How many brake complaints does the 2017 BMW X1 have?

NHTSA lists 27 brake-related complaints for the 2017 BMW X1, which is 16% of the 164 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for 2017 BMW X1 brake problems?

No related recall is listed for this problem area in NHTSA data as of the update date.

At what mileage do 2017 BMW X1 brake problems typically show up?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this problem area is 13,326 miles.

What is the most common brake complaint on the 2017 BMW X1?

Many owners report a "Secure Vehicle Against Rolling" warning tied to the gear selector or shift-lock solenoid, along with some reports of calipers that rust and fail to hold pads against the rotors.

Were there any crashes or injuries linked to 2017 BMW X1 brake complaints?

NHTSA data shows 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 injuries associated with these brake complaints.

2017 BMW X1 Brakes Problems

NHTSA lists 27 brake-related complaints for the 2017 BMW X1, 16% of all 164 complaints filed for that year — the highest share of any X1 model year. No related recall has been issued for this problem area. Median mileage at failure was 13,326 miles.

Brakes complaints: 27; 16% of 164
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 13,326 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical brake symptoms owners report

Owners report a "Secure Vehicle Against Rolling" warning that appears on the dash even when the parking brake is engaged and the vehicle is parked on flat ground.
Several complaints trace the rolling warning to a failed shift-lock solenoid or a broken spring inside the gear selector mechanism.
One owner described calipers that rust and age quickly, failing to hold the brake pads against the rotors properly, requiring repair and replacement three times.
Multiple owners noted the warning reappears repeatedly after the vehicle is turned off and restarted, even after clearing it once.
Owners describe finding numerous other X1 owners online reporting the identical warning message and gear-selector related issue.

When 2017 BMW X1 brake complaints were filed

First complaint Nov 17, 2018, latest Sep 9, 2026.

27 complaints filed with NHTSA from Nov 2018 to Sep 2026; peak Dec 2024 (3).

Brakes recalls for the 2017 BMW X1

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Brakes complaints by X1 model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

20120 (0%)
20137 (7%)
201410 (9%)
20153 (3%)
20168 (5%)
201727 (16%)
20182 (3%)
20190 (0%)
20202 (15%)
20211 (11%)
20220 (0%)
202353 (76%)
202419 (63%)
20254 (27%)

Frequently asked questions

How many brake complaints does the 2017 BMW X1 have?: NHTSA lists 27 brake-related complaints for the 2017 BMW X1, which is 16% of the 164 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for 2017 BMW X1 brake problems?: No related recall is listed for this problem area in NHTSA data as of the update date.
At what mileage do 2017 BMW X1 brake problems typically show up?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this problem area is 13,326 miles.
What is the most common brake complaint on the 2017 BMW X1?: Many owners report a "Secure Vehicle Against Rolling" warning tied to the gear selector or shift-lock solenoid, along with some reports of calipers that rust and fail to hold pads against the rotors.
Were there any crashes or injuries linked to 2017 BMW X1 brake complaints?: NHTSA data shows 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 injuries associated with these brake complaints.