NHTSA Complaint #10369486 — 2004 BMW 525I
SEATS issue reported to NHTSA
Fire
Complaint Details
| ODI Number | 10369486 |
| Vehicle | 2004 BMW 525I |
| Component | SEATS |
| Date of Incident | |
| Date Filed | |
| Mileage | 78,000 miles |
| Crash | No |
| Fire | Yes |
| Injuries | 0 |
| Deaths | 0 |
| Vehicle Towed | No |
| State | NJ |
Consumer Description
THE DRIVERS SEAT CATCH FIRE FROM SEAT HEATER ON BMW 525I FROM YEAR 2004 . *TR
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