How common are electrical problems on the 2017 BMW X1?

NHTSA has logged 25 Electrical System complaints for the 2017 X1, which is 15% of the 164 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2017 BMW X1 electrical system?

No. NHTSA lists no related recalls for this problem area on the 2017 X1.

At what mileage do these electrical issues typically show up?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this problem area is 8,500 miles.

Have these electrical problems caused any crashes or injuries?

NHTSA data shows 0 crashes and 0 fires tied to this problem area, but 2 injuries were reported.

What specific electrical issue do owners mention most?

Multiple sample complaints describe a 'Secure Vehicle Against Rolling' warning tied to the gear selector, along with self-closing power tailgates.

2017 BMW X1 Electrical System Problems

NHTSA lists 25 Electrical System complaints for the 2017 BMW X1, 15% of its 164 total complaints for the year. No related recall exists, and the median mileage at failure was 8,500 miles. Two injuries were reported, but no crashes or fires.

Electrical System complaints: 25; 15% of 164
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 2
Median mileage: 8,500 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical electrical symptoms owners report

Owners report a 'Secure Vehicle Against Rolling' warning message appearing on the instrument panel, often linked to the gear selector or shifter box.
The power tailgate reportedly closes on its own while people are loading or unloading the car, sometimes with only a beep as warning.
Some owners describe the car requiring multiple attempts to start, with a message about a missing signal or a hood that is not actually open.
A transmission warning tells drivers to apply the parking brake or emergency brake even when the vehicle is already stopped and in park.
Several owners say dealerships acknowledged hearing of similar warning-light issues but did not offer a permanent fix.

When 2017 BMW X1 electrical complaints were filed

First complaint Sep 30, 2017, latest Jun 25, 2025.

25 complaints filed with NHTSA from Sep 2017 to Jun 2025; peak Dec 2021 (2).

Electrical System recalls for the 2017 BMW X1

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Electrical System complaints by X1 model year

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

20120 (0%)
201328 (27%)
201432 (29%)
201532 (34%)
201615 (9%)
201725 (15%)
20189 (15%)
20195 (45%)
20202 (15%)
20213 (33%)
20220 (0%)
20234 (6%)
20242 (7%)
20257 (47%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are electrical problems on the 2017 BMW X1?: NHTSA has logged 25 Electrical System complaints for the 2017 X1, which is 15% of the 164 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2017 BMW X1 electrical system?: No. NHTSA lists no related recalls for this problem area on the 2017 X1.
At what mileage do these electrical issues typically show up?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this problem area is 8,500 miles.
Have these electrical problems caused any crashes or injuries?: NHTSA data shows 0 crashes and 0 fires tied to this problem area, but 2 injuries were reported.
What specific electrical issue do owners mention most?: Multiple sample complaints describe a 'Secure Vehicle Against Rolling' warning tied to the gear selector, along with self-closing power tailgates.