NHTSA Complaint #10392308 — 2004 BMW X3 SEATS

Complaint Details

ODI Number	10392308
Vehicle	2004 BMW X3
Component	SEATS
Date of Incident	November 1, 2010
Date Filed	March 21, 2011
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	MO

Consumer Description

BMW 2004 X3 SEAT HEATER ELEMENT BURNED THROUGH LEATHER CAUSING BURNING AND DANGEROUS DRIVING CONDITION OR FIRE POSSIBILITY. *TR

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