2022 BMW X1 Problems & Complaints

Better than average89% fewer complaints than a typical year of the X1 at the same age

Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2022 BMW X1 with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. That is 89% fewer than a typical X1 model year at the same age, making the 2022 one of the better X1 years. The most reported problem area is the engine & cooling (1 complaint). 2 recalls cover this model year.

1complaints
2recalls
0crashes
0fires
0injuries
0deaths

Most common 2022 BMW X1 problems

  • Engine & cooling
    1100%

Share of the 1 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.

BMW X1 complaints by model year

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Owner complaints per model year, BMW X1. Colour = our verdict for that year (red: avoid, orange: caution, green: better than average, blue: too new).

Best X1 years: 2022, 2021, 2019. Years to avoid: 2023, 2024, 2016, 2017, 2025. Compare all years →

2022 BMW X1 recalls (2)

Air bags › Frontal

NHTSA recall 23V-079 · Feb 14, 2023 · 15,803 vehicles

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022-2023 iX xDrive40, iX xDrive50, iX M60 and 2022-2023 X1 xDrive28i vehicles. The front driver's air bag may have been manufactured incorrectly and may not deploy as intended during a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the driver's air bag, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 14, 2023. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Fuel system, gasoline › Fuel injection system › Fuel rail

NHTSA recall 22V-513 · Jul 20, 2022 · 5 vehicles

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022 X1 xDrive 28i, X3 xDrive30i, and 228i Gran Coupe vehicles. The high-pressure fuel rail may crack and result in a fuel leak within the engine compartment.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the high-pressure fuel rail, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 19, 2022. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

2022 BMW X1 engines & fuel economy

EngineTransmissionDriveMPG city / hwy / combined
2.0L 4-cyl turbo8-speed automaticFWD24 / 33 / 27
2.0L 4-cyl turbo8-speed automaticAWD23 / 31 / 26

EPA ratings. Class: Large car.

Frequently asked questions

Is the 2022 BMW X1 a good car?

Based on 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the 2022 X1 rates better than average: 89% fewer complaints than a typical year of the X1 at the same age. It is one of the best X1 years by this measure. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.

What is the most common problem with the 2022 BMW X1?

The engine & cooling — 1 complaint, 100% of all complaints for this model year.

How many recalls does the 2022 BMW X1 have?

There are 2 recalls for the 2022 BMW X1, the most recent from February 14, 2023 (frontal). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.

What are the best and worst years of the BMW X1?

The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2022, 2021 and 2019. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2023, 2024, 2016, 2017 and 2025. See the full BMW X1 years comparison.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.