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3 faults documented by at least two sources, listed by version then by mileage at onset when known.
3 known faults
The hydraulic engine mount on the passenger side is cited as a frequent weak point: vibrations at idle and a clunk when accelerating or changing gear. The mileage at which this appears varies from one source to another.
Freezes and restarts of the iDrive screen are reported across the range; a software update often fixes the problem.
The hydraulic engine mount on the passenger side is cited as a frequent weak point: vibrations at idle and a clunk when accelerating or changing gear. The mileage at which this appears varies from one source to another.
Freezes and restarts of the iDrive screen are reported across the range; a software update often fixes the problem.
Freezes and restarts of the iDrive screen are reported across the range; a software update often fixes the problem.
Freezes and restarts of the iDrive screen are reported across the range; a software update often fixes the problem.
Freezes and restarts of the iDrive screen are reported across the range; a software update often fixes the problem.
In 2020 BMW recalled its plug-in hybrids, including the X1, built between 20 January and 18 September 2020: foreign particles in the battery cells could cause a short circuit and a fire (Fleet News). Fiches-auto reports another campaign for X1 cars built between 7 July 2021 and 14 February 2024 (cell modules not built to production specification, fire risk). Safety defect: check the VIN with BMW.
Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).
Freezes and restarts of the iDrive screen are reported across the range; a software update often fixes the problem.
An OBD scanner plugged in under the steering wheel shows stored fault codes, even with warning lights off: useful during the test drive.
Compare prices of parts for the BMW X1 II (F48) (timing, brakes, filters) to estimate the repairs to plan for.