NHTSA Complaint #11564639 — 2013 BMW 535I

ENGINE issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number 11564639
Vehicle 2013 BMW 535I
Component ENGINE
Date of Incident
Date Filed
Mileage N/A miles
Crash No
Fire No
Injuries 0
Deaths 0
Vehicle Towed No
State NY

Consumer Description

Front drive shaft detached and went into oil pan causing oils to splash out everywhere.

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