- The problem
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2012-2016 3 Series, 5 Series, Z4, 2012-2015 X1, 2013-2017 X3, 2015-2016 4 Series Gran Coupe, 2 Series Convertible, 2014-2016 328xi Gran Turismo, 2 Series Coupe, 4 Series Convertible, 3 Series Coupe, 3 Series Sportswagon, 2015-2018 X4, and 2016-2018 X5 xDrive40e vehicles. An improperly sealed electrical connector on the water pump may be exposed to water and short circuit.
- The risk
- A short circuit increases the risk of a fire.
- The fix
- Owners are advised to park their vehicles outside and away from structures until the recall remedy is completed. The remedy is currently under development. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed in December 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning December 25, 2026. This recall replaces NHTSA recall number 24V608. Vehicles already repaired under the previous recall will need to have the new remedy completed.
Vehicle safety record
2012 BMW X1 Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 2012 BMW X1 have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 2 recalls, the latest in November 2026 for the connectors / plugs / receptacles.
NHTSA data checked
BFewer problems than a typical X1 year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 2
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
2012 BMW X1 recalls 2
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
- The problem
- BMW of North America, LLC. (BMW) is recalling certain 2012-2015 X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i, 2012-2016 Z4 sDrive28i, 528i, 528i xDrive, 328i, 328xi, 2016-2018 X5 xdrive 40e, 2014-2016 228i, 228xi, 428i, 428i xDrive, 328xi Gran Turismo, 2013-2017 X3 sDrive28i, X3 xDrive28i, 2015-2018 X4 xDrive28i, 2015-2016 428xi vehicles. An improperly sealed electrical connector on the water pump may be exposed to water and short circuit.
- The risk
- An electrical short increases the risk of a fire.
- The fix
- Dealers will inspect and replace the water pump and plug connector as necessary, and install a protective shield, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 28, 2025. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
What owners say
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No complaints about the 2012 BMW X1 yet
BMW X1: every year compared
All X1 years2012 BMW X1 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 BMW X1 | 0 | 2 | B | |
| 2012 BMW 328I Xdrive | 145 | 0 | B | Compare |
| 2012 BMW 328I | 144 | 7 | F | Compare |
| 2012 BMW 335I Xdrive | 36 | 0 | C | Compare |
| 2012 BMW 335I | 34 | 3 | F | Compare |
| 2012 BMW 128I | 31 | 5 | F | Compare |
| 2012 BMW 135I | 19 | 6 | F | Compare |
| 2012 BMW 320I | 3 | 3 | F | Compare |
| 2012 BMW 325I | 1 | 0 | A | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 2012 BMW X1
Does the 2012 BMW X1 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2012 BMW X1: connectors / plugs / receptacles (November 2026); pump (August 2024). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
How many complaints has the 2012 BMW X1 had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 2012 BMW X1 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 65 out of 100 (grade B: fewer problems than a typical BMW X1 year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
What should I do if my 2012 BMW X1 has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data