2013 BMW 1 SERIES M — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
3
Owner Complaints
2
Recalls
8
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2013 BMW 1 SERIES M
The 2013 BMW 1 SERIES M has received a total of 3 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 2 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE. 8 technical service bulletins have been issued by BMW of North America, LLC for this model year. The most commonly reported problem area is the Air Bags (3 complaints).
Recalls for the 2013 BMW 1 SERIES M
NHTSA has recorded 2 recalls for the 2013 BMW 1 SERIES M, potentially affecting up to 899,965 vehicles.
Recall 20V017000 — AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
| 59,965 vehicles affected
Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2008-2013 128i and 135i Convertibles, 128i, 135i, and M Coupes, 2007-2010 X3 30si and X3 xDrive30i, 2013-2015 X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i and X1 xDrive35i, 2007-2013 328i, 328i xDrive, 335i, 335is, 335i xDrive and M3 Coupes, 2006-2011 328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive, 325i, 325xi, 330i, 330xi, 335i, 335xi, 335i xDrive and M3, 2009-2011...
Consequence: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver air bag. On X5 and X6 vehicles, only the inflator will be replaced. All repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began March 11, 2020. Owners may contact...
View full details →Recall 16V071000 — AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
| 840,000 vehicles affected
Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2008-2013 128i and 135i coupes and convertibles and 1 Series M coupes, 2006-2011 325i, 325xi, 328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive, 330i, 330xi, 335i, 335xi, 335i xDrive Sedans, 2009-2011 335d sedans, 2006-2012 325xiT, 328i and 328xi sports wagons, 2007-2013 328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive, 335i, 335xi, 335i xDrive, 335is and M3 Coupes...
Consequence: In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag module or inflator depending on the vehicle model, free of charge. The recall began March 9, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2013 BMW 1 SERIES M
3 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2013 BMW 1 SERIES M. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
I RECEIVED A NOTICE IN 3/2016 THAT AIR BAG INFLATOR MAY RESULT IN "SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH" TO DRIVER AND /OR PASSENGERS. I LIVE AND WORK IN TALLAHASSEE, FL, THE AREA THAT TRIGGERS NEED FOR IMMEDIATE RESPONSE. THIS GRAVE DEFECT IS ALSO ON MY CARFAX REPORT, DETRIMENTAL TO RESALE. ALTHOUGH I HAVE INQUIRED IN PERSON AND TEXTED ABOUT THIS REPEATEDLY I HAVE NOT RECEIVED ANY FURTHER NOTICE ABOUT THE REPLACEMENT OF THIS AIRBAG, WHICH MAY BE TAKATA--NOT INDICATED ON MY RECALL. I NEED THIS AIRBAG OR THE CAR REPLACED IMMEDIATELY, RATHER THAN FACING DEATH BY THE AIRBAG. THANKS. PROF. NATHAN STOLTZFUS, FLORIDA STATE UNIVERSITY.
Safety Rating for the 2013 BMW 1 SERIES M
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2013 BMW 1 SERIES M in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2013 BMW 1 SERIES M
BMW of North America, LLC has issued 8 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2013 BMW 1 SERIES M. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
B110118 — ENGINE
N63T - CCM "LOW OIL LEVEL" NOT DISPLAYED. Drivetrain Malfunction Warning is illuminated and DME fault code 1C4002 (Engine oil level: too low) is stored. Customer complains that Check Control Message (Low Oil level") has never been displayed. The engine oil level measurement test works correctly and shows low oil...
B630413 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:CONCEALMENT DEVICES
?This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B63 04 13 dated February 2013. It designates changes to this revision SUBJECT Moisture in LED Headlight . INFORMATION Covered under the terms of the BMW New Vehicle Limited Warranty for Passenger Cars and Light Trucks.
B620315 — STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B62 03 15 dated April 2015. designates changes to this revision SUBJECT Door Open Message Displayed, Even Though Door Is Closed. While driving, a CCM (Check Control Message) indicates the doors are open, even though they are closed. Also, sometimes the gong will sound...
161514 — FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
NVLD Tank Leakage FC 190302 Fuel Tank Ventilation and Purge Air System Micro Leak. The engine malfunction warning is illuminated and the following fault code is stored in the DME memory: z FC 190302 Fuel tank ventilation and purge air system micro leak leakage greater than 0_5 mm CAUSE Contamination...
840412 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
iPhone 6, 6 Plus, 5, 5S, 5C, 4S, 4, and 3GS with iOS 8.x Information. INFORMATION There is one major difference in functionality since iOS 8.0 was released. Scenario: z The customer leaves the vehicle and turns his or her phone off. z He or she turns the phone back...
121413 — FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
"N63T: Drive Malfunction Message with Rail Pressure Sensor Fault Stored. The Check Control Message ""Drive, drive moderately"" is displayed with any of the following rail pressure sensor faults stored in the DME: 119001 - Rail pressure sensor, electrical: Short circuit to positive 119002 - Rail pressure sensor, electrical: Short circuit...
640113 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
IHKA Operating Panel Buttons Are Peeling.
310412 — SUSPENSION
Groaning Noise from Front Axle. Groaning noises are heard from the front axle area while maneuvering at low speeds (e.g., parking lot maneuvers) or over uneven road surfaces. CAUSE Hydraulic mount in tension strut
NHTSA Investigations for the 2013 BMW 1 SERIES M
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the BMW 1 SERIES M
- 2008 BMW 1 SERIES M — 0 complaints
- 2009 BMW 1 SERIES M — 1 complaint
- 2010 BMW 1 SERIES M — 0 complaints
- 2011 BMW 1 SERIES M — 2 complaints
- 2012 BMW 1 SERIES M — 0 complaints
- 2013 BMW 1 SERIES M (current)