NHTSA Complaint #11542593 — 2011 BMW 550I

ENGINE issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11542593
Vehicle	2011 BMW 550I
Component	ENGINE
Date of Incident	August 7, 2023
Date Filed	September 5, 2023
Mileage	77,500 miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	NJ

Consumer Description

The contact owns a 2011 BMW 550I. The contact stated that after having an oil change performed, he noticed white smoke coming from the exhaust pipe. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed with a stem valve cover failure. The contact was informed that the valve cover needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 77,500.

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