NHTSA Complaint #11663170 — 2011 BMW X3

POWER TRAIN issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11663170
Vehicle	2011 BMW X3
Component	POWER TRAIN
Date of Incident	May 15, 2025
Date Filed	May 27, 2025
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	CA

Consumer Description

I own a 2011 BMW X3 with an N55 engine and am experiencing VANOS-related issues consistent with TSB SIB 11 02 13 and Recall 23V-707. While my VIN isn’t currently listed, my vehicle falls within the affected model years, and I’m seeing identical DME fault codes (130E11, 120408) and drivability symptoms. I’m concerned about potential engine damage and request an inspection and consideration for goodwill repair or inclusion in the recall.

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