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Recalls & complaints · NHTSA data
2011 BMW 1 Series recalls
Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2011 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.
Recall summary by component11
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Campaigns |
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| Engine and engine cooling | 5 |
| Air bags | 2 |
| Electrical system | 2 |
| Power train | 1 |
| Seat belts | 1 |
Safety recalls11
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Oct 20, 202323V707000 | Engine and engine cooling: engineLoose or broken VANOS unit bolts can result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 23V707000
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| Mar 2, 202222V119000 | Engine and engine cooling: exhaust system emission controlAn electrical short can cause the PCV valve heater to overheat, increasing the risk of a fire while driving or, soon after driving when parked. DetailsHide details for campaign 22V119000
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| Jan 15, 202020V017000 | Air bags: frontal driver sideAn inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death. DetailsHide details for campaign 20V017000
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| Aug 6, 201919V579000 | Electrical system: wiringWiring that overheats could cause the electrical connectors to melt, and increase the risk of a fire, even when the vehicle is unattended. DetailsHide details for campaign 19V579000
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| Oct 30, 201717V683000 | Engine and engine cooling: exhaust system emission controlAn electrical short can cause the parts within the PCV valve to melt, increasing the risk of a fire, even when the vehicle is not in use. DetailsHide details for campaign 17V683000
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| Feb 2, 201717V067000 | Power train: driveline constant velocity jointIf the CV joint breaks, the vehicle may have a loss of propulsion, increasing the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 17V067000
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Merged from NHTSA model names: 1 Series, 128i, 1 Series M, 135i, 135is. Not every vehicle of a model year is affected by every campaign.
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Owner complaints by component123
NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Complaints | % |
|---|---|---|
| Air bags | 41 | 33 |
| Engine | 30 | 24 |
| Electrical system | 24 | 20 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 14 | 11 |
| Power train | 9 | 7 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 7 | 6 |
| Unknown or other | 6 | 5 |
| Vehicle speed control | 6 | 5 |
| Service brakes | 4 | 3 |
| Exterior lighting | 4 | 3 |
| Structure | 3 | 2 |
| Fuel system | 3 | 2 |
| Gasoline | 3 | 2 |
| Equipment | 2 | 2 |
| Air | 1 | 1 |
6 more components with fewer complaints not shown. An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number, merged from NHTSA model names 128I, 135I.
Latest reports
- Electrical system
“The contact owns a 2011 BMW 135I. The contact stated that the A/C system and the blower motor were intermittently inoperable.”
- Engine
“The contact owns a 2011 BMW 128I. The contact stated that on several occasions while driving at various speeds, the vehicle hesitated.”
- Engine
“BMW Series 135I2011 - Engine/Vanos bolts failed/failing! When it's started, you can total tell there is an issue with it...Car is basically NON-Drivable due to this condition due to safety concerns!”
Other BMW 1 Series model years
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2011 BMW 1 Series recall questions
How many recalls does the 2011 BMW 1 Series have?
NHTSA lists 11 safety recall campaigns for the 2011 BMW 1 Series. The most recent, 23V707000 (reported October 20, 2023), concerns engine and engine cooling. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.
What are the 2011 BMW 1 Series recalls for?
The largest group is engine and engine cooling, with 5 campaigns. Others: air bags (2), electrical system (2), power train (1). Each campaign below lists the defect, the risk and the free remedy.
What is the most common complaint about the 2011 BMW 1 Series?
Air bags is the most-reported component, named in 41 complaints out of 123 filed with NHTSA (33%). Across all complaints, owners reported 1 crash and 7 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How do I check if a recall is open on my 2011 BMW 1 Series?
Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the BMW recall lookup. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised BMW dealer.
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