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2013 BMW X1

2 recalls Risk Grade: C+ Most severe issue: Critical

All recalls are free to repair at your local dealership. Contact your dealer to schedule service.

Known Safety Recalls

Critical #24V608000 Plain English
Component

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:PUMP

Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The water pump in your vehicle is a crucial part that helps keep your engine cool. In some 2012-2018 models, a small electrical connector on the pump might not be sealed properly, making it vulnerable to water damage.
Risk if Unfixed
If water gets into the connector, it could cause a short circuit, which increases the risk of an engine fire. This is a serious safety issue that could lead to a fire inside your engine compartment.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will inspect the water pump and connector, replace them if necessary, and install a protective shield to prevent future damage. This repair is free of charge, and you should schedule it as soon as possible after receiving the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC. (BMW) is recalling certain 2012-2015 X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i, 2012-2016 Z4 sDrive28i, 528i, 528i xDrive, 328i, 328xi, 2016-2018 X5 xdrive 40e, 2014-2016 228i, 228xi, 428i, 428i xDrive, 328xi Gran Turismo, 2013-2017 X3 sDrive28i, X3 xDrive28i, 2015-2018 X4 xDrive28i, 2015-2016 428xi vehicles. An improperly sealed electrical connector on the water pump may be exposed to water and short circuit.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An electrical short increases the risk of a fire.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the water pump and plug connector as necessary, and install a protective shield, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 28, 2025. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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High Priority #20V017000 Plain English
Component

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The inflator in your airbag is a critical safety component that deploys the airbag to protect you in a crash. In certain BMW models, this inflator could fail and cause the airbag to explosively rupture, releasing sharp metal fragments that could seriously injure or kill you.
Risk if Unfixed
If this happens, the airbag might not deploy as intended, leaving you more vulnerable to injury or worse in a crash. Sharp metal fragments could fly towards you, causing serious harm.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will replace the faulty airbag inflator with a new, safer one – at no cost to you. This repair will be done as soon as you schedule it, and it's completely free.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2008-2013 128i and 135i Convertibles, 128i, 135i, and M Coupes, 2007-2010 X3 30si and X3 xDrive30i, 2013-2015 X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i and X1 xDrive35i, 2007-2013 328i, 328i xDrive, 335i, 335is, 335i xDrive and M3 Coupes, 2006-2011 328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive, 325i, 325xi, 330i, 330xi, 335i, 335xi, 335i xDrive and M3, 2009-2011 335D, 2006-2012 325xi, 328i, 328xi and 328i xDrive, 2010-2011 X6 ActiveHybrid, 2007-2013 328i, 335i, 335is, M3 Coupes, X5 30si, X5 xDrive30i, X5 xDrive35i, X5 48i, X5 xDrive48i, X5 xDrive50i and X5 M, 2009-2013 X5 xDrive35d and 2008-2014 X6 xDrive35i, X6 xDrive50i and X6M vehicles equipped with non-desiccated driver frontal air bag inflators containing phase stabilized ammonium nitrate (PSAN) that were used as interim remedy parts for previous Takata recalls. These inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and high temperature cycling.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Original — Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver air bag. On X5 and X6 vehicles, only the inflator will be replaced. All repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began March 11, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
1 recall
AIR BAGS
1 recall

Other BMW X1 Years

2026
2 recalls
2025
3 recalls
2024
3 recalls
2023
6 recalls
2022
2 recalls
2021
1 recall
2020
1 recall
2019
3 recalls
2018
4 recalls
2017
2 recalls
2016
3 recalls
2015
2 recalls
2014
2 recalls
2012
1 recall

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