NHTSA Complaint #11557571 — 2013 BMW X1

UNKNOWN OR OTHER issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11557571
Vehicle	2013 BMW X1
Component	UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Date of Incident	September 14, 2023
Date Filed	November 30, 2023
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	GA

Consumer Description

Cam shaft broke during driving, lost acceleration on interstate causing issues merging to get to shoulder of road. Caused damage to motor resulting in oil loss, significant smoking from engine hindering visibility. Verified by BMW certified mechanic that this is the problem. Stated most likely caused by a known timing chain issue with Bmws using that motor. The only indication that appeared was when it happened, screen inside car stated "engine malfunction"

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