NHTSA Complaint #11503658 — 2007 BMW 530I

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11503658
Vehicle	2007 BMW 530I
Component	ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Date of Incident	January 7, 2023
Date Filed	January 25, 2023
Mileage	170,000 miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	CA

Consumer Description

The contact owns a 2007 BMW 530I. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V119000 (Engine and Engine Cooling). The contact stated that while driving at approximately 65 MPH, there was smoke coming from the hood. The "transmission overheating" message was displayed. The vehicle was inoperable. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed that the PCV valve and transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle remained with the independent mechanic awaiting the repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 170,000. The VIN was not available.

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