2017 BMW I3 - STRUCTURE:BODY Failure Complaint (#b057b1)

2017 BMW I3

  • Date of Incident: Nov-25, 2023
  • Date complaint filed: Nov-25, 2023
  • Failed components: STRUCTURE:BODY

The roof of my car is delaminating. It's discoloring and developing bubbles. I looked online and found this is a common issue with the vehicle. I believe this may be a structural concern considering the cars body is composite and the roof contributes to the structural integrity of the vehicle. Not to mention the danger to others on the freeway from large chunks of roof blowing off and hitting vehicles. (not from my vehicle but from other complaints i've read)

Vehicle VIN Info

VIN PatternWBY1Z8C3*HV******
ManufacturerBMW AG
MakeBMW
Modeli3
Model Year2017
Trimi3 Range Extender
Body ClassHatchback/Liftback/Notchback
Vehicle TypePASSENGER CAR
Top Speed (MPH)93
Base Price48300
Engine ModelElectric/2-Cyl .Gasoline
Engine HP170
Engine KW126.769
Engine Displacement (L)0.6
Engine Displacement (CC)647
Engine Displacement (CI)39.5
Primary Fuel TypeElectric
Electrification LevelPHEV (Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle)
Transmission StyleAutomatic
Wheelbase - Short101.20
Electronic Stability ControlStandard
Traction ControlStandard
Rear Visibility SystemStandard
Daytime Running LightStandard
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)Direct
Auto Reverse SystemStandard
Front Air Bags1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
Knee Air Bags1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
Side Air Bag1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
Curtain Air Bags1st and 2nd Rows
Seat BeltsManual
Seat Belt PretensionerYes
Other Restraint System InfoPretensioners for Driver and Front Passenger.
Semiautomatic Headlamp Beam SwitchingStandard
Plant CityLEIPZIG
Plant CountryGERMANY
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