NHTSA Complaint #11495584 — 2018 BMW X1 AIR BAGS

Complaint Details

ODI Number	11495584
Vehicle	2018 BMW X1
Component	AIR BAGS
Date of Incident	January 12, 2022
Date Filed	December 1, 2022
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	Yes
Fire	No
Injuries	2
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	IL

Consumer Description

Serious highway accident in Chicago suburbs whereby car was totaled. Engine came away from chassis after ramming into and taking out 50 feet of guardrail and coming to a screeching halt. Left front wheel came away from vehicle in its entirety. No front, side or overhead airbags deployed whatsoever. Traveling at 50MPH at time of accident. I have pictures if required.

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