Bmw 128i 2011
Model 128i made in 2011 by Bmw got 3 consumer complains as well as 1 recall. Consumer complaints with reference to tires. . There was one recall concerning electrical system .
Model 2011
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | ||||||||||||||||
| 13V044000 | BMW of North America, LLC | from 12/01/2007 to 07/01/2011 | V (Vehicle) | 504545 | MFR | BMW of North America, LLC | 02/07/2013 | 02/12/2013 | ||||||||
| Defect Summary | Bmw is recalling certain model year 2008-2012 1-series coupes and convertibles manufactured december 2007 through july 2011; and 2007-2011 3-series coupes and convertibles manufactured march 2007 through july 2011; 2007-2011 3-series sedans manufactured march 2007 through october 2011; 2007-2011 3-series sports wagons manufactured march 2007 through june 2011; and 2009-2011 z4 vehicles manufactured march 2009 through june 2011. the connector for the positive battery cable connector and the corresponding terminal on the fuse box may degrade over time. over time, the high current flow and heat from electrical resistance may lead to a breakage of the connection, and a loss of electrical power to the vehicle. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | If there is a loss of electrical power to the vehicle, the vehicle may unexpectedly stall, increasing the risk of a crash. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will replace the positive battery cable connector and secure it with an improved method, free of charge. the recall is expected to begin in march 2013. owners may call bmw at 1-800-525-7417 or email bmw at customerrelations@bmwusa.com. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. | |||||||||||||||
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| TIRES | |||
| 04/25/2012 | |||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2011 bmw 128i equipped with michelin energy lx4 run-flat tires, size: p225/60r17. the contact stated that the tires exhibited small punctures and would become flat frequently. the contact was unaware of the cause of the constant tire failures. the failure mileage was unavailable. the vin was unavailable. kmj | |||
| 04/25/2012 | |||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2011 bmw 128i equipped with michelin energy lx4 run-flat tires, size: p225/60r17. the contact stated that the tires exhibited small punctures and would become flat frequently. the contact was unaware of the cause of the constant tire failures. the failure mileage was unavailable. the vin was unavailable. dt. | |||