 stars4 stars5 stars4 stars17.4%No

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (New Car Assessment Program), checked Oct 26, 2026.

Star ratings compare vehicles of similar size and weight; a frontal rating for a large pickup is not directly comparable with one for a small car.

2024 BMW X1 owner complaints

Owners have filed 30 complaints with NHTSA about the 2024 BMW X1, most recently on May 21, 2026. 3 mention a crash, 0 a fire, 1 injured people and 0 deaths. These are unverified reports; a complaint is not proof of a defect.

Most-cited components in 2024 BMW X1 complaints
Component named in complaintsMentions
Electronic stability control (ESC)10
Service brakes10
Service brakes, hydraulic9
Forward collision avoidance: Automatic emergency braking4
Unknown or other4
Back over prevention: Rearview system braking2
Electrical system2
Power train2
Steering2
Engine1

Source: NHTSA consumer complaint files (complaints received since January 1, 2015). One complaint can name several components.

Had a safety problem with your vehicle? You can report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem.

Other BMW X1 model years

BMW X1 by model year
YearCombinedRecallsComplaintsOverall rating
2027 X127–28 mpg———
2026 X127–28 mpg214/5
2025 X126–28 mpg3174/5
2023 X128 mpg6704/5
2022 X126–27 mpg215/5
2021 X126–27 mpg1105/5
2020 X126–27 mpg1135/5
2019 X125–26 mpg3135/5
2018 X125–26 mpg4605/5
2017 X125–26 mpg4164—
2016 X125 mpg4163—
2015 X121–26 mpg494—

All BMW X1 years compared · Decode a VIN

Other 2024 BMW models

Sources

  • Recalls: NHTSA recall flat file (FLAT_RCL_POST_2010), dated Oct 27, 2026, plus a live check of api.nhtsa.gov in your browser.
  • Complaints: NHTSA consumer complaint flat files (COMPLAINTS_RECEIVED), counts only — we do not republish complaint text.
  • Crash tests: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings API.
  • Fuel economy: FuelEconomy.gov vehicles file (U.S. DOE and EPA), dated Sep 29, 2026.
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