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    BMW X1 Problems

    Are you having problems with your BMW X1? Let our team of motoring experts keep you up to date with all of the latest BMW X1 issues & faults. We have gathered all of the most frequently asked questions and problems relating to the BMW X1 in one spot to help you decide if it's a smart buy.

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    BMW X1 2011: Seats cracking
    Answered by Graham Smith · 25 April 2019

    I presume the seats are leather. Leather needs regular maintenance with cleaner and conditioner to keep it supple and prevent it from drying out and cracking. You can buy leather conditioner at all major auto outlets.

    Audi Q5, BMW X1, Range Rover Sport headline recent recalls
    By Tung Nguyen · 15 May 2017
    European manufacturers Audi, BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Jaguar Land Rover and Peugeot have all issued recent recall notices.
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    Downsizing from a ML350d?
    Answered by Carsguide.com.au · 28 February 2016

    The GLA is actually my favourite of all the baby Mercedes-Benz models and I reckon it should suit her fine. It gets The Tick from me.

    Used BMW X1 review: 2010-2012
    By Graham Smith · 28 August 2015
    Having given us the luxury X5 and X3 SUVs it was only a matter of time before BMW offered us a compact version. New That was the BMW X1 that arrived in showrooms in 2010 and brought with it the on-road driving experience that is part of the BMW DNA. Like its bigger brethren the smallest BMW SUV boasted performance and
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    Power chip for 2010 BMW X1
    Answered by Carsguide.com.au · 11 August 2011

    We haven't had any experience with the chip you refer to, but have had some with other chips that have been offered here in the past. Yes they can work, but they do so by taking the engine calibration closer to the edge than the carmaker would dare do with safety. In my view they would clearly affect the warranty.

    No spare wheel in BMW X1
    Answered by CarsGuide team · 29 September 2010

    It doesn't have a spare so I guess their thinking us that you don't need a jack or a wheel brace. Without a spare you have to take your X1 to a dealer or tyre outlet when you have a problem with a run-flat and they have the equipment to remove the wheels. It's also an indication of how many BMW owners take their vehicles offroad.

    Used small SUVs review
    By Stuart Innes · 25 June 2010
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