2017 BMW X1 Structure & Body Problems
NHTSA lists 25 Structure & Body complaints for the 2017 BMW X1, about 15% of that year's 164 total complaints. A related recall (19V349000) covers the B-pillar trim, and owners reported 5 injuries with a median failure mileage of 10,000 miles.
- Structure & Body complaints
- 25
- 15% of 164
- Crashes reported
- 0
- Fires reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 5
- Median mileage
- 10,000 mi
- Related recalls
- 1
Typical body and structure symptoms owners report
- The automatic rear hatch/tailgate opens or closes on its own while the vehicle is parked or the key fob is nearby, sometimes striking a person or pet.
- The rear liftgate has closed on occupants while they were loading items, with one owner reporting a concussion from the impact.
- A rear door has opened by itself while the vehicle was stopped in traffic with the doors reportedly locked.
- The powered tailgate stalls partway through opening or closing, or responds erratically to the toe-kick sensor.
- Multiple owners reported being unable to get the B-pillar trim recall (19V349000) completed because replacement parts were not available at dealers.
When 2017 BMW X1 body and structure complaints were filed
First complaint Nov 24, 2017, latest Dec 22, 2023.
Structure & Body recalls for the 2017 BMW X1
- NHTSA 19V349000May 9, 2019Structure & Body106,182 vehicles
Structure:body:roof and pillars
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2016-2019 X1 sDrive28i and X1 xDrive28i vehicles. In the event of a crash where the occupants head contacts the B-pillar, the pillar may not absorb an adequate amount of the impact. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 201, "Occupant Protection in Interior Impact."
Risk: In the event of a crash, the insufficient impact absorption can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the vertical trim pieces on the upper portion of the interior B-Pillars, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed July 1, 2019. Second notices will be sent as parts become available, starting on September 27, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Structure & Body complaints by X1 model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
Frequently asked questions
- How many Structure & Body complaints does the 2017 BMW X1 have?
- NHTSA lists 25 Structure & Body complaints for the 2017 BMW X1, which is about 15% of the 164 total complaints filed for that model year.
- Is there a recall for the 2017 BMW X1 related to structure or body issues?
- Yes. Recall 19V349000 covers 2016-2019 X1 sDrive28i and xDrive28i models and addresses B-pillar trim that may not adequately protect an occupant's head in a crash; the remedy is replacement of the interior B-pillar trim pieces.
- What is the typical mileage when these structure and body problems occur?
- NHTSA data shows a median mileage of 10,000 miles at the time these complaints were filed.
- Were there any injuries linked to these complaints?
- NHTSA records 5 injuries tied to Structure & Body complaints for the 2017 X1, with no reported crashes or fires.
- How does the 2017 X1 compare to other years for this problem area?
- The 2017 X1 had 25 Structure & Body complaints (15% share); 2018 had a higher share at 24 complaints (41% share), while years like 2020-2023 had none recorded.