Issue ID | 852091 |
Internal NHTSA # | 10394189 |
Manufacurer | BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC |
Brand | BMW |
Model | 323I |
Model Year | 1999 |
File date | 01/06/10 |
Component | LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | 1999 bmw 323i doors will not unlock with keyless entry remote or unlock button inside the car. Passengers (90% of the time) and sometimes drivers side door (10%) will not unlock trapping occupants inside. Problem usually occurs when temperatures are above 75 degrees. After researching the problem i will be replacing the general module 5. If problem is not recognized by car owners, occupants of the car may be trapped inside during an accident resulting in possible injury or death. |
Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 120000 |
Number of Occurences | 1 |
Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
City and State | TUCSON, AZ |
VIN pattern | XXXXXX |
Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
Was incedent reported to police? | N |
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Date of purchase | 30/06/24 |
Was original owner? | N |
Anti-lock brakes | N |
Cruise control | N |
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