NHTSA Complaint #11449152 — 2007 BMW X3

SEATS issue reported to NHTSA

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Fire

Complaint Details

ODI Number	11449152
Vehicle	2007 BMW X3
Component	SEATS
Date of Incident	January 27, 2022
Date Filed	January 27, 2022
Mileage	180,000 miles
Crash	No
Fire	Yes
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	IN

Consumer Description

The contact owns a 2007 BMW X3. The contact stated that while the heated seat was in the on position the driver's side seat became extremely hot and caught fire. The fire burnt through the seat and left a hole. There were no reported injuries. The driver was able to extinguish the fire. The contact called the local dealer and left a message but, the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The approximate failure mileage was 180,000.

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