Plastic guide rails hold the timing chain in place.
Applies to the engine B48A20M1, B48A20P, B38A15P.
Repair: 700–2,900 EUR
vinkodex.BMW X2 U10 common faults.
2023–. The fault list covers this generation and the engines in it. If the listing gives the exact version, pick it below.
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What to watch for
What can go wrong on this car?
The list covers the generation, the engines and the transmissions. Once you pick the version, only the faults that apply to it stay.
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The high pressure pump of these common rail diesels (Bosch CP4) can fail while driving.
Applies to the engine B47C20B, B47C20T0.
In these engines the water pump is not belt driven but has its own electric motor.
Applies to the engine B38A15P, B48A20M1, B48A20P.
The internal fins of the exhaust gas recirculation cooler crack over time, and glycol coolant leaks into the intake, where it mixes with soot.
Applies to the engine B47C20B, B47C20T0.
On the early model years the timing chain of the B47 stretches faster than intended.
Applies to the engine B47C20B, B47C20T0.
Repair: 1,200–4,500 EUR
The B47 replaced the N47, and the maker fixed the timing chain problem.
Applies to the engine B47C20B, B47C20T0.
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A rubber gasket seals the oil filter housing to the block.
Applies to the engine B48A20M1, B48A20P.
cheap repair1
The maker builds the charge pipe out of plastic, and the coupler at the throttle body is the critical point.
Applies to the engine B48A20M1, B48A20P.
Repair: 100–400 EUR
Official recall7 recallsShowThe manufacturer fixes these for free at a franchised dealer. Ask with the VIN whether it was done. The list covers the whole generation. We did not filter it by model year. Some apply only to a narrower production window.
Most recent: 21 October 2025
25V717000SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:RETRACTORSEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:RETRACTOR21 October 2025 · NHTSA (USA)BMW of North America, LLC is recalling certain 2026 2 Series Gran Coupe, X1, X2, and Mini Countryman S ALL4 vehicles. The housing pin in the rear (left and/or right) seat belt retractors may have been damaged during production, resulting in the retractor not locking the seat belt as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies."
Risk: A damaged seat belt retractor may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the rear (left and/or right) seat belts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 18, 2025. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov December 12, 2025.
25V616000SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTORSEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR17 September 2025 · NHTSA (USA)BMW of North America, LLC is recalling certain 2025-2026 X1 and X2, MINI Cooper Convertible, MINI Cooper, Mini Countryman S ALL4, and 2025 MINI Countryman SE ALL4 vehicles. The torsion bar in both front seat belt retractors may have been damaged during production.
Risk: A damaged seat belt retractor may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace both front seat belt retractors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 13, 2025. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) will be searchable on NHTSA.gov on November 7, 2025.
A12/00996/24Safety recallInjuriesno date · EU Safety GateThe integrated braking system could be compromised, which could lead to an unexpected failure of the hydraulic braking assistance, thereby requiring greater pressure on the brake pedal. This can result in a longer braking distance, as well as failure of the Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) and the Dynamic Stability Control (DSC), increasing the risk of an accident. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
Remedy: Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Manufacturer Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users Date of entry into force: Unknown
A12/01976/24Safety recallInjuriesno date · EU Safety GateThe seat recliner adjuster may not be correctly welded, which could cause the backrest not to lock. If it doesn't lock, the seatback might not stay secure in a collision, increasing the risk of injury. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
Remedy: Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Manufacturer Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users Date of entry into force: Unknown
SR/00053/25Safety recallInjuriesno date · EU Safety GateThe hollow shaft of the servomotor was not welded correctly. The weld may not be able to withstand high braking pressure build-up and may break. In this case, the reduced braking performance requires greater force and the braking distance may increase. In addition, the ABS and DSC brake control systems are not assisted. This increases the risk of an accident. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
Remedy: Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Manufacturer Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users Date of entry into force: Unknown
SR/03496/25Safety recallInjuriesno date · EU Safety GateThe seat belts of the car were not manufactured correctly. In the event of a collision or accident, the restraint function of the seat belts may be reduced and may not provide the necessary protection. As a result, there may be an increased risk of injury. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
Remedy: Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Manufacturer Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users Date of entry into force: Unknown
SR/04168/25Safety recallInjuriesno date · EU Safety GateThe seatbelts in the second row may not have been manufactured correctly and could cause the car-sensitivity sensors to fail. This could reduce the protective effect of the seatbelts and lead to injuries. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
Remedy: Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Manufacturer Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users Date of entry into force: Unknown
U10 · 2023–
Pick the version.
The fault list opens on the version page.
5 versions
EngineVersionPowerFuel · transmissionBody
1.5 l · 1499 cm³
B38A15P · 7DCT
X2 sDrive20i
2023– · X2 sDrive20i
156 HPpetrol · automaticSUV2.0 l · 1995 cm³
B47C20B · 7DCT
X2 sDrive18d
2023– · X2 sDrive18d
150 HPdiesel · automaticSUV2.0 l · 1995 cm³
no engine code
X2 sDrive20d
2023– · X2 sDrive20d
163 HPdiesel · automaticSUV2.0 l · 1995 cm³
no engine code
X2 xDrive20d
2023– · X2 xDrive20d
163 HPdiesel · automaticSUV2.0 l · 1998 cm³
B48A20M1 · B48A20P · 7DCT
X2 M35i
2023– · X2 M35i
300 HPpetrol · automaticSUV
Neighbouring generations
U10 · 2023–
U10 (2023-). If the listing is from the changeover year, look at the neighbour too.
Common questions
About this generation
Which years does this page cover?
2023–. The changeover year can fall in two generations. If the listing is from that year, look at the neighbour too.
Does the fault apply to every car like this?
No. It depends on the engine and the transmission too.
Is it free?
The fault list is.
Information, not an expert opinion
We write the descriptions, and we put the source next to them. A person reviews them before they go out. They are still information, not a technical expert opinion.
- A fault on the list does not mean the car you are looking at has it.
- A fault missing from the list does not mean the model is fault-free. Write-ups are made model by model. Not all of them are done.
- You decide whether to buy. This is no substitute for an inspection. That needs a workshop and a history check.