NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2025 BMW X1 Safety Ratings
The 2025 BMW X1 scores 78 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Average), with a 4-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 3 recalls, and 12 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2025 BMW X1 achieved an Average NHTSA Safety Index of 78/100. This assessment is predominantly shaped by its robust crash-protection scores. However, a near-zero rating for avoidance technology and three active recall campaigns introduce significant caveats. Potential owners should confirm all recall remedies have been completed prior to acquisition.
The 2025 BMW X1 received a NHTSA Safety Index of 78 out of 100 and an NHTSA overall crash-test rating of 4 out of 5 stars, according to NHTSA data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 153 SUVs from 2025 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2025 BMW X1 ranks 144 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
| NHTSA Safety Index | 78 / 100 (Average) |
|---|---|
| Overall crash rating | 4 of 5 stars |
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 4 / 5 / 4 stars |
| Rollover risk | 17.4% |
| Recalls on file | 3 |
| Owner complaints | 12 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 144 of 153 SUVs tested for 2025 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2025 BMW X1?
The 2025 BMW X1 slips one point from the 2024 model's 79/100 Index to 78/100, remaining in the Average band but moving in the wrong direction. The index breakdown reveals where the tension lies: crash protection is genuinely strong at 61 out of 70 points, and the NHTSA side-crash result of 5 stars reinforces that. However, the avoidance-tech sub-score of 2 out of 10 is a concrete drag on the total, a direct consequence of forward collision warning and lane departure warning both being absent from the standard equipment list. Electronic stability control is standard, which accounts for the two points earned there. The defect record sub-score of 15 out of 20 reflects the weight of three recall campaigns, including the structurally significant B-pillar reinforcement recall unique to the 2025 X1 and the ESC system recall spanning a broad multi-brand population. Twelve unverified consumer complaints, with Electrical System allegations leading at seven, add a layer of scrutiny worth monitoring as the model accumulates more owner experience. Taken together, this is a vehicle with legitimate crash-test strength that is held back by missing active-safety features and a recall footprint that demands attention.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2025 BMW X1 perform in crash tests?
The 2025 BMW X1 achieved a 5 out of 5 star rating for side protection, a strong showing in that critical category. Its overall NHTSA rating is 4 out of 5 stars. Frontal crash protection also earned 4 stars. Rollover resistance received 4 stars, with NHTSA data showing a 17-percent rollover risk and a "No Tip" dynamic test result. All rated categories for the X1 have published results.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 20087
Index breakdown
NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2025 BMW X1 have any recalls?
Three recall campaigns cover the 2025 BMW X1. One targets seat belt front retractors across multiple BMW and MINI models. A second, specific to the X1 xDrive28i and X1 M35i, addresses left and right B-pillar reinforcement structure. A third covers the electronic stability control system across 2023-2025 BMW, MINI, and Rolls-Royce vehicles. No park-outside or do-not-drive directive is indicated in the available data.
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR25V616000
Risk: A damaged seat belt retractor may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace both front seat belt retractors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 13, 2025. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) will be searchable on NHTSA.gov on November 7, 2025.
Reported 2025-09-17
STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS24V829000
Risk: A B-Pillar structure with reduced strength may not adequately protect passengers in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the left-side and right-side B-Pillar and, if affected, replace the B-Pillar, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 7, 2025. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Reported 2024-11-04
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)24V104000
Risk: A loss of power brake assist can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle. Additionally, malfunctioning ABS and/or DSC systems can cause a loss of vehicle control. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the integrated brake system, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed between June and December 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Rolls Royce customer service at 1-877-877-3735.
Reported 2024-02-12
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2025 BMW X1?
Twelve owner complaints have been submitted to NHTSA for the 2025 BMW X1, all unverified allegations. The Electrical System dominates with 7 reported concerns, followed by Service Brakes, Engine, and Power Train at 3 each. Two reports allege crash events, and one alleges a fire. No injuries or deaths are reported.
12 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2025 BMW X1?
Three recall campaigns have been issued for the 2025 BMW X1. Prospective owners should verify that recall remedies have been completed. Before purchase, confirm with the selling dealer or a BMW service center that no open recall status remains for the vehicle by checking its VIN against the NHTSA database.
- The 2025 X1 carries a B-pillar reinforcement recall specific to the xDrive28i and M35i trims, a structural safety campaign that distinguishes this model year from its predecessor.
- The avoidance-tech sub-score of 2 out of 10 reflects the absence of both forward collision warning and lane departure warning as standard features, directly suppressing the 78/100 Safety Index.
- Side-crash protection earned a perfect 5 out of 5 stars from NHTSA, the single strongest individual rating in the 2025 X1's test results.
- The one-point Index decline from the 2024 model's 79/100 to this year's 78/100 is modest but directional, driven by the expanded recall footprint rather than any deterioration in crash-test performance.
RANKINGSWhere the 2025 BMW X1 places
The 2025 BMW X1 qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2025 BMW X1 safety questions
Was the 2025 BMW X1 crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2025 BMW X1, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 78 out of 100, placing it in the Average band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2025 BMW X1 crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2025 BMW X1 earned 4 out of 5 stars for overall, 4 out of 5 stars for frontal, 5 out of 5 stars for side, and 4 out of 5 stars for rollover. Its measured rollover risk is 17.4%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2025 BMW X1 have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 3 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2025 BMW X1. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2025 BMW X1?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 12 owner complaints are on file for the 2025 BMW X1. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a crash or a fire.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
Other X1 years
Rivals in SUV (2025)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Lexus GX 550 | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2025 Lexus Rz 300e | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2025 Toyota Corolla Cross | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2025 Tesla Model X | 96/100 | not rated | 3 |
| 2025 Acura ADX | 96/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2025 Buick Envision | 96/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 20087), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the BMW X1 2025.
- SCORE The NHTSA Safety Index (0-100) weights crash protection, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the defect record. Full formula on the methodology page. It ranks 144 of 153 in the SUV class for 2025.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.