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BMW X1 repairs by problem area

Engine (47%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (5%)

Brakes and Traction Control (6%)

Suspension and Steering (8%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (25%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (5%)

Other (4%)

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BMW X1 body repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (29%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (0%)

< $100 (71%)

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Chart based on 7 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2017 BMW X1 4dr SUV

turbocharged 228hp 2.0L I4 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD

24000 mi Rear hatch was rattling over bumps. After being tightened it has no problems. 

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2016 BMW X1 4dr SUV

turbocharged 228hp 2.0L I4 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD

50000 mi

US $1800
Panoramic sunroof seal failed causing water to enter through the roof 

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2015 BMW X1 4dr SUV

turbocharged 240hp 2.0L I4 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD

25000 mi Slight squeak coming from the gauge cluster area. Sounded like plastic on plastic. Was resolved by disassembly and reassembly with the insertion of felt material. 

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2014 BMW X1 4dr SUV

turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

4000 mi Glove box latch broke. Entire glovebox needed to be replaced. 

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2014 BMW X1 4dr SUV

turbocharged 240hp 2.0L I4 8-speed shiftable automatic RWD

14000 mi Windshield trim replaced 

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2014 BMW X1 4dr SUV

turbocharged 240hp 2.0L I4 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD

66000 mi Excessive wind noise; sunroof perimeter seal collapsed 
23000 mi Felt was added to passenger dash area to fix creaking around AC vents. 

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2013 BMW X1 4dr SUV

turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

23000 mi

US $1900
Replaced cracked windshield, hit by a rock. Very expensive replacement by BMW. BMW windshield required for lease return. 

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BMW X1 Body Problems

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