NHTSA Complaint #11560781 — 2011 BMW 335I

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11560781
Vehicle	2011 BMW 335I
Component	ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Date of Incident	June 15, 2023
Date Filed	December 18, 2023
Mileage	130,000 miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	CT

Consumer Description

The contact owns a 2011 BMW 335I. The contact stated that upon taking the vehicle to an independent mechanic for repair, he was informed that the camshaft bolts were damaged and required replacement. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for a diagnostic test. The vehicle was not repaired. After investigating the failure, the contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V707000 (Engine and Engine Colling), but the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was 130,000.

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