2013 BMW X1 Other or unknown Problems
- Complaints
- 6about this part
- Share
- 16%of 38 total for the year
- Median mileage
- —not reported
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 6 complaints about the other or unknown of the 2013 BMW X1, 16% of the 38 complaints for this model year. 1 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“My Moonroof shade gets stuck when I try to open and close it. This has been a huge problem among other BMW X1s and it is over $2,000 to fix! This has caused a lot of issues in my car. Thousands of other drivers have also reported this issue. It is not safe having my shade stuck since people can see into my car, and the sun shines which will eventually ruin my leather.”
NHTSA complaint #11465999, filed 2022-05“There needs to be a recall for water intrusion to the parking distance control system in at minimum the 2013 BMW X1. Our whole camera system and parking sensors went out, as soon as I searched the problem, there were numerous forums advising of the issue. When I opened up the area in the trunk, the entire area was filled with water. The parts within all need to be replaced. This should be covered by BMW since this is such a huge issue.”
NHTSA complaint #11610644, filed 2024-08“While pulling up to a red light and after coming to a complete stop, I sensed the engine was revving. While pressing down on the brake, I checked the RPM gauge to see the engine was revving at around 7k rpm. I tried to immediately put the car in park and turn off the ignition, but in the time it took me to move my hand from the steering wheel to the shifter, the car violently lurched forward and crashed into a pickup truck in front of me. I shut off the car momentarily. Realizing I was blocking traffic on a heavily traveled highway, I risked turning the car back on. …”
NHTSA complaint #11548465, filed 2023-10“Cam shaft broke during driving, lost acceleration on interstate causing issues merging to get to shoulder of road. Caused damage to motor resulting in oil loss, significant smoking from engine hindering visibility. Verified by BMW certified mechanic that this is the problem. Stated most likely caused by a known timing chain issue with Bmws using that motor. The only indication that appeared was when it happened, screen inside car stated engine malfunction”
NHTSA complaint #11557571, filed 2023-11Other or unknown: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 1 | 6% |
| 2024 | 4 | 13% |
| 2023 | 1 | 1% |
| 2021 | 1 | 10% |
| 2020 | 2 | 15% |
| 2019 | 2 | 15% |
| 2018 | 15 | 25% |
| 2017 | 50 | 32% |
| 2016 | 64 | 40% |
| 2015 | 7 | 13% |
| 2014 | 8 | 15% |
| 2013 | 6 | 16% |
Other parts of the 2013 BMW X1
18 complaintsEngine
16 complaintsEngine cooling
12 complaintsBrakes
2 complaintsFuel system
2 complaintsAir bags
1 complaintsBack-over prevention (rear camera)
1 complaintsSteering
1 complaintsBody and structure
1 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2013 BMW X1
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology