Recall work is done by the manufacturer, and GOV.UK says you will not usually have to pay for it. These are the 40 DVSA recalls for the X1, newest first. They do not tell you whether this particular car has had the work: for that, put the registration into the free GOV.UK MOT history check, which shows a recall status where the manufacturer shares it, or ask a franchised dealer to check the VIN.
🏛️ January 2026Cars built August 2009 to June 2015
Replace the Driver's Airbag - Takata PSDI-5
Affected vehicles may be fitted with a drivers airbag which may deploy with too much explosive force causing sharp metal fragments to be released into the cabin. It has the potential to fatally or seriously injure vehicle occupants.
Put right by: Affected vehicles will have the airbag replaced.
DVSA R/2025/32738,466 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ December 2025Cars built July 2009 to October 2017
Takata Driver and/or Passenger Airbag Recall (Global VINs)
Affected vehicles are already included in Safety Recalls within the markets they have previously resided in. The vehicles may be fitted with a driver and/or passenger airbag/s which if deployed may do so with excessive force causing sharp metal fragments to be released this may cause serious injury which could prove fatal to people in the vicinity.
Put right by: Vehicles will have the affected airbags checked and if necessary replaced.
DVSA R/2025/3491,240 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ October 2025Cars built August 2025 to October 2025
Seat Belt Rear Outer Seats
On affected vehicles either one or both of the outer most rear seats may not have been manufactured correctly and the sensitivity sensor may be deformed. If the sensor is not functioning correctly there is a risk the seat belt may not operate as intended.
Put right by: On affected vehicles the affected seatbelts will be checked and replaced.
DVSA R/2025/443346 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ September 2025Cars built June 2025 to July 2025
Front Seat Belt Retractor
On affected vehicles the front seat belts may have damage to the torsion bar caused during manufacture. The retention function of the seat belt may not perform as expected in the event of an accident.
Put right by: Affected vehicles will have the affected seatbelts replaced.
DVSA R/2025/398352 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ January 2025Cars built September 2024 to October 2024
Checking the B-Pillar U11
Affected vehicles may have a B-Pillar which may have been produced using incorrect materials.
Put right by: Affected vehicles will have an inspection conducted and if an affected B-Pillar is found it will be replaced with a component of the correct specification.
DVSA R/2025/0151,322 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ October 2024Cars built April 2023 to June 2024
Hydraulic Brake System Unit Replacement
On affected vehicles the brake servomotor was improperly welded. The weld seam might not withstand the stresses caused under high brake pressure leading to a requirement for a higher brake effort increasing the braking distance.
Put right by: Affected vehicles will have the hydraulic unit of the brake system replaced.
DVSA R/2024/41433 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ October 2024Cars built November 2009 to April 2015
Check Driver's Airbag for Conversion Takata SDI & PSDI-5
Affected vehicles may have had a retrofit or conversion of the airbag using a previously recalled airbag variant which if deployed may do so with excessive force causing sharp metal fragments to be released this may cause serious injury possibly fatal to people in the vicinity. The original factory fitment airbag for the vehicle is not affected.
Put right by: Vehicles will have the airbag checked and if necessary replaced.
DVSA R/2024/403100 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ September 2024Cars built May 2022 to June 2024
Integrated Braking System
On certain vehicles the Integrated Brake (IB) system may be impaired due to contamination between electrical contacts.
Put right by: Vehicles that may be affected by contamination are required to have the vehicle's software updated which can detect signal interference before it occurs. If symptoms are detected you should refrain from use of the vehicle and the affected Integrated Brake (IB) system component will be replaced.
DVSA R/2024/38321,244 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ August 2024Cars built February 2024 to February 2024
Checking the Seat Mechanism of the Left Front Seat U11
On affected vehicles the seat mechanism of the front left seat may not have been manufactured within accordance to specifications It is possible that an incorrectly sized rivet was used during production. As a result the mechanism may fail in the event of an accident.
Put right by: On affected vehicles the front left seat mechanism will be checked and if necessary replaced.
DVSA R/2024/3001 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ July 2024Cars built April 2024 to May 2024
Replacing the Backrest Frame of the Front Left Seat
On affected vehicles the welding of the recliner adjustment on the backrest of the left front seat may not have been performed to specification potentially resulting in insufficient locking of the backrest.
Put right by: On the affected vehicles the Left front seat backrest will be replaced.
DVSA R/2024/2776 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ May 2024Cars built December 2010 to December 2010
Replace VANOS bolts N51 N52 N55
On affected vehicles overtime the aluminium screws can loosen or break on the adjustable variable camshaft timing (VANOS) units potentially resulting in engine emergency mode being activated.
Put right by: On affected vehicles the eight aluminium screws will be replaced if evidence of faulty screws is found then the VANOS adjustment unit will also be replaced.
DVSA R/2024/1911 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ March 2024Cars built June 2022 to July 2023
Integrated Braking System
On affected vehicles an unexpected loss of hydraulic brake assistance may occur and may result in a different pedal behaviour under specific conditions an extended braking distance may be experienced and ABS/Stability control may be impaired
Put right by: On the affected vehicles the Integrated Brake System will be replaced
DVSA R/2024/1198,202 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ June 2023Cars built January 2018 to January 2018
On some diesel vehicles glycol leakage from the EGR-Cooler may occur. In very rare cases this could lead to the melting of the Intake manifold and in very rare cases result in a possible fire.
On some diesel vehicles glycol leakage from the EGR-Cooler may occur. In very rare cases this could lead to the melting of the Intake manifold and in very rare cases result in a possible fire.
Put right by: Initial warning letter with advice to be sent with follow up Letter to call in vehicles for rectification work to be carried out on the affected vehicles once parts are available. The EGR cooler will be replaced with an optimised component.
DVSA R/2023/1724,923 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ May 2023Cars built November 2021 to December 2022
In rare cases the lower section of the outer seat belts may have been trapped behind the lower part of the C-pillar interior trim panels.
In rare cases the lower section of the outer seat belts may have been trapped behind the lower part of the C-pillar interior trim panels.
Put right by: Check the fitment of the rear seat belts and if applicable release any trapped components.
DVSA R/2023/1271,963 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ January 2023Cars built June 2016 to April 2017
A possible degradation of the propellant tablets could lead to an over-aggressive combustion in the event the airbag is activated which may cause the inflator body to rupture.
A possible degradation of airbag propellant tablets could lead to an over-aggressive combustion in the event the airbag is activated which may cause the inflator body to rupture.
Put right by: On affected vehicles the drivers airbag module will be replaced.
DVSA R/2023/0164 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ November 2022Cars built June 2022 to September 2022
One or both of the front panoramic sunroof drain tubes may be cracked this could result in water entering the interior of the vehicle. The wiring harness and body control unit (BCP) can be exposed to water and damaged.
One or both of the front panoramic sunroof drain tubes may be cracked this could result in water entering the interior of the vehicle. The wiring harness and body control unit (BCP) can be exposed to water and damaged. If water enters the BCP control unit the electrical function could be impaired.
Put right by: On the affected vehicles both front drain tubes will be checked and if required the tubes repaired.
DVSA R/2022/34077 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ October 2022Cars built May 2022 to May 2022
The high-pressure fuel rail may not have been produced according to specifications
The high-pressure fuel rail may not have been produced according to specifications.
Put right by: Replace the high-pressure fuel rail.
DVSA R/2022/2801 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ August 2022Cars built November 2014 to May 2018
Undetected EGR System leaks may cause thermal activity in the intake manifold
Undetected EGR System leaks may cause thermal activity in the intake manifold.
Put right by: The engine management control unit (DDE) will be programmed with improved software incorporating the latest OBD functionality.
DVSA R/2022/255322,745 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ August 2022Cars built July 2011 to May 2015
The exhaust gas recirculation cooler may leak over time and cause thermal incident
The Exhaust Gas Recirculation cooler may leak over time and cause thermal incident.
Put right by: On the affected vehicles the EGR cooler module will be replaced.
DVSA R/2022/206319,399 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ March 2022Cars built January 2022 to February 2022
The micro gas generator within the front seatbelt's retractor may have been damaged
The micro gas generator within the front seatbelts retractor may have been damaged and may not act according to the specification in the event of an accident.
Put right by: On the affected vehicles the front seatbelts will be checked and replaced if they are found to have been damaged
DVSA R/2022/0892,018 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ December 2021Cars built October 2021 to October 2021
The material quality of the screws used for seat belts and rear seats may not be to specifications.
The material quality of seat and seatbelt screws may not be according to specification.
Put right by: On the affected vehicles the screws will be replaced in specific locations on the seat belts or rear seats.
DVSA R/2021/44238 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ December 2020Cars built February 2020 to September 2020
Remaining particles in the cells of the high voltage battery can cause a short circuit
A possibility of impurities contained in the HV batteries may cause short circuit.
Put right by: Testing of battery charge cycles and replacement of the HV cells where necessary.
DVSA R/2020/2832,665 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ October 2020Cars built June 2020 to July 2020
Remaining particles in the cells of the high voltage battery can cause a short circuit
In very rare cases welding beads were not always completely removed in the cleaning process during battery production.
Put right by: Test and replace the High Voltage batteries if affected.
DVSA R/2020/298871 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ August 2020Cars built March 2015 to May 2017
The exhaust gas recirculation module cooler could leak over time
The Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) Module cooler could leak over time
Put right by: The EGR cooler will be inspected on the affected vehicles and replaced if evidence of leaking is found.
DVSA R/2020/17971,128 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ June 2020Cars built March 2020 to March 2020
The air bag control unit may have been equipped with a defective sensor for the rollover detection
The air bag control unit may have been equipped with a defective sensor for the rollover detection.
Put right by: The Airbag control unit (ACSM4i) will be replaced on the affected vehicles.
DVSA R/2020/162189 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ April 2020Cars built April 2019 to April 2019
The steering gear tie rod may not have been assembled with the required spherical washer
The steering gear tie rod may not have been assembled with a required spherical washer
Put right by: Both steering gear tie rods will be checked and if affected tie rod/s and accompanying swivel bearing/s will be replaced
DVSA R/2019/28819 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ March 2019Cars built October 2018 to January 2019
Rear lights may be fixed with incorrect securing nuts
The rear lights of affected vehicles might be fixed with securing nuts which may not have been produced to supplier specifications.
Put right by: The rear lights will be checked and if necessary replaced.
DVSA R/2019/0713,722 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ December 2018Cars built May 2011 to May 2015
Exhaust gas recirculation module cooler could leak
The EGR cooler may leakpresenting a fire risk
Put right by: A visual inspection of the EGR cooler to check for leaks and excessive build-up of deposits. The EGR cooler will be replaced on all affected vehicles
DVSA R/2018/341225,449 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ August 2018Cars built May 2018 to June 2018
Software fault with crankshaft sensor
The affected vehicles may be equipped with a crankshaft sensor with a software fault. The crankshaft sensor cannot process the signal values from the crankshaft transmitter due to an improper firmware level. The firmware does not compensate sufficiently the temperature gradients and the magnetic field strength of the sensor electronic. If the crankshaft sensor cannot process the signal values from the transmitter the Digital Diesel Electronic (DDE) will notice that and change to the emergency operation mode. The emergency mode will be displayed by the check control message engine malfunction. The driver may notice a rough running engine and a reduced driving power (70%). However an engine stalling during driving conditions cannot be excluded.
Put right by: On the affected vehicles the crankshaft sensor will be replaced with a new version.
DVSA R/2018/2114,025 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ July 2018Cars built April 2018 to May 2018
Front axle swivel bearings may not have been produced to specification
Due to a fault in the supplier production process the swivel bearings on the front axle of the affected vehicles may not have been produced to specification. Due to an insufficient heat treatment the fracture strain has been reduced. The affected swivel bearings could break causing loss of wheel guidance during driving.
Put right by: On the affected vehicles both swivel bearings will be checked and if necessary replaced with a part produced to specification.
DVSA R/2018/171100 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ June 2018Cars built August 2009 to June 2011
Plug in contact cable may malfunction
The positive battery cable to the front distribution box behind the glove box can become damaged by vibrations and frictional corrosion. This may cause a loss of electrical connection to the distributions box. Symptoms include being unable to gain entry or start the car but the most common are a flickering instrument panel or uneven engine performance. However if the electrical connection is completely lost this will also affect the operation of the vehicles lighting systems; e.g. sidelights or hazard warning lamps.
Put right by: On affected vehicles carry out a suitable repair to the battery cable positive cable.
DVSA R/2018/132311,848 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ June 2017Cars built June 2016 to January 2017
Front passenger airbag maynot deploy correctly
It is possible a recess on the inside of the instrument panel was not machined correctly. The recess is the predetermined break point of the instrument panel when the front passenger airbag is activated. If the milling has not been carried out correctly the proper deployment of the front passenger airbag cannot be ensured.
Put right by: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and check the milling of the predetermined break point. Where necessary the instrument panel will be replaced.
DVSA R/2017/1717,948 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ April 2017Cars built December 2010 to April 2011
Driveshaft universal joint may break
Due to insufficient strength the front universal joint in the rear front universal joint of the rear prop shaft may fail.
Put right by: On affected vehicle replace the universal joint with a modified version
DVSA R/2017/13210,849 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ April 2017Cars built December 2009 to October 2011
Plug in contact cable may malfunction
It is possible that the connection between the B+ cable and the Power Distribution Box can become damaged by wear and heat which is caused by high current flow and high contact resistance. Normally this will result in a non-start situation after parking the vehicle. However it is possible that this could in extreme cases occur whilst the vehicle is in motion. The driver should be made aware of the issue by flickering of the instrument cluster (dash) or an engine mis-fire; but if the driver does not then the engine could cut-out without warning.
Put right by: Recall all affected vehicles with petrol engines and replace the cable/connection with a more robust item.
DVSA R/2017/11436,410 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ February 2017Cars built September 2016 to December 2016
Airbag may not deploy
A recess on the inside of the fascia panel may not have been correctly machined. This recess affects the deployment of the front passenger's air bag and it may not deploy as intended.
Put right by: On affected vehicles replace fascia panel.
DVSA R/2017/0522 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ January 2017Cars built August 2016 to November 2016
Airbags may not deploy
The igniter for the certain airbag modules may not have been correctly manufactured which may affect air bag deployment in the event of a collision.
Put right by: Where necessary replace affected airbag modules.
DVSA R/2017/011668 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ July 2014Cars built September 2009 to November 2011
Engine emergency mode may be activated during driving
The screws retaining the variable camshaft timing (VANOS) housing may loosen and under certain circumstances the heads may break off. This can lead to the VANOS leaking oil internally and adversely affect the valve timing adjustment. If found to deviating from targeted data the engine emergency mode will be activated. This will be indicated by a distinct change in engine running. The orange engine management warning lamp and a check message; On vehicles with N51/N52 engines this will appear at ignition recycle on N55 engine it will display immediately.
Put right by: Repalce bolted connection of the VANOS adjustment unit
DVSA R/2014/0682,967 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ July 2013Cars built February 2013 to June 2013
Loss of drive
It is possible that over a period of time the bolt securing the clutch cover/pressure plate may become loose. The drive should be warned of this by the behaviour of the clutch noise from it or inability to select gears. Under certain conditions complete loss of drive could occur which could place the driver and occupant of the vehicle in a prone position.
Put right by: Recall all affected vehicles and replace the clutch bolts.
DVSA R/2013/0804 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ April 2013
Engine may cut out
It is possible that the connection between the B+ cable and the Power Distribution Box can become damaged by wear and heat which is caused by high current flow and high contact resistance. Normally this will result in a non-start situation after parking the vehicle. However it is possible that this could in extreme cases occur whilst the vehicle is in motion. The driver should be make aware of the issue by flickering of the instrument cluster (dash) or an engine mis-fire; but if the driver does not then the engine could cut-out without warning.
Put right by: Recall all affected vehicles and replace the cable/connection with a more robust item.
DVSA R/2013/02436 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ July 2012Cars built November 2011 to March 2012
EPS may not perform as specified
Due to a component in the integrated control module not being to specification it is possible power steering assistance may fail. If this happens the EPS warning lamp will illuminate and a check control message will appear on the dashboard display. Directional control will be maintained albeit with additional driver input.
Put right by: Recall vehicles likely to be affected to replace the steering box.
DVSA R/2012/081701 vehicles affected in the UK
Recall data published by the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency under the Open Government Licence v3.0. A recall listed here may not apply to every car of this model: the build dates and the registration check are what decide it.