| Issue ID | 1033712 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10560143 |
| Manufacurer | BMW of North America, LLC |
| Brand | BMW |
| Model | 1 SERIES |
| Model Year | 2011 |
| File date | 21/12/13 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Bmw "third stop lamp" (the break light) does not fit the 1series correctly. They fall off, crack, and disappear frequently. This is a common problem with all 1 series bmw's. As this is a brake light, it is concerning. I believe the part number for this item is (63 25 7164978). Here is a link to the part with a picture {http://bmwetk. Info/parts-catalog/prd/bmw/vt/p/e82/cou/135i%20n54/usa/l/n/2009/06/50622/63/63_1055} thousands of individuals are complaining of this problem. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 14500 |
| Number of Occurences | 1 |
| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | WESTLAKE VILLAGE, CA |
| 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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| Was part original equipment? | |
| No. of injured persons | 0 |
| No. of fatalities | 0 |
| Date of purchase | 07/08/26 |
| Was original owner? | N |
| Anti-lock brakes | N |
| Cruise control | N |
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