NHTSA Complaint #11615038 — 2018 BMW X3
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING issue reported to NHTSA
Complaint Details
| ODI Number | 11615038 |
| Vehicle | 2018 BMW X3 |
| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING |
| Date of Incident | |
| Date Filed | |
| Mileage | 139,000 miles |
| Crash | No |
| Fire | No |
| Injuries | 0 |
| Deaths | 0 |
| Vehicle Towed | No |
| State | PA |
Consumer Description
The contact owns a 2017 BMW X3. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V608000 (Engine and Engine Cooling, Electrical System) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact stated while driving approximately 65 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power. The contact observed that the temperature warning light was illuminated. The contact pulled over and waited more than 30 minutes for the engine to cool down and was able to restart the vehicle. The contact had to stop again when the engine temperature warning light illuminated. The contact had taken the vehicle to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the water pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. Additionally, the contact stated that there was an electrical failure with the windows lowering independently, and the door locks locking and unlocking independently. The contact stated that the heater was no longer functioning as designed. The failure mileage was approximately 139,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
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