BMW X1 Complaints (2016)

163 consumer complaints on file.

#11556037November 20, 2023
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
Im having a message on my bmw states “ secure vehicle against rolling”
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11555666November 17, 2023
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Visor screen covering sunroof. The driver side of screen is partially ripped from track.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11554997November 14, 2023
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
I am receiving the secure vehicle against rolling error message. I will be researching how to fix.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11550732October 18, 2023
POWER TRAIN
During the parking of my vehicles (gearbox shifter in P position) and after turning off the engine, the iDrive system shows the following messages: "Transmission: Secure vehicle with parking brake when stopped. Consult service center." This happens each and every time and also when the vehicle is parked on level ground the error will remain even if the parking brake is applied. After turning on the engine again and putting the shifter either in R or D position, the error goes away. I have ever come to dealer for help, but they charge 300$ for any diagnosis. So I went to a local BMW body shop, and they are able to reproduce it and couldn't fix it completely. After studying this issue on one of the biggest BMW global forums - [XXX] , I came to the opinion that the problem most likely is either in weak design of the gearbox shifter unit or in the gearbox mechatronic unit and unfortunately is a common problem for BMW models. I'm concerned that BMW hasn’t announced any recall procedure, despite the fact that both of the units mentioned are quite expensive and definitely shouldn’t appear after such low odometer readings that are displayed. Other than me, many BMW X1 owners are experiencing the same issue: [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11550048October 15, 2023
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Dash displays: “secure vehicle with parking break when stopped. Consult service center.” Apparently this is an ongoing issue with the 2016 X1 and is a relatively simple fix albeit, costs an insane amount of money. This should be a recall.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11549277October 10, 2023
POWER TRAIN
On 6/27/23 the car dealership confirmed that the emergency brake sensor has broken and the car now misinforms the driver of whether the emergency brake has been activated. This had been an Issue for a few months. The display screen informs the driver that the brake is not activated, even if it has been activated. The result of this is that a driver may start to ignore the incorrect warning and may cause a driver to get confused regarding whether the brake is activated. A failure to properly activate an emergency brake could result in life threatening injuries. The car was taken to the dealer who confirmed the above problem with the sensor. I explored online blogs and found that many other X1 BMW owners have experienced similar issues. It looks as if this is a failing of the sensor system in this model car.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11548854October 7, 2023
POWER TRAIN
Every time I put the car in park It warns me “secure the vehicle against rolling”. I have done extensive research that this is a simple spring located in the gear box. This is something that all X1 have issues with. It should be covered as a RECALL.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11547273September 29, 2023
ENGINE
The contact owns a 2016 BMW X1. The contact stated that while having a routine inspection at the local dealer, the mechanic informed her that the engine mounts had failed. The contact was informed that the vehicle was out of warranty. The vehicle was repaired. The vehicle was taken to another local dealer, BMW of Sarasota (5151 Clark Rd., Sarasota, FL 34233) for a battery replacement. The vehicle was diagnosed, and the contact was informed that the engine mounts had failed again at 65,000. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and provided a discount on the repair. The failure mileage was approximately 42,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11546473September 25, 2023
POWER TRAIN
per internet, very common problem. Gear box problem that prevents car from automatically going into Park when rolling, doors open, etc....there is a message warning driver to secure car by parkiing brake to prevent from rolling. Thousands of dollars to repair per internet ( i understand the problems with internet info) but multiple discussions on line. BMW x1 2016, 35k miles. Multiple mechanics on line state that it results from a broken spring, but 3000.00 labor to open and remove gear box to repair the spring. Any recourse? thanks for any info.....
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11544636September 14, 2023
POWER TRAIN
The gear selector spring is defective. An error message comes up on the screen each time the car is turned on with an error related to the transmission. I have had BMW inspect the vehicle and determine there is a sensor issue broken, but the vehicle works. The gear selector spring causes this error and the error pops up and overrides safety features such as the camera when backing up.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11543679September 10, 2023
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
A transmission warning light comes on when started that says to use the park brake to keep the car from rolling
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11541803August 31, 2023
POWER TRAIN
I am receiving a ,Secure vehicle against rolling Secure vehicle with parking brake when stationary. Have the problem checked by Service. The following message displays every time I turn vehicle off “Transmission: Secure vehicle with parking brake when stopped.” The error message remains even when parked on level ground or when the parking brake is engaged.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11537044August 7, 2023
STRUCTURE:BODY
Today the moonroof lining just fell off. It is hanging from both sides but one of the sides has a thin metal strip bunched up. I am unable to close the moonroof lining and because it hangs it blocks my vision to the back rear from the view mirror. Please keep in mind my BMW has low miles so how is this possible? I am trying to upload a picture but unable on the form.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11535789August 1, 2023
POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2016 BMW X1. The contact stated that while parking the vehicle, a secure vehicle brake warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who informed the contact that the shift lock solenoid needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 67,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11527738June 19, 2023
SERVICE BRAKES
Error - secure vehicle with parking brake when stopped
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11527777June 19, 2023
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Secure vehicle against rolling error sign
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11524507May 30, 2023
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Error message "Secure vehicle with parking brake when stopped. Consult service center" on my 2016 BMW X1. Seems common enough for a recall - I am quoted $2,700 fix by the dealer and the problem seems to be a small spring in the gear selector box!?
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11520347May 3, 2023
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Getting transmission error: secure vehicle when stopped. This will not turn off.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11519909May 1, 2023
VISIBILITY/WIPER
The vehicle features a panoramic sunroof with a retractable sunroof shade. The sunroof shade is attached to the sides of the vehicle ceiling with glue that fails over time and causes the sunshade to partially or completely detach from the ceiling of the vehicle, causing a dangerous obstruction to visibility.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11519441April 28, 2023
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, POWER TRAIN
My BMW X1 started to display a message on the screen that says "Secure vehicle against rolling". I had it looked at and the diagnoses came back that there is a faulty spring inside the shifter that needs to be replaced. After some research, I have found this is happening to MANY BMW's. At this point, it does not seem like it is effecting the functioning of my shifter but I am not sure what the long term repercussions are. This message has been displayed every time I turn the car on for the past year. I was quoted over $2000 for BMW to repair this issue. I refuse to spend the money on an issue that should be a recall if it effects a large number of BMW's.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0

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