Recalls: BMW F48 X1
Overview
Manufacturers, or importers, issue recalls for defects or faults which have the potential to cause injury. Generally, manufacturers will inform the original buyers if their vehicle is subject to a recall and of the steps required to remedy the defect or fault. Please note that the recalls below (if any) are for Australian-delivered vehicles only. Furthermore, the number of recalls should not be taken as an indication of a model’s reliability or its safety more generally.
Recalls: BMW F48 X1
BMW F48 X1: front passenger airbag may not deploy
In May 2017, a recall was issued for BMW F48 X1 vehicles that were available for sale in Australia from 1 June 2016 to 30 April 2017. During production of the dashboard panel, the process of milling the deployment points in the passenger side panel had not been carried out. As a result, the front passenger airbag may not deploy correctly in the event of a collision, increasing the risk of injury to the front passenger. For the VINs of the recalled BMW F48 X1 vehicles, please see PRA 2017/16057.
2015-17 BMW F48 X1: Takata airbag inflator
In July 2024, recall campaigns 0032550300 and 0032790300 were issued for 2015-17 BMW F48 X1 vehicles. After production, some of these vehicles may have been converted with steering wheels that contained faulty Takata airbag inflators. In the event of airbag deployment, the airbag inflator may rupture and metal fragments may be propelled through the airbag cushion towards vehicle occupants – this posed a risk of serious injury or death. BMW provided an online tool at www.recall.bmw.com.au that enabled owners to upload photos of their VIN plate and steering wheel for further checking. Alternatively, owners could contact an authorised BMW dealer to schedule an appointment to have their steering wheel checked. If a faulty airbag inflator was found, the airbag (with centre horn pad) would be replaced. For the VINs of the recalled vehicles, please see REC-006035.
Problems and faults: BMW F48 X1
Overview
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Problems and faults: BMW F48 X1
No troubleshooting information is currently available for the BMW F48 X1.
