2015 BMW X1 engine problems
Owners reported engine problems in 38 complaints for the 2015 BMW X1, 44% of the complaints on file. It is the most reported problem area for this model year.
At a glance
- Complaints
- 38 44% of this year's complaints
- Typical mileage
- 93,000 miles 16 complaints with mileage
- Crashes and fires
- 0 and 3
- Injuries and deaths
- 0 and 0
Source: NHTSA owner complaints
When engine problems show up
View the numbers
| Mileage | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 0k to 20k miles | 0 |
| 20k to 40k miles | 1 |
| 40k to 60k miles | 3 |
| 60k to 80k miles | 1 |
| 80k to 100k miles | 5 |
| 100k to 120k miles | 5 |
| 120k to 140k miles | 1 |
| 140k to 160k miles | 0 |
| 160k to 180k miles | 0 |
| 180k to 200k miles | 0 |
| 200k+ miles | 0 |
What the data shows
Of the 16 engine complaints that report mileage, the median is about 93,000 miles, and 25% were reported before 60,000 miles.
These complaints mention 3 fires.
What owners wrote
Tl* the contact owns a 2015 BMW x1. The contact stated while driving 35 MPH when she saw smoke exiting the hood then the vehicle began to jerk. The contact stated the check engine and under hazard warning lights were illuminated. The contact was able to drive to her residence. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and was informed the ignition cord and oil pan was needing to be replaced. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired as of yet. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure.
The contact owns a 2015 BMW X1. The contact stated while driving 40-45 MPH, the engine overheated. The service engine warning light was illuminated. The thermostat symbol was displayed. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who determined that an unknown hose was cracked. The mechanic performed a compression test, and the top of the radiator was cracked. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The contact was adding coolant to the reservoir occasionally.
Other problems reported for the 2015 BMW X1
- Electrical system 31 complaints