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2023 BMW X1 brakes problems

The 2023 BMW X1 has 53 brakes complaints filed with NHTSA — 46% of the year's total, and up sharply from the prior model year.

53

Brakes complaints

46%

Share of year

1

Crash-involved

2

Related recalls

Brakes complaints by year

X1 brakes complaints by model year53 complaints2013: 2 complaints2014: 6 complaints2016: 8 complaints2017: 25 complaints2018: 1 complaints2020: 2 complaints2021: 1 complaints2023: 53 complaints2024: 19 complaints2025: 3 complaints2026: 1 complaints
X1 brakes complaints by model year. Red bars are years to avoid.

Related recalls

24V739000BrakesOctober 2, 2024 · 11,579 units

Defect

BMW of North America, LLC. (BMW) is recalling certain 2023-2024 X1, X5, X6, X7, XM, 530i, i5, 740i, 760i, i7, and 750e vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models and model years. The integrated brake (IB) system may malfunction and result in a loss of power brake assist or cause the Antilock Brake (ABS) and Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) systems to not function properly.

Consequence

A loss of power brake assist can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle. Additionally, malfunctioning ABS and/or DSC systems can cause a loss of vehicle control. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the integrated brake module, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters notifying owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed November 22, 2024. Second letters will be mailed once the parts are available. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicles in this recall were previously repaired under recall number 24V-104 and will need to have the new remedy completed.

24V104000BrakesFebruary 12, 2024 · 266,716 units

Defect

BMW of North America, LLC. (BMW) is recalling certain 2023-2025 BMW, MINI, and Rolls-Royce vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models and model years. The integrated brake (IB) system may malfunction and result in a loss of power brake assist or cause the Antilock Brake (ABS) and Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) systems to not function properly.

Consequence

A loss of power brake assist can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle. Additionally, malfunctioning ABS and/or DSC systems can cause a loss of vehicle control. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the integrated brake system, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed between June and December 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Rolls Royce customer service at 1-877-877-3735.

What owners report

A deer was standing ahead in the road and I began to brake! I was only going 25-30mph. The brakes were hard to push and it felt like something was malfunctioning eventually hitting the deer straight on!!! The Automatic Braking System did NOT work, the forward collision warning did NOT work and the…

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · November 6, 2024 · crash

Common questions

How many brakes complaints does the 2023 BMW X1 have?

NHTSA has 53 complaints about the 2023 BMW X1 brakes — 46% of all complaints filed for that model year.

Are there recalls for the 2023 BMW X1 brakes?

Yes — 2 NHTSA recall campaigns for this model year are tied to the brakes: 24V104000, 24V739000.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.