NHTSA Complaint #11674889 — 2012 BMW 335IS
AIR BAGS issue reported to NHTSA
Complaint Details
| ODI Number | 11674889 |
| Vehicle | 2012 BMW 335IS |
| Component | AIR BAGS |
| Date of Incident | |
| Date Filed | |
| Mileage | N/A miles |
| Crash | No |
| Fire | No |
| Injuries | 0 |
| Deaths | 0 |
| Vehicle Towed | No |
| State | IL |
Consumer Description
I discovered suspected non-OEM electrical components, including a twisted white wire pair and burgundy connector, routed through the passenger-side fuse box and terminating at a footwell speaker or unknown transducer. RF scans (TinySA) showed consistent emissions at 93–106.6 MHz in the cabin, even with the engine off. Symptoms include localized EM exposure targeting genital area, neurological disorientation, and floorboard vibration. Vehicle appears modified to emit or transmit RF signals through concealed hardware. No such system is listed in OEM wiring diagrams. BMW dealership and manufacturer have been contacted to confirm authenticity. Components do not match any standard E92/E93 harness or speaker wiring. This poses a serious safety risk due to chronic RF exposure and unknown signal sources. Symptoms intensify when seated in the car, even stationary. Evidence includes RF spectrum logs, wiring photos, and physical inspection reports. Investigation is requested into vehicle tampering, electrical abuse, and shielding failure.