NHTSA Complaint #10449051 — 2004 BMW X3 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Complaint Details

ODI Number	10449051
Vehicle	2004 BMW X3
Component	ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Date of Incident	January 27, 2012
Date Filed	February 23, 2012
Mileage	47,598 miles
Crash	No
Fire	Yes
Injuries	1
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	CA

Consumer Description

DRIVER'S SEAT BACK HEATER GRID SHORTED CAUSING DAMAGE TO THE INSULATION AND LEATHER SEAT COVER. IT WAS HOT ENOUGH TO CAUSE PHYSICAL BURNS. *TR

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