2010 BMW 1 Series: common problems and reliability

The 2010 BMW 1 Series has 45 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 0 recalls on record. The most-reported areas are air bags and fuel system. Owners most often flag electrical system failures (dash lights, loss of ac, indicators, windows, central locking while driving): frequency: very frequent.

Safety record for the 2010 model year

45
Owner complaints
0
Recalls
2
Crash reports
2
Fire reports

Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2010 BMW 1 Series vehicles (US, public record).

Is 2010 a good year for the 1 Series?

Across the 9 1 Series model years we track, complaint volume runs from 3 (2005) to 158 (2011). With 45 complaints, the 2010 1 Series sits about the same asthe model's median of 49.

These are raw NHTSA complaint totals, not adjusted for how many cars sold or how long each model year has been on the road. Older and higher-selling years accumulate more complaints.

Where owners report problems

air bags
15
fuel system
8
gasoline
7
engine and engine cooling
6
electrical system
5

What owners report on the E88 1 Series

Owners of the E88 1 Series convertible express a mix of enthusiasm for its driving character and frustration with electrical gremlins and maintenance costs. The car is praised for its engaging inline-6 engine, sharp handling, and fun-to-drive nature, especiall

  • Electrical system failures (dash lights, loss of AC, indicators, windows, central locking while driving): Frequency: very frequent
  • Battery drain or failure, often due to short trips or infrequent use: Frequency: very frequent
  • Alternator failure causing charging system faults: Frequency: recurrent
  • Loose or corroded battery terminal connections: Frequency: recurrent
  • Keyless entry receiver failure (located in rearview mirror on convertibles): Frequency: recurrent

Owner insights for the E88 1 Series. Read the full E88 owner report.

Typical used price

Used 1 Series listings typically run $9,844–$13,503 across 2008 to 2013 model years.

Other 1 Series model years

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