2017 Bmw X1 problems and owner complaints
Explore the records behind recurring owner reports.
Key facts
155 owner complaints analyzed
2 distinct recall campaigns
50,210 mi median reported failure mileage
Scope: 2017 model year. Data snapshot: . 13 complaints include usable failure mileage.
Most common problems
Power Train is the most frequently named component, appearing in 50 of 155 complaints (32.3%). A complaint can name multiple components.
| Topic | Matching reports | Share of complaints |
|---|---|---|
| Braking behavior | 49 | 31.6% |
| Transmission and shifting | 38 | 24.5% |
| Electrical and battery issues | 8 | 5.2% |
| Engine operation | 4 | 2.6% |
| Steering behavior | 1 | 0.6% |
Topic matches use published keyword rules. They describe mentions, including negations or comparisons, and do not confirm a diagnosis. Read the matching rules.
Component breakdown
Number of unique complaints naming each component. Top eight shown.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Power Train | 50 |
| Unknown Or Other | 49 |
| Service Brakes | 25 |
| Electrical System | 24 |
| Structure:Body | 19 |
| Engine | 12 |
| Back Over Prevention: Warnings | 4 |
| Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Lever And Linkage:Floor Shift | 4 |
Power Train: 50; Unknown Or Other: 49; Service Brakes: 25; Electrical System: 24; Structure:Body: 19; Engine: 12; Back Over Prevention: Warnings: 4; Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Lever And Linkage:Floor Shift: 4
Reported problems by failure mileage
Complaint counts in mileage bands. These are not failure rates per vehicle or mile.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Under 25,000 | 5 |
| 25,000 to 49,999 | 1 |
| 50,000 to 74,999 | 5 |
| 75,000 to 99,999 | 2 |
| 100,000 to 149,999 | 0 |
| 150,000 and above | 0 |
Under 25,000: 5; 25,000 to 49,999: 1; 50,000 to 74,999: 5; 75,000 to 99,999: 2; 100,000 to 149,999: 0; 150,000 and above: 0
Under 25,000 miles has the most reports with usable mileage (5). 142 complaints have missing, zero or invalid mileage.
Complaints over time
Year the complaint was filed, not the vehicle model year or incident year. The snapshot year is partial.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| 2018 | 1 |
| 2019 | 10 |
| 2020 | 4 |
| 2021 | 14 |
| 2022 | 44 |
| 2023 | 30 |
| 2024 | 30 |
| 2025 | 19 |
| 2026 | 3 |
2018: 1; 2019: 10; 2020: 4; 2021: 14; 2022: 44; 2023: 30; 2024: 30; 2025: 19; 2026: 3
Pattern summary
Power Train leads the component reports. Braking behavior appears in 49 complaint narratives. Transmission and shifting appears in 38 complaint narratives. Electrical and battery issues appears in 8 complaint narratives. Use these patterns to inspect individual reports and prepare questions for a mechanic.
Calculated from recorded counts. An AI narrative has not been published for this selection.
Complaint evidence
Examples provide context, not a representative sample or a verified diagnosis.
Owner report 11405015 · 2021-03-26 (March 26, 2021)
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 BMW X1. THE CONTACT STATED THAT UPON PLACING THE VEHICLE INTO PARK, THE VEHICLE MAY ROLL, APPLY YOUR EMERGENCY BRAKE, CONTACT YOUR SERVICE PROVIDER WARNING MESSAGE WAS DISPLAYED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE CONTACT HAD TAKEN THE VEHICLE TO RUSNAK BMW (3645 AUTO MALL DR, THOUSAND OAKS, CA 91362) WHERE SHE WAS INFORMED THAT THEY HAD HEARD OF SIMILAR FAILURES HOWEVER, THIS FAILURE WAS A RARE OCCURRENCE. THE CONTACT WAS GIVEN AN ESTIMATE FOR THE REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE AND AGREED TO PAY FOR A…
Owner-reported narrative. 59,000 miles reported. Look up ODI 11405015 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11444699 · 2021-12-22 (December 22, 2021)
Error msg indicating “secure vehicle against rolling” appeared. Also, “Transmission: Secure vehicle with parking brake when stopped. Consult service center.” Apparently from many comments from other BMW owners and mechanics the issue is common and is related to an inexpensive spring that has broken in the shifter box. It seems the broken spring prevents the electronic system from receiving a signal that the car is in Park. Also, from comments, this a very expensive repair. I’m not sure of the safety risk with this.
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11444699 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11443543 · 2021-12-12 (December 12, 2021)
- Automatic transmission gearshifter, torsion spring. - The vehicle could roll when it is parked without engaging engine break and hit other vehicles and pedestrian. - Not confirmed by the dealer yet. The service visit is scheduled. However, on the Internet, many people complaining for $2,000-$3,000 repair estimates for $10 or less torsion spring breakage. - The problem started December 5, 2021. This is a product Liability and quality issue and consumers should be able to get the actual part repair not replace the whole thing.
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11443543 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11456078 · 2022-03-10 (March 10, 2022)
I took my car for a new battery. I was told I needed to replace the gear selector.at a cost of 3,000. After reading reading several post about this situation happening to a bunch of people.it should be a recall.
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11456078 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11510464 · 2023-03-06 (March 6, 2023)
I recently experienced Sudden Unintended Acceleration while driving my BMW X1. While turning the vehicle to park in a spot, the vehicle suddenly took off and collided with a pillar. There were four separate incidents in my town alone (Charlottesville, VA) in recent months where a BMW SUV experienced this problem. While I cannot completely rule out pedal misapplication, I would like to note that I do not think this is the case and this has not happened to me in 15 years of driving. I have recently had the battery and the break pads replaced. Ple…
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11510464 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11438104 · 2021-10-25 (October 25, 2021)
I have been complaining about roughness for quite some time. Especially when are is cold. I have a 2017 X1, less than 40k and the engine mount cracked BMW Service informed me this is an known issue within BMW. Not only x1 but X2 and some X3 models. Also said the others will crack within 10-20K miles I had made the concern known about the car almost or complete stalling out to the dealerships. Link below to the video. Part was thrown away on Saturday (I am told) No warning lamps, messages. Just some roughness tough who would thi…
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11438104 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11562543 · 2023-12-29 (December 29, 2023)
Car experiences a very rough idle at start and often stalls after being place in gear. This can happen after car starts moving. My wife drives this car and is experiencing regular stalls after pulling away.
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11562543 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11474112 · 2022-07-15 (July 15, 2022)
The contact owns a 2017 BMW X1. The contact stated his wife was driving at 35 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed to slow the vehicle down however her purse got entrapped near the brake pedal and accelerator pedal causing her to crash into the vehicle in front who was stopped. The air bags failed to deploy and the seat belt failed to retract. The contacts wife collided with the steering wheel due to the impact. The contact's wife suffered chest injuries where a doctor later confirmed she had a cracked sternum. A police report was filed, and the …
Owner-reported narrative. 58,000 miles reported. Look up ODI 11474112 at NHTSA ↗