2.7

hardly worth mentioning
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
53,950 miles

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problem #2

Nov 012024

228

  • 100,000 miles
The contact owns a 2016 BMW 228I. The contact stated that intermittently, while driving at undisclosed speeds and depressing the brake pedal, there was an abnormal odor of smoke. The braking lamp malfunction light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who determined the failure was related to the engine, engine cooling, and electrical system. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V608000 (Engine and Engine Cooling, Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. 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 failure mileage was approximately 100,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

- Lake Worth, FL, USA

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problem #1

Mar 092021

228

  • 7,900 miles
Vehicle gave warning of "left rear turn signal malfunction" and "left brake lamp malfunction". checked lights and they are very dim and not functioning properly. Removed tail light assembly and the ground wire terminal is partially melted.

- Longmont, CO, USA

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