2013 BMW X1 engine and engine cooling problems
12 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the engine and engine cooling on the 2013 BMW X1 — 32% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The contact owns a 2013 BMW X1. The contact stated that while shifting into park(P) and turning off the vehicle, there was white smoke coming from under the hood and entering the cabin through the air vents. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was driven to the residence; however, the…”
filed Jul 28, 2025
“The contact owns a 2013 BMW X1. The contact stated that after turning off the vehicle, upon return to the vehicle, there was an abnormal burning odor outside the vehicle. No warning lights illuminated. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V608000 (Engine and Engine Cooling…”
filed Jun 5, 2025
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Engine and Engine Cooling problems in other X1 years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 X1 | 2 | 3% |
| 2017 X1 | 3 | 2% |
| 2015 X1 | 22 | 42% |
| 2014 X1 | 16 | 30% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2013 BMW X1
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.