BMW E84 X1
2013–2015 · X1 (E84) · N20, N55

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Models and engines by year
US-market models. Chassis codes: E84. Not sure which one you have? The VIN check decodes year, model and engine.
Bulletins and recalls by year
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| Year | Service bulletins | NHTSA recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 4 | 0 |
| 2013 | 12 | 1 |
| 2014 | 17 | 1 |
| 2015 | 22 | 0 |
| 2016 | 8 | 1 |
| 2017 | 7 | 1 |
| 2018 | 7 | 0 |
| 2019 | 8 | 1 |
| 2020 | 3 | 1 |
| 2021 | 5 | 0 |
| 2022 | 1 | 0 |
| 2023 | 5 | 0 |
| 2024 | 4 | 1 |
| 2025 | 1 | 0 |
| 2026 | 4 | 0 |
Counted by the year BMW filed each document with NHTSA; each chart has its own scale. More filings in a year doesn't by itself mean a less reliable car.
Production
| What | Units | Source |
|---|---|---|
| First-generation X1 sold (as of 2014) | more than 640,000 | BMW Group PressClub |
Figures are copied as each source publishes them (retrieved October 18, 2026). "Sold" figures are BMW's reported sales, not production counts. Where we add numbers up, they come from one source. We leave out anything that hasn't been published.
Repair prices for the E84
These repairs apply to engines used in the E84. We don't have a E84-specific estimate for them yet. Each job page shows sourced owner prices from other chassis with the same engine, and you can ask us to price the job for your car.
N20 timing chain replacement
No estimate for the E84 yet · see prices on other chassisN55 oil filter housing gasket (OFHG)
No estimate for the E84 yet · see prices on other chassisN55 valve cover / valve cover gasket (PCV)
No estimate for the E84 yet · see prices on other chassisN52 / N54 / N55 electric water pump + thermostat
No estimate for the E84 yet · see prices on other chassisN55 oil pan gasket
No estimate for the E84 yet · see prices on other chassisVANOS solenoids (intake / exhaust)
No estimate for the E84 yet · see prices on other chassisN55 ignition coils (all six)
No estimate for the E84 yet · see prices on other chassisN55 charge pipe (intercooler to throttle) replacement
No estimate for the E84 yet · see prices on other chassisNHTSA safety recalls 7
- Recall 24V608: water pump, plug connector 228I, 328I, 428I, 528I, X1, X3, X4, X5, Z4, 2012–2018. 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, 201
- Recall 20V017: inflator module 1 SERIES M, 128I, 135I, 325I, 328I, 330I, 335D, 335I, 335IS, M3, X1, X3, X5, X6, X6 ACTIVEHYBRID, 2006–2015. These inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and high temperature cycling.
- Recall 19V016: inflator module X1 SAV, 2015. These vehicles are equipped with air bag inflators assembled as part of the driver frontal air bag modules, used as original equipment or replacement equipment, that may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cy
- Recall 17V087: cables X1 SAV, 2014. The affected vehicles may have battery positive (B+) cables that develop high resistance in the connections to the fuse box.
- Recall 16V071: inflator module 1 SERIES M, 128I, 135I, 325, 328, 330, 335, M3, X1 SAV, X3 SAV, X5 SAV, X6 ACTIVEHYBRID, X6 SAC, 2006–2015. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to rupture.
- Recall 14V627: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings 320I, 328I, 428I, 528I, X1 SAV, X3, Z4, 2012–2014. BMW of North America LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2014 BMW 328i xDrive Sports Wagon, 2012-2014 BMW 320i Sedan, 328i Sedan, 320i xDrive Sedan, 328i xDrive Sedan, 2012-2013 BMW 528i Sedan, 528i xDrive Sedan, 2013-2014 BMW X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i Sports Activity Vehicle, 2013-2014 BMW X
- Recall 13V454: vacuum 320I, 328I, 528I, X1 SAV, X3, Z4, 2012–2014. BMW of North America LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 320i, 328i, 320i xDrive, and 328i xDrive sedans; model year 2014 328i xDrive Sports Wagons; model year 2012-2013 528i and 528i xDrive sedans, model year 2013-2014 X1 sDrive28i and X1 xDrive28i vehicles and model year 2012-2014
Matched from NHTSA's public recall file by model and model year. A recall may cover only some cars from a year, and it may already have been done on yours. Check by VIN →
Service bulletins on file 108
- SIB 11 03 17 Timing chain warranty extension Timing chain warranty extension on BMW E84/E89/E92/E93 and other models (2011–2018); BMW extended the warranty on this part for eligible cars. Service bulletin · Oct 2021
- SIB 01 13 21 Electric water pump class-action settlement Electric water pump class-action settlement on N54/N55 engines (2007–2019); covers eligible repairs and reimbursement under the court settlement. Service bulletin · May 2021
- SIB 01 01 16 Thermostat warranty extension Thermostat warranty extension on N20/N52/N55 engines (2012–2017); BMW extended the warranty on this part for eligible cars. Service bulletin · Dec 2017
- SIB 01 06 17 Thermostat warranty extension Thermostat warranty extension on BMW E84 models (2013–2014); BMW extended the warranty on this part for eligible cars. Service bulletin · Jun 2017
- SIB 11 13 15 Oil filter housing leak Oil filter housing leak on BMW E60/E84/E89/E90 and other models (2009–2016); BMW explains the cause and the approved repair. Service bulletin · Aug 2015
- SIB 11 05 15 N20 and N55 Engine N20 and N55 Engine on N20/N55 engines (2011–2013); BMW explains the cause and the approved repair. Service bulletin · Mar 2015
- SIB 12 15 13 VANOS reduced power VANOS reduced power on N20/N47/N52/N54/N55/N62 engines (2008–2015); BMW gives an adjustment procedure. Service bulletin · Jan 2014
- SIB 01 20 16 Electrical system service information Electrical system service information on BMW E46/E70/E71/E72 and other models (2006–2014); BMW extended coverage for eligible cars. Warranty extension · May 2026
- SIB 06 16 26 Double Pipe Return Double Pipe Return on BMW E84/F22/F23/F30 and other models (2015); BMW explains the cause and the approved repair. Other communication · Feb 2026
- SIB 12 07 23 Auto start-stop service information Auto start-stop service information on BMW U11/E84/F48 models (2013–2024); BMW explains the cause and the approved repair. Service bulletin · Aug 2024
BMW service bulletins and warranty extensions filed with NHTSA that list the E84. Showing the 10 most relevant; see the E84 common problems page for the most frequent bulletin topics.
E84 specs
BMW's US figures we have on file run from 240 hp (X1 sDrive28i) to 300 hp (X1 xDrive35i), with 0-60 mph as quick as 5.3 s.
No manual gearbox appears in the EPA listings for this chassis. Full E84 specs: every US engine, transmission and drive by year →
Common problems & maintenance
E84 buyer's guide → E84 coding list E84 common problems → E84 maintenance schedule →
Before you pay, check the VIN for recalls. Some failures are covered by a safety recall or a BMW warranty extension.