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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%)

Chart based on 158 repairs.
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BMW X1 suspension repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (25%)

$500 - $999 (17%)

$100 - $499 (8%)

< $100 (50%)

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Chart based on 12 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2016 BMW X1 4dr SUV

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

50000 mi

US $1800
and front struts needed replacement. 

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2015 BMW X1 4dr SUV

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

71000 mi

US $1200
New bushings installed, ~600 

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2014 BMW X1 4dr SUV

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

29041 mi Found right front stabilizer link with play. Replaced right front stabilizer link. 

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2014 BMW X1 4dr SUV

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

53200 mi Replace steering shaft 
52000 mi Steering is now not as precise and car feels wobbly at high speeds. 
66643 mi

US $2300
Thrust arm bushings cracked and worn; replaced 
37000 mi Loud squeaking sound. Fixed under warranty 

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2013 BMW X1 4dr SUV

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

115000 mi

US $600
Locating bushings on front suspension 

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2013 BMW X1 4dr SUV

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

52700 mi

C $75
Front Right top plate noisy. 
56420 mi Squeaky rear suspension started on right side now seems to be coming from both sides. Suspect corrosion on bushing. Will troubleshoot as soon as weather warms up. 
83000 mi

US $660
Thrust arms replaced, Cracked inner bushings, 
66000 mi

US $200
Alignment done by Firestone left both front tires with significant non-symmetrical wear. Had to replace both. Per dealer, alignment done by them is very different and thus perhaps should not be done outside of dealer. 

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BMW X1 Suspension Problems

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