BMW 1-Series Engine Problems and Repair Histories
BMW 1-Series Engine problems reported via the Car Repair History and Car Reliability Surveys
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BMW 1-Series for which no Engine problems have been reported are not displayed. So the BMW 1-Series problems and repair histories you see here should not be used to infer car Engine problem frequency.
For BMW 1-Series Engine problem frequency, check the Car Reliability Survey result. For the problems behind the score, check the BMW 1-Series Engine problems and repair histories that follow it.
BMW 1-Series Reliability through March 31, 2013
General NotesModels and statistics marked with an asterisk (*) have very low sample sizes. These results, visible only to logged-in members, provide only a rough estimate of car reliability.Any result under 20 repair trips per 100 cars is likely a result of the small sample size, and should be expected to increase to 20 or so in future updates.
New models often start out with high repair rates, and then improve as the manufacturer identifies and addresses common problems. MethodologyOnly successfully completed repairs are currently included in the analysis. Routine maintenance, most wear items, recalls, and problems fixed with just a reflash or warning light reset are not included.
| Year | Make/Model | Trips/Year/100 Cars | Compared to all models for the same year | |
| 2012 | BMW 1-Series | 15 1-Series, 9.6 months of data per 1-Series, average 8600 miles Small sample size. Join or 15 1-Series, 9.6 months of data per 1-Series, average 8600 miles Small sample size. sign in to view |
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| 2011 | BMW 1-Series | 29 1-Series, 10.4 months of data per 1-Series, average 16500 miles28 |
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| 2009 | BMW 1-Series | 22 1-Series, 9.1 months of data per 1-Series, average 34000 miles Small sample size. Join or 22 1-Series, 9.1 months of data per 1-Series, average 34000 miles Small sample size. sign in to view |
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| 2008 | BMW 1-Series | 41 1-Series, 9.2 months of data per 1-Series, average 38400 miles67 |
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2012 BMW 1-Series 2dr Coupe
230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| BMW 1-Series in New Jersey, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2011 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2012 | 12700 | 0 | Very rough intermittant idle at start up and occasionally at stop lights/signs. |
| Mar | 2013 | 19000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2012 BMW 1-Series 2dr Coupe
230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD
| BMW 1-Series in Massachusetts, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2011 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2013 | 15000 | 0 | Engine was misfiring under acceleration when extremely cold (8deg. F) a few months ago. Replaced VANOS solenoid(s) under warranty. |
2011 BMW 1-Series
Engine not specified
| BMW 1-Series in Louisiana, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2011 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2011 | 7700 | 0 | Vanos system came apart mechanically damaged exhaust cam timing sensor. |
| Sep | 2012 | 36000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2011 BMW 1-Series 2dr Coupe
turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 7-speed automated manual RWD
| BMW 1-Series in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2010 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2010 | 3000 | 0 | Reflashed, Oil Change |
| Mar | 2013 | 30000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2011 BMW 1-Series 2dr Coupe
turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD
| BMW 1-Series in Alberta, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2010 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2011 | 620 | 0 | Unknown emissions system reprogramming. |
| Mar | 2013 | 8060 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| BMW 1-Series in North Carolina, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2010 | 1000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2010 | 2000 | 0 | Intake sensor |
| Mar | 2013 | 33000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2011 BMW 1-Series 2-door
Engine not specified
| BMW 1-Series in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2012 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2012 | 4000 | 0 | Work stopped providing free charging, and repeated software issues with experimental electric powertrain. Transferred lease. |
2009 BMW 1-Series 2dr Coupe
turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| BMW 1-Series in Pennsylvania, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2009 | 1000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2010 | 10000 | 0 | Experienced two long cranks in quick succession after a road trip. Dealer said might be HPFP, had fault code 2FBF, "Reprogrammed the car per the test plan DIA code D1214-B000000-90-210." |
| Oct | 2010 | 14700 | 0 | Experienced loss of power at highway speeds Friday 10/8. On Mon, dealer reprogrammed, kept it overnight, had long cranks Tuesday morning, replaced the high-pressure fuel pump with the -933 version. |
| Apr | 2013 | 31000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2009 BMW 1-Series 2dr Coupe
turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD
| BMW 1-Series in Maryland, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2009 | 3000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2010 | 8300 | 0 | Had the high pressure fuel pump replaced after it failed. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| BMW 1-Series in New York, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2009 | 8000 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2010 | 10000 | 0 | high pressure fuel pump was defective, leading to long crank times. |
| Aug | 2010 | 15000 | 0 | fuel pump replaced; |
| Sep | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| BMW 1-Series in Hawaii, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2009 | 5000 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2010 | 6000 | 0 | SES-HPFP failure, Stereo (dealer caused while in shop), Windows (dealer caused while in shop) |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| BMW 1-Series in Idaho, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2010 | 10000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2010 | 18000 | 0 | Faulty fuel pump. Had issues starting, was aware of potential issue from BMW forums. Replaced at no charge under warranty |
| Apr | 2011 | 20000 | 0 | Fuel pump replaced again. |
| Sep | 2012 | 30000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2008 BMW 1-Series 2dr Coupe
turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| BMW 1-Series in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2008 | 1000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2009 | 5000 | 0 | High pressure fuel pump was replaced due to a faulty factory part. Car was an April 2008 build which was the last month of the old model fuel pump. |
| Nov | 2010 | 29000 | 0 | Check engine line with reduced power symbol. Replaced all fuel injectors and reflashed the ECU. |
| Feb | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| BMW 1-Series in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2008 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2009 | 5000 | 0 | Throttle delay was noticeable since car was new. 0.5 sec. delay from idle. BMW Service reflashed SW with version 31.x. Still a slight delay but not as bad now. |
| Dec | 2009 | 17000 | 0 | Coolant light came on when engine was cold. Eventually coolant light came on and stayed on. I added distilled water to top-off radiator. Coolant light went away, but I still took in car. They topped-off with more BMW coolant & pressure tested. |
| Feb | 2011 | 33300 | 0 | High pressure fuel pump starting to fail... long cranks at start-up. Also, brought in for seat belt component recall. When brought in, BMW service also identified SEVERAL recall notices. 5 of 6 injectors were replaced. |
| Apr | 2011 | 35000 | 0 | Engine light came on + 'SERVICE ENGINE SOON'; throttle response retarded/reduced power. Engine light went off next morning; power returned. 'SERVICE ENGINE SOON' light still on. Replaced DEFECTIVE INTAKE CAMSHAFT SENSOR, cleared fault |
| Jun | 2011 | 39000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2008 BMW 1-Series 2dr Coupe
turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD
| BMW 1-Series in Pennsylvania, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2008 | 2000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2009 | 11000 | 0 | High pressure fuel pump - replaced under warranty. |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| BMW 1-Series in Alberta, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2008 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2008 | 1860 | 0 | Faulty high pressure fuel pump. Ordered, but placed on back-order. |
| Aug | 2008 | 3100 | 0 | High pressure fuel pump successfully replaced. |
| Sep | 2008 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2008 BMW 1-Series 2dr Convertible
230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD
| BMW 1-Series in Maine, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2008 | 1000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2008 | 5000 | 0 | Fuel tank and fuel sending unit replaced. |
| Apr | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
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