NHTSA Complaint #11613788 — 2014 BMW I3

STRUCTURE:BODY issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number 11613788
Vehicle 2014 BMW I3
Component STRUCTURE:BODY
Date of Incident
Date Filed
Mileage N/A miles
Crash No
Fire No
Injuries 0
Deaths 0
Vehicle Towed No
State CA

Consumer Description

A large portion of the car's hood (carbon laminate?) has ripped off and is surely to continue to tear and fly off while driving.

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