2019 BMW X1 Engine Problems
- Complaints
- 2about this part
- Share
- 15%of 13 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 17,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 2 complaints about the engine of the 2019 BMW X1, 15% of the 13 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 17,000 miles.
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 2019 X1 with 17000 miles on it suddenly and without warning shut down in the middle of the highway. It would not start back up and the entire dashboard lights were blinking with no rhyme or reason. I was not even able to get out of the lane onto the shoulder to a safe area. This could have been deadly and it was terrifying.”
NHTSA complaint #11364446, filed 2020-10, 17,000 miles“A recall was issued for similar vehicles (X1) but ended with the 2018 model year (Recall 24V-608). This issue continues to be present in the 2019 model year. The thermostats in subsequent year models continue to leak, presenting a hazard. An engine warning lamp triggered an inspection at BMW Honolulu which identified the thermostat leak issue requiring “immediate attention.” In addition, BMW engine mounts in the same model year vehicle have failed in less than 6 years of operation which could present a significant operational hazard. …”
NHTSA complaint #11685845, filed 2025-09Related service bulletins
- 11035496Jun 26, 2026The EVAP systems purge (vent) valve limited warranty for defects in materials and / or workmanship has been extended to 15 years / 150,000 miles as determined from the original…
- 11032730May 5, 2026The EVAP systems purge (vent) valve limited warranty for defects in materials or workmanship has been extended to 15 years / 150,000 miles as determined from the original…
- 11000578May 2, 2024Evap system purge (vent) valve ext ltd wty (elw) 15/150
- 10174019Apr 1, 2020CCM DISPLAYED "INCREASED BATTERY DRAIN" CAUSED BY CONTROLLER: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 1) replaces SI B61 05 20 dated February 2020. Electrostatic discharge at…
Engine: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 3 | 18% |
| 2024 | 1 | 3% |
| 2023 | 2 | 3% |
| 2021 | 2 | 20% |
| 2020 | 3 | 23% |
| 2019 | 2 | 15% |
| 2018 | 6 | 10% |
| 2017 | 12 | 8% |
| 2016 | 8 | 5% |
| 2015 | 16 | 31% |
| 2014 | 17 | 31% |
| 2013 | 16 | 42% |
Other parts of the 2019 BMW X1
5 complaintsBody and structure
3 complaintsOther or unknown
2 complaintsAir bags
1 complaintsEngine cooling
1 complaintsForward collision avoidance
1 complaintsSteering
1 complaintsSuspension
1 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
1 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2019 BMW X1
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 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