Issue ID | 1340320 |
Internal NHTSA # | 10934409 |
Manufacurer | BMW of North America, LLC |
Brand | BMW |
Model | X3 |
Model Year | 2017 |
File date | 07/12/16 |
Component | SERVICE BRAKES |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | During my normal city driving route the brakes started making an awful screeching noise. I pulled over within 1 city block of hearing the noise and my rear disc brake rotor had a large groove worn into it. The dealership said there was a rock that got stuck between the pad and the rotor and they would repair the car for free, which included ordering parts. I thought it was strange when i called the dealership & the clerk that answered the phone said that this happens often, so they just repair it for free. I asked if it was a defect in the design, they assured me it wasn't but it makes me question how often this happens and what is the accident rate associated with this issue. I've never had a vehicle get a rock lodged between the rotor and pad. The specs for the space between the two are typically micrometers. I bought the vehicle brand new less than one week ago. |
Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 300 |
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Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
City and State | BEAVERTON, OR |
VIN pattern | 5UXWX7C59H0XXXXXX |
Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
Was incedent reported to police? | N |
Was medical attention required? | N |
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Date of purchase | 29/06/24 |
Was original owner? | N |
Anti-lock brakes | N |
Cruise control | N |
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Vehicle speed | 20 |
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