NHTSA Complaint #11531255 — 2009 BMW 328I STEERING

Complaint Details

ODI Number	11531255
Vehicle	2009 BMW 328I
Component	STEERING
Date of Incident	July 1, 2023
Date Filed	July 10, 2023
Mileage	200,000 miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	SC

Consumer Description

The contact owns a 2009 BMW 328I. The contact stated that the vehicle lost power steering assist while driving at an undisclosed speed. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact used excessive force while driving back to the residence. The vehicle was towed to a dealer where metal shavings were found in the steering pump. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 200,000.

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