Jumat, 11 Juni 2010

Report: BMW 1 Series sales halted pending recall for fire risk

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2011 BMW 135i – Click above high-res image gallery

According dealer documents obtained Consumer Reports, BMW has instructed dealers stop delivery 1 Series models built between January and May 2010 due a fire risk.

The documents cites insufficient clearance between B-pillar seat belt tensioners, which, in event crash, could result in friction, leading overheating potential fire.

In addition the aforementioned 2010 models, certain 2008-2011 1 Series coupes could affected by the issue. Owners can contact BMW at 1-800-525-7417 for more details and see their vehicle falls under the recall.

Gallery: 2010 BMW 135i

[Source: Consumer Reports]

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