NHTSA Complaint #11586443 — 2018 BMW X5
ENGINE issue reported to NHTSA
Complaint Details
| ODI Number | 11586443 |
| Vehicle | 2018 BMW X5 |
| Component | ENGINE |
| Date of Incident | |
| Date Filed | |
| Mileage | N/A miles |
| Crash | No |
| Fire | No |
| Injuries | 0 |
| Deaths | 0 |
| Vehicle Towed | No |
| State | NJ |
Consumer Description
While driving noticed a burning smell (at first, I thought it was the car in front of mine) and smoke coming from the front of the vehicle. Then engine malfunctioned & reduced power light came on. Parked car and inspected the engine. Noticed strong smell of burning and found melted parts of the engine intake manifold with holes. Took photos, had vehicle towed to BMW dealership.
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