NHTSA Complaint #11428937 — 2005 BMW Z4
EXTERIOR LIGHTING issue reported to NHTSA
Complaint Details
| ODI Number | 11428937 |
| Vehicle | 2005 BMW Z4 |
| Component | EXTERIOR LIGHTING |
| Date of Incident | |
| Date Filed | |
| Mileage | N/A miles |
| Crash | No |
| Fire | No |
| Injuries | 0 |
| Deaths | 0 |
| Vehicle Towed | No |
| State | SD |
Consumer Description
The front headlight wiring harness is flaking off and could cause a short and lose your lights at night and cause a accident. there has been no recall and it's happening to all of the bmw cars that had this environmentally friendly insulation. It is a hazard because you can lose both headlights without notice and have a accident. It has been going on for years according to several mechanics I've spoken too. It also is a huge expense to replace.
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