NHTSA Complaint #11537054 — 2018 BMW M3 FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

Complaint Details

ODI Number	11537054
Vehicle	2018 BMW M3
Component	FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Date of Incident	July 21, 2023
Date Filed	August 7, 2023
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	FL

Consumer Description

What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? Fuel tank rubber gasket failed How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? Leaks large amount of fuel and can cause a fire or explosion Has the problem been reproduced or confirmed by a dealer or independent service center? Yes Has the vehicle or component been inspected by the manufacturer, police, insurance representatives or others? Yes BMW technician looked over the repair. Were there any warning lamps, messages or other symptoms of the problem prior to the failure, and when did they first appear? No warning lights

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