While car was parked in a strip mall parking lot and shut off, car ignited in flames and is now a total loss

- Bonney Lake, WA, USA

Was driving on highway going 80 and the car just shut down, was unable to steer, left me and my 9 year old stranded for about 30 minutes untill it started back up, everyday everytime I drive it no matter what the speed it shuts down and have to pray that I don't get hit by a car or am able to glide to safety, very unsafe not knowing when the car will shut down on me, took to mechanic there were no codes no check engine light or anything, therefore couldn't be fixed, something is not right with car, car only started doing this from April 2019 to present, it doesn't matter if I'm on highway, street, stopped has always happened, like I said I don't know when it's going to happen.im going to get killed one of these days or seriously injured

- West Islip, NY, USA

Takata recall. The contact owns a 2008 BMW 328I. The contact stated that the VIN was included in NHTSA campaign numbers: 16V071000 (air bags), 17V683000 (engine and engine cooling), and 17V676000 (electrical system). The previous owner had not had the recall repairs performed prior to the contact purchasing the vehicle. The contact stated that the ABS and emergency brake indicators were flashing. In addition, the air bag warning indicator flashed and then remained illuminated. The contact also stated that the vehicle stalled more than once. The contact was unsure if the vehicle would restart after it was shut off. Kovacs motors (707-996-4149, located at 19190 sonoma hwy, sonoma, ca 95476) was notified of the failures. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failures. The failure mileage was not available.

- Sonoma, CA, USA

My vehicle while driving will shut off but with power at least two times. Once I restart the car and continue to drive the car then shuts off completely and loses all power. The vehicle then will not have any head lights, turn signals or hazard lights won't work either. To try and remedy the problem, the power adapter had been replaced only for the vehicle to have the same issues.

- Detroit, MI, USA

The contact owns a 2008 BMW 328xi. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign numbers: 17V683000 (engine and engine cooling) and 17V676000 (electrical system). The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair as the recall notice was received over a year ago. The dealer (hendrick BMW, 6950 E independence blvd, charlotte, nc 28227, (704)-321-4851) was contacted and confirmed that the parts were not available for the recall remedy. The manufacturer was not contacted to confirm if the parts were available. The contact had not experienced a failure. The VIN was unknown.

- Charlotte, NC, USA

My car jerked and stalled and give difficult start. Took it to mechanic shop and it was diagnosed with crank PCV valve problems

- Inglewood, CA, USA

The contact owns a 2008 BMW 328I. Less than an hour after the contact parked and exited the vehicle, it caught fire under the hood. When the contact returned to the vehicle, the key fob failed to unlock the vehicle and the key had to be manually used to open the driver's side door. The interior of the vehicle was filled with white smoke. Upon further inspection, it was noticed that an extensive fire erupted from the driver's side near the engine. The fire department extinguished the flames and provided a fire inspection report. A police report was filed. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. After the failure, the manufacturer did not send the recall notices concerning NHTSA campaign numbers: 17V676000 (electrical system) and 17V683000 (engine and engine cooling); however, the fire department mentioned that these models have recalls. The contact verified the recall information directly from the internet. The manufacturer was contacted. The approximate failure mileage was 120,000.

- Miami, FL, USA

The contact owns a 2008 BMW 328xi. The contact received recall notifications for NHTSA campaign numbers: 17V676000 (electrical system) and 17V683000 (engine and engine cooling). The contact detected a burning odor outside and inside the vehicle while waiting to receive the recall repairs. Orange county BMW (101 maher ln, harriman, NY 10926, 1-(845) 782-4269) stated that there were no available dates to schedule the recall repairs until mid February of 2019. The dealer did not mention if the parts were available. The manufacturer was contacted. The failure mileage was not available.

- Beacon, NY, USA

The contact owns a 2008 BMW 328I. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign numbers: 17V676000 (electrical system) and 17V683000 (engine and engine cooling). The contact called rick hill imports, Inc at 877-549-1572 (located at 861 E stone dr, kingsport, tn 37662) and was informed that the parts were not available. The manufacturer was notified and was not able to confirm when the parts were to become available. While driving at an unknown speed, the vehicle overheated and a burning odor was detected. Also, the check engine indicator illuminated. The dealer and the manufacturer were not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 130,000. Parts distribution disconnect for both campaign numbers.

- Bristol, VT, USA

The contact owns a 2008 BMW 328xi. Ever since the vehicle was purchased, the front end vibrated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who stated that the engine mount bracket bolts were fractured. The vehicle was repaired. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer for diagnostic testing. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 62,000. The consumer requested to be reimbursed for the cost of repairs.

- Fredericksburg, VA, USA

The contact owns a 2008 BMW 328I. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign numbers: 17V676000 (electrical system) and 17V683000 (engine and engine cooling); however, the parts to do the repairs were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repairs. The contact stated that while driving various speeds, a strong electrical burning odor entered into the cabin of the vehicle. The contact stated that when the brakes were applied a fume-like odor intensified. Towne BMW (8215 main street, williamsville, New York, (716) 505-2100) was made aware of the recalls via a voicemail message but the contact stated that there was no response from the dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was approximately 80,000. Parts distribution disconnects for NHTSA campaign number 17V683000 (engine and engine cooling) and VIN tool confirms parts not available for NHTSA campaign number: 17V676000 (electrical system).

- Amherst, NY, USA

The contact owned a 2008 BMW 328xit. While driving approximately 10 mph, smoke came out of the front passenger side air vent. The vehicle was pulled into the driveway and turned off. Within two minutes, the vehicle was engulfed in flames. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The fire department was called and extinguished the fire. A fire report was filed. The driver suffered smoke inhalation, but did not require medical attention. The dealer was not called. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and admitted that the cause of the fire was related to NHTSA campaign numbers: 17V676000 (electrical system) and 17V683000 (engine and engine cooling), but did not offer any assistance. The vehicle was totaled and towed to a tow yard. The contact did not receive notifications for the two recalls; however, he received a recall notification for NHTSA campaign number: 16V071000 (air bags). The failure mileage was approximately 80,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available for NHTSA campaign numbers: 17V676000 and 17V683000. Parts distribution disconnect for NHTSA campaign number: 16V071000.

- Jacksonville Beach, FL, USA

Had the car checked out for over heating problems, everything checked out fine but my car is running super hot and it has started to melt some cables.

- Sacramento, CA, USA

The contact owns a 2008 BMW 328I. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign numbers: 17V676000 (electrical system) and 17V683000 (engine and engine cooling); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. BMW of South albany (617 us-9W, glenmont, New York 12077, (888) 542-9066) was made aware of the recalls and stated that the parts were unavailable. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and referred the contact to NHTSA. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

- Rensselaer, NY, USA

Driving my car for short distance makes engine hot and smell electrical wire burning. The same model and year with different VIN has recall of problem described. Attached photo describes same problem I have. Please provide a solution

- King Of Prussia, PA, USA

The contact owns a 2008 BMW 328xi. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 17V683000 (engine and engine cooling); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer (hilton head BMW, 1230 fording island rd, bluffton, SC 29910, (843) 815-1501) was contacted and confirmed that the part was not available for the recall remedy. The manufacturer was not contacted. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

- Mcgaheysville, VA, USA

The contact owns a 2008 BMW 328I. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign numbers: 17V676000 (electrical system) and 17V683000 (engine and engine cooling). The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repairs. The dealer (BMW of san rafael, 1599 francisco blvd E, san rafael, ca 94901, (415)-482-2000) was contacted and confirmed that the parts were not available for the recall remedies. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

- Fair Fax, CA, USA

The contact owns a 2008 BMW 328xi. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign numbers: 17V676000 (electrical system) and 17V683000 (engine and engine cooling). The dealer (bobby rahal BMW of South hills, 2610 Washington rd, canonsburg, pa 15317, 1-(724) 746-2600) was contacted and provided no option of a loaner vehicle in the event of a failure. The manufacturer was contacted and stated parts were unavailable. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

- Pittsburgh, PA, USA

Takata recall- my wife was driving home from work which is 1 1/2 miles from our home when her 2008 BMW 328I caught fire and burned, she said a puff of smoke care out of the ac vent then it quit blowing then hot slag was dripping out from under passenger dash the car is a total loss

- Rayne, LA, USA

On 11/12, my 2008 BMW 328xi caught fire in a parking lot. Two private appraisers deemed this a manufacturer error based on a faulty electrical system.

- Wethersfield, CT, USA