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2013 BMW X1 repairs by problem area
Engine (48%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (5%)
Brakes and Traction Control (7%)
Suspension and Steering (8%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (23%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (2%)
Other (7%)
Chart based on 60 repairs.
2013 BMW X1 repair cost distribution
$2500+ (2%)
$1000 - $2499 (8%)
$500 - $999 (14%)
$100 - $499 (18%)
< $100 (57%)
Chart based on 49 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2013 BMW X1
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| BMW X1 in South Carolina, United States Mar 2014 - Jul 2014 | |||
| Apr 20142000 mi | Replace fuel injector | ||
2013 BMW X1 4dr SUV
turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| BMW X1 in Virginia, United States Jun 2014 - Jun 2023 | |||
| Dec 201522000 miUS $500 | can't remember the exact issue, AC system not working, had to be replaced | ||
| Sep 201839000 miUS $1350 | repair/replace coolant system, water pump broke | ||
| Jul 202045142 miUS $1700 | timing belt replacement spark plug replacement | ||
| Aug 202045465 miUS $2635 | replace Valvetronic motor and broken air intake tube | ||
| BMW X1 in Alberta, Canada Dec 2013 - Dec 2014 | |||
| Jul 201411160 miC $50 | The indash monitoring system indicated that the coolant was low. Added 750ml of 50/50 antifreeze | ||
| Dec 201413640 mi | It appears that the head gasket has failed. There is evidence of coolant washing 4 cylinders. There is also evidence of water in the oil (from oil analysis). | ||
| BMW X1 in California, United States Sep 2012 - Sep 2015 | |||
| Aug 20138900 miUS $10 | Low coolant warning, added coolant. Coolant leak? Low engine oil, added 1qt oil. | ||
| Nov 20139000 mi | Engine Malfunction warning - "Valvetronic System Deactivated Adjustment Fault". Replaced Valvetronic motor, eccentric shaft, gasket, needle bearings. Coolant leak - Replaced pressure expansion tank cap | ||
| May 201523000 miUS $1900 | Replaced cracked windshield, hit by a rock. Very expensive replacement by BMW. BMW windshield required for lease return. | ||
| BMW X1 in New Jersey, United States Jul 2016 - Jun 2022 | |||
| May 201733000 mi | BMW Assist | ||
| Jan 202250000 miUS $444 | Slow starting; battery going dead | ||
| BMW X1 in Massachusetts, United States Feb 2015 - Sep 2016 | |||
| Apr 201515700 mi | Periodic restarting of navigation system. New nav system replaced. | ||
2013 BMW X1 4dr SUV
turbocharged 240hp 2.0L I4 8-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| BMW X1 in South Carolina, United States Apr 2017 - Jun 2022 | |||
| Apr 2022133000 miUS $800 | valve cover gasket | ||
| BMW X1 in New Mexico, United States Dec 2013 - May 2014 | |||
| May 201423333 miUS $578 | Replaced Breytone wheel and painted to match other wheels. | ||
| BMW X1 in California, United States Jul 2016 - Jun 2018 | |||
| Nov 201639700 mi | Service engine light. Dealer replaced thermostat. Covered by warranty. | ||
| BMW X1 in California, United States Oct 2013 - Jan 2022 | |||
| Nov 201315000 mi | low coolant. Pressure tested, no leak found Check engine light came on. | ||
| Jun 201658000 miUS $460 | Thermostat heater failed. Took two trips to repair, initial replacement part was bad. | ||
| Jun 201776000 miUS $100 | One headlight bulb had failed | ||
| Feb 2021115000 miUS $600 | Locating bushings on front suspension | ||
| BMW X1 in North Carolina, United States Aug 2013 - Jan 2014 | |||
| Aug 20139000 mi | Fuel injector replaced | ||
2013 BMW X1 4dr SUV
turbocharged 240hp 2.0L I4 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| BMW X1 in Florida, United States Aug 2014 - Jun 2018 | |||
| Apr 201837000 miUS $600 | Turbo wastegate | ||
| May 201837000 miUS $350 | Service engine soon light on. Replaced thermostat, cooling flush and refilled | ||
| BMW X1 in California, United States Sep 2012 - Mar 2015 | |||
| Mar 20138000 mi | One of the steering headlights failed, giving an error message. The headlight was replaced. It took two days to get the part. I have to say I was very impressed, I got use of an X1 loaner and they also updated the NAV software. | ||
| Dec 201321000 mi | Both sideview mirrors were not heating to defog. Both mirror glass pieces replaced. | ||
| Jan 201421500 mi | When changing the oil, the technician cross threaded the drain plug. A repair was attempted using a threaded insert. Now the oil pan will be replaced. Part is on order, from Germany, they are expecting 10-12 days for delivery. | ||
| Apr 201424500 mi | Thermostat replaced. The car produced a "service engine soon" light. Side view mirrors replaced again due to not heating to defog. | ||
| BMW X1 in Wisconsin, United States Feb 2017 - Jan 2019 | |||
| Sep 201757000 mi | Engine malfunction error. Reduced Power. Dealer said it was a misconfiguration with air sensors | ||
| BMW X1 in Nova Scotia, Canada May 2017 - Jun 2018 | |||
| Jun 201870060 miC $54 | After market alloys | ||
| BMW X1 in Delaware, United States Mar 2017 - Jun 2018 | |||
| Feb 201883000 miUS $660 | Rotors, Pads, and brake hardware replaced. Thrust arms replaced, Cracked inner bushings, | ||
| BMW X1 in Vermont, United States Feb 2013 - Oct 2022 | |||
| Jul 201846000 miUS $300 | Replaced leaking rear diff output shaft seal. | ||
| Jul 202275000 mi | Thermostat replaced. | ||
| BMW X1 in Tennessee, United States Nov 2016 - Oct 2018 | |||
| Jan 201864000 mi | Dealer replaced comfort access door handle that failed | ||
| Jun 201872000 miUS $50 | Turbo actuator replaced, valve cover gasket replaced Front differential replaced due to leaking fluid Thermostat replaced | ||
| BMW X1 in Colorado, United States Jul 2015 - Jun 2018 | |||
| Oct 201534500 mi | Ventilation fan had a high pitch whine. fan unit was replaced | ||
| Oct 201757800 mi | engine is smoking and is not stopping smoking at start up and warm up. white smoke. Repair is not defined at this time, vehicle is still in the BMW garage. | ||
| BMW X1 in Tennessee, United States Oct 2015 - Jun 2022 | |||
| May 201628000 mi | Shuddering on acceleration, mainly at low speeds and only with some throttle openings Driver's seat belt would sometimes not extend. | ||
| Aug 201633000 mi | Transfer case replaced under warranty; this caused the shuddering on acceleration reported in May, 2016. | ||
| Jun 201741000 miUS $400 | Replace spark plugs | ||
| Jun 2018523000 miUS $250 | Car computer said brake fluid needed replacing. | ||
| Jun 201966000 miUS $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. | ||
| Aug 202077000 miUS $1800 | Leak in turbo oil supply line; smoke at starting. New part has improvement which dealer said would prevent leak from reoccurring. Repair guaranteed for 2 yrs. per dealer. | ||
| Sep 202077000 miUS $480 | When engine restarted after stop/start system shut it down (like at red light, etc.), transmission would shift into Park and transmission error message would be displayed. Internet research suggested that this could be cause by low voltage from battery. My inspection revealed battery was factory original, 7 yrs. old. Dealer checked battery condition; battery replaced and car reprogramed to charge new battery. Problem has not recurred. | ||
| Dec 202085000 miUS $538 | Brakes throbbing, replaced rotors and pads | ||
| Aug 202189000 miUS $217 | Wear sensor replaced by dealer; not done at time of previous brake job to save $. Owners decision, not thought through though. | ||
| BMW X1 in Georgia, United States Jan 2017 - Jan 2022 | |||
| Oct 201710000 mi | Failure of passenger seat restraint system warning light keeps going off. problem fixed by moving passenger seat back all the way. Don't know what is causing this. It seems to be temperature related. It only happens when outside temperature is above 70 degrees. The repair was unsuccessful. | ||
| BMW X1 in British Columbia, Canada Oct 2012 - May 2016 | |||
| Dec 20121240 mi | Front right headlight washer replaced | ||
| BMW X1 in Minnesota, United States Oct 2012 - Sep 2015 | |||
| Nov 201431000 mi | Leaking air conditioning, still waiting to get the car back | ||
| BMW X1 in Quebec, Canada May 2017 - Apr 2018 | |||
| Oct 201752700 miC $75 | Front Right top plate noisy. | ||
| Apr 201856420 mi | Car stalls out when selected into drive when cold. Seems ok after restart. Will repeat occasionally when started cold. No repair attempted yet. 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. | ||
2013 BMW X1 4dr SUV
turbocharged 180hp 2.0L I4 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| BMW X1 in British Columbia, Canada Nov 2017 - Jun 2022 | |||
| Jun 202263860 miC $1 | Replaced fuse for cigarette lighter | ||
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