NHTSA Complaint #11432548 — 2012 BMW 535I ENGINE

Complaint Details

ODI Number	11432548
Vehicle	2012 BMW 535I
Component	ENGINE
Date of Incident	September 3, 2021
Date Filed	September 11, 2021
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	DE

Consumer Description

While driving car stalled, dropped speed and engine warning light came on. Fuel pump was needed. Had to have car towed obtained a rental for 11 days. Fuel pump out of stock. Immediately after fuel pump was replaced less than two weeks the thermostat had to be replaced. Another tow and another rental. I need to be compensated for stress aggravation and loss of use. Repairs and car rental and tow cost over $3500

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