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The 2018 BMW X1 is a luxury SAV designed to give drivers the feel of being in a sports car, despite the extra room that’s included. The automaker claims it is “The Ultimate Driving Machine,” but most owners aren’t going to agree with that. For the money spent on this BMW vehicle, it shouldn’t face structure and visibility issues the way it does.
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NHTSA Complaints for the 2018 BMW X1
| Complaint Category | Number of Complaints |
|---|---|
| Structure:body | |
| Unknown Or Other | |
| Air Bags | |
| Electrical System | |
| Visibility/wiper | |
| Power Train | |
| Structure:body:door | |
| Equipment | |
| Latches/locks/linkages:doors:latch | |
| Seat Belts |
Visibility/Wiper
When a driver thinks about visibility, they consider what it is like to look out the windshield and windows, but the sunroof is a valuable part of the equation as well. It lets the light in and adds a luxury feel to the X1. Sadly, it appears this piece of equipment is defective and causing numerous problems.
One NHTSA reviewer wrote, “On a sunny day, I drove with my family through the highway at approximately 45 miles per hour. Suddenly, a very strong noise was listed and many small glass pieces fell on us. I stopped as fast as possible to review that the sunroof was destroyed. I did not find any object that would have hit us, revising in detail note that the glass had been exploited inside out. The crystal was inflated out of the vehicle, fortunately nobody was hurt with the glass pieces and nobody was around the car at that moment.”
The company has nothing to say about this situation. In fact, they have issued very few service bulletins in general and want everything to appear good. Still, this SAV had four recalls, which proves it is not an exceptional vehicle. We have already covered one, but the other three relate to the engine, exterior lighting and steering. In the reports, it is shown that the crankshaft sensor may fail and cause a stall. In addition, the exterior lighting might loosen and detach. This doesn’t just create a road hazard, but reduces visibility and might lead to a crash. Finally, there’s a recall related to a tie rod for the steering linkage that might break, leading the vehicle to lose control. All things considered, it seems that the BMW X1 has more parts falling off and breaking then are staying in place, where they belong.
Here are some actual complaints logged with the NHTSA about the 2018 BMW X1 Visibility Problems:
SUN VISORS ARE TOO SHORT / SMALL AND DON’T HELP ON A SUNNY DAY. MAY AS WELL NOT HAVE THEM AT ALL ESPECIALLY IF YOU DON’T HAVE AN AUTO-TINTED WINDSHIELD. WE FIND THIS TO BE A SERIOUSLY DANGEROUS SITUATION. ALSO, CAR HESITATES WHEN ACCELERATING AT TIMES AND ENGINE ALSO SOUNDS ROUGH AFTER DRIVING A FEW MINUTES.
Structure
A BMW vehicle costs more than most, so it’s expected that premium materials and construction would be used. Unfortunately, the structure doesn’t seem to have it all together, the way it should.
One Edmunds reviewer wrote about the problems by saying, “I came from being a Mercedes Benz owner to leasing a BMW. I never once had one issue with my MB. Since starting my lease with a brand new BMW X1 I have had issue after issue and the BMW Service department can never find anything wrong. However my trunk opens by itself all the time (just happened again yesterday). Also sometimes the car makes noises that aren’t normal. It seems to be falling apart at less than 9,000 miles. The BMW brand logo on the FRONT of the suv is also chipping away. Wow I am sooooo disappointed in this piece of junk. I have called the BMW service department and have been called back saying they would do something but then never heard anything else. Its been over a week and I called again and was taken to voicemail, left a message and …….still guess what …..never was called back. I think they are worried about letting me out of my lease BUT all I want is a car that works!”
It appears that this BMW has more significant issues than an opening trunk and noises. There was a structure-related recall issued labeled with NHTSA Campaign Number 19V349000. It seems that during a crash if an occupant’s head collides with the B-pillar they might be injured. That’s because this pillar doesn’t have the right amount of material to absorb the impact. In fact, it was constructed in a way that doesn’t comply with the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) requirements. Despite paying a premium price for this vehicle, the automaker tried to cut corners and skimp on protection. Owners might consider saving their money and buying a bicycle instead – it might provide more safety.
Here are some actual complaints logged with the NHTSA about the 2018 BMW X1 Structure Problems.
BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC (BMW) IS RECALLING CERTAIN X1 SDRIVE28I AND X1 XDRIVE28I VEHICLES. IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH WHERE THE OCCUPANTS HEAD CONTACTS THE B-PILLAR, THE PILLAR MAY NOT ABSORB AN ADEQUATE AMOUNT OF THE IMPACT. AS SUCH, THESE VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD (FMVSS) NUMBER 201, “OCCUPANT PROTECTION IN INTERIOR IMPACT.” I HAVE CONTACTED MY DEALER AND THEY SAY THE “FIX” IS NOT AVAILABLE. SUPPOSEDLY OWNERS WERE NOTIFIED ON JULY 1, 2019 BUT I HAVE SEEN NO NOTICE AS JULY 26, 2019.
THE CAR HAS BEEN IN RECALL MODE SINCE APRIL WITH NO REMEDY! THIS IS CRAZY.
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Complaint Data
| Category | Power Train |
| Date | Feb 20, 2023 |
| State | TX |
| Description | When first turning on the car in the morning and trying to reverse the vehicle, it begins jerking and the acceleration revs up rpm almost as if it's trying not to shut off. We have friends with the same model and they have had the same issue and were told it has to do with the crankshaft. |
| Category | Fuel/propulsion System |
| Date | Dec 28, 2022 |
| State | TX |
| Description | My vehicle stalled on a busy street and could not be restarted. Other drivers stopped and assisted me pushing the vehicle to a nearby intersecting street, which placed everyone in imminent danger of being hit by another car. Vehicle was towed to the dealer who has performed all the service work on my car. The dealer diagnosed the issue as failure of the high-pressure fuel pump. Warning messages appeared after my vehicle was already in distress. The car is currently at the dealership awaiting repair. There has been a litany of complaints and issues relating to high-pressure fuel pumps failing on vehicles like mine. |
| Category | Air Bags |
| Date | Dec 18, 2022 |
| State | IL |
| Description | At-fault vehicle (charged with improper lane usage) in toyota corolla attempted to abruptly merge left from "local lanes" going north of il 53 to the "express" lanes hitting a toyota camry which veered into my front right tossing me across 3 lanes taking out 70' of guardrail and totaling my 2018 bmw x1. My airbags did not deploy. My engine came away from the chassis and left front wheel came away from the vehicle as well. It is my opinion at least one airbag/safety restraint should have been deployed. I submitted a report to this department february 1, 2022. I heard back in june and nothing else ever happened even after I submitted the requested information. See the email stream last week from [xxx], hr, nhtsa-----> good morning [xxx], I reviewed the documents you sent me and it appears you submitted everything [xxx] requested. The information my contact gave me is as follows: “the customer can go to the nhtsa report a safety problem web page on nhtsa's public webpage (link below) and complete the required information. They can also call the toll free number at 888-327-4236, monday-friday 8am-8pm et to report as well. Report a vehicle safety problem, equipment issue | nhtsa†let them know you submitted your complaint back on february 1, 2022, and [xxx] contacted you and requested additional information to include the location of the incident, the police accident report (you submitted), nature of injuries (you submitted), the event recorder report (which you notified him that you did not have), and manufacturer complaint number (which you provided to him). The last time you heard from him was june 10, 2022 when he requested the additional information and you provided the information later that day. Let them know you are trying to bring closure to this matter. I hope this helps! [xxx], hr, nhtsa information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6). |
| Category | Air Bags |
| Date | Dec 01, 2022 |
| State | IL |
| Description | Serious highway accident in chicago suburbs whereby car was totaled. Engine came away from chassis after ramming into and taking out 50 feet of guardrail and coming to a screeching halt. Left front wheel came away from vehicle in its entirety. No front, side or overhead airbags deployed whatsoever. Traveling at 50mph at time of accident. I have pictures if required. |
| Category | Exterior Lighting:tail Lights |
| Date | Oct 26, 2022 |
| State | CT |
| Description | 2018 bmw x1. Consumer writes in regard to defective repair of a safety recall performed on vehicle. |
| Category | Unknown Or Other |
| Date | Aug 06, 2022 |
| State | PA |
| Description | I came outside this afternoon to my panaromic sunroof shattered. I researched if this has happened to any other bmw users and it did. As a matter of fact, bmw was hit with severe lawsuits. How do I make them accountable for the repairs? |
| Category | Electrical System, Latches/locks/linkages:hatchback/liftgate:lock |
| Date | Apr 01, 2022 |
| State | CA |
| Description | The contact owns a 2018 bmw x1. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the rear liftgate door would erroneously open. During the failure, the lift gate door would open approximately halfway. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who diagnosed that the key fob needed to be reprogrammed to press twice to open the liftgate. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vin was not available. The failure mileage was 16,000. |
| Category | Air Bags |
| Date | Feb 01, 2022 |
| State | IL |
| Description | I was in a 3-car accident through the fault of another driver. This was on a highway in northwest suburbs of chicago. Very serious crash ending in a totaled vehicle. Severe (left) front end damage with engine disengaging from the chassis and left front wheel coming off vehicle. I believe I was put at high risk of losing my life because none of the airbags deployed inside the vehicle. The car was viewed by state police (police report available) and insurance representatives officially deeming the vehicle "totaled". Based on my vin, there were no pending airbag recalls on file. See uploaded pictures |
| Category | Unknown Or Other |
| Date | Jun 17, 2021 |
| State | WA |
| Description | While driving (car moving and in drive) the rear hatch opened on the vehicle to about a mid-way position completely obscuring vision from rear view mirror. Fortunately I was able to pull to the side of the road and nothing fell out of the cargo area. Key fob was in my pocket - no buttons were pushed (on purpose or accidentally). |
| Category | Electrical System, Service Brakes, Unknown Or Other |
| Date | Feb 24, 2021 |
| State | PA |
| Description | The heater blower ceased working. The back brakes needed to be replaced for a 3rd time, and the factory never sealed the air filter for the engine properly. |
| Category | Unknown Or Other |
| Date | Jul 12, 2020 |
| State | IL |
| Description | The car had 14,500 miles on it when the problem occured. My wife drove the car to chicago and back , upon returning she parked the car in the garage removed some groceries the came back to get the rest and the car was smoking from under the hood. She then called me as I was not home and asked what to do, I told her to get the car out of the garage and because of the intense smoke said she was afraid so I told her to call the fire dept. Which she did. 30 minutes latter the car and garage and all contents were destroyed. |
| Category | Unknown Or Other |
| Date | Jan 30, 2020 |
| State | NY |
| Description | Vehicle fail to confirm to federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 201 "occupant protection in interior impact" |
| Category | Structure |
| Date | Jan 21, 2020 |
| State | NY |
| Description | Tl* the contact owns a 2018 bmw x1. The contact received a notification in the mail for a recall under nhtsa campaign number: 19v349000 (structure). The contact spoke with competition bmw of smithtown located at 599 middle country rd, st james, ny 11780 where she brought the vehicle in to be serviced for a partial repair under the recall. The dealer also informed her that the part was not available for the recall to repair the rest of the vehicle. The manufacturer had been notified of the recall and offered no assistance. A failure had not occurred on the vehicle. Vin tool confirms parts not available. |
| Category | Structure:body |
| Date | Jan 02, 2020 |
| State | FL |
| Description | Tl* the contact owns a 2018 bmw x1. The contact's vin was associated with nhtsa campaign number: 19v349000 (structure). The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and stated that the part was not available. A dealer was not contacted. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect. |
| Category | Unknown Or Other |
| Date | Nov 20, 2019 |
| State | CA |
| Description | Safety recall in april with still no fix or even estimated time frame on fix as of november. |
| Category | Structure:body |
| Date | Nov 19, 2019 |
| State | CA |
| Description | Tl* the contact owns a 2018 bmw x1. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 19v349000 (structure). The contact stated that century west bmw (located at 4245 lankershim blvd, north hollywood, ca 91602, (818) 432-9000) exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and stated that the part was not available for the repair. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect. |
| Category | Structure:body |
| Date | Oct 28, 2019 |
| State | NY |
| Description | Tl* the contact owns a 2018 bmw x1. The contact received a recall notice for nhtsa campaign number: 19v349000 (structure). The contact called ray catena bmw of westchester (543 tarrytown rd, white plains, ny 10607, (914) 761-6666) and was informed that the parts were pending and were not available. The manufacturer was not contacted. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available. |
| Category | Structure:body |
| Date | Oct 15, 2019 |
| State | CA |
| Description | Filing complaint in regards to recall campaign no. 19v-349. Bmw has not responded to, nor reached out to fix my affected car. While this is a voluntary recall, they have not responded in a timely manner. Last official communication with them was in july 2019 |
| Category | Structure:body |
| Date | Sep 27, 2019 |
| State | CA |
| Description | Tl* the contact owns a 2018 bmw x1. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 19v349000 (structure). The contact called bmw of santa maria (805- 614-0306, located at 2150 s college dr, santa maria, ca 93455) and was informed that the parts were not available. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and was not able to confirm when the parts were to become available. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available. |
| Category | Structure:body |
| Date | Sep 24, 2019 |
| State | AR |
| Description | There is an unresolved recall on my car and I do not think the automaker has remedied the problem in a timely manner. |
| Category | Structure:body |
| Date | Sep 11, 2019 |
| State | CA |
| Description | Vehicle has a safety recall but no remedy is available. I do not feel safe driving this car |
| Category | Structure:body |
| Date | Sep 06, 2019 |
| State | MA |
| Description | Tl* the contact owns a 2018 bmw x1. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 19v349000 (structure); however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair as the recall notice was received over a year ago. Bmw of shrewsbury (770 boston turnpike, shrewsbury, ma 01545, (508) 917-6045) was contacted and confirmed that the parts were not available for the recall remedy. The manufacturer was contacted several times and was unable to confirm when the parts were to become available. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available. |
| Category | Structure:body |
| Date | Sep 03, 2019 |
| State | CA |
| Description | Tl* the contact owns a 2018 bmw x1. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 19v349000 (structure). The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair as the recall notice was received over five months ago. Sterling bmw (3000 west coast hwy, newport beach, ca 92663, (949) 200-8722) was contacted and confirmed that the parts were not available for the recall remedy. The manufacturer was contacted several times and was unable to confirm when the parts were to become available. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available. |
| Category | Unknown Or Other |
| Date | Aug 22, 2019 |
| State | NY |
| Description | There is a rotten foul odor coming out of the car vents when the car is first started and the air conditioner is not turned on. The smell slowly disappears when turning on the air conditioner. |
| Category | Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery, Structure:body:door |
| Date | Aug 20, 2019 |
| State | NY |
| Description | 2018 bmw x1. Consumer writes in regards to occupant protection in interior impact safety recall. *ld the consumer stated the battery failed and was replaced, but made a noises while driving. The doors developed streak lined. The dealer was mad aware of the failure, but stated there was no fix. *js |
| Category | Seat Belts |
| Date | Aug 13, 2019 |
| State | NJ |
| Description | Tl* the contact owns a 2018 bmw xi. The contact received an unknown recall notice regarding the vertical trim piece on the seat belts. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and stated that the part was not available. The contact had not experienced a failure. |
| Category | Unknown Or Other |
| Date | Aug 13, 2019 |
| State | NY |
| Description | Upon start up, vehicle ac system releases foul musky smell for an undetermined period of time that's more prevalent during the summer/warm weather. Cleaning the ac evaporator core per bmw service instructions only briefly alleviates the problem before the smell comes back full force again. This is a health concern as there is definitely mold, mildew or bacteria growing within the ac system. These germs are then getting pumped into a confined space, which will likely cause or exacerbate health conditions related to the respiratory system or breathing. This may cause loss of consciousness, difficulty breathing, toxic interior environment or worse. |
| Category | Structure:body |
| Date | Jul 30, 2019 |
| State | MO |
| Description | Tl* the contact owns a 2018 bmw x1. The contact stated that the vehicle was included in nhtsa campaign number: 19v349000(structure). The contact took the vehicle to plaza bmw (11858 olive blvd, creve coeur, mo 63141, (314) 720-6045) and was informed that the part was not available. The manufacturer was notified. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was unknown. |
| Category | Unknown Or Other |
| Date | Jul 30, 2019 |
| State | NY |
| Description | Vertical trim piece it is not complying with federal standards took it in to sho and they refuse to fix it so I am driving in an unsafe suv because no one wants to fix it for me. |
| Category | Structure:body |
| Date | Jul 29, 2019 |
| State | SC |
| Description | Tl* the contact owns a 2018 bmw x1. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 19v349000 (structure). The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. Bmw ashville (649 new, airport rd, fletcher, nc 28732, (828) 681-9900) was contacted and confirmed that the parts were not available for the recall remedy. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and was not able to confirm when the parts were to become available. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available. |
| Category | Structure:body, Unknown Or Other |
| Date | Jul 27, 2019 |
| State | SC |
| Description | There is a non compliant recall remedy unavailable for a trim piece inside the car between front and rear doors and in an event of a crash can pose serious risk of injury to rear seat passengers. I have my grandson in my car almost every day and my son. This is not acceptable. I want to give this car back immediately with no hassle or repercussions. I am looking for a other car effective immediately! I need your help to make sure this does not come back to haunt us! This is very dangerous! What can be done to make sure this happens right away? Because I am afraid now to drive this car and it's not my fault. When I talked to bmw they said they do not have a remedy and they are not allowed to trade for or sell this car. |
| Category | Structure:body |
| Date | Jul 26, 2019 |
| State | CT |
| Description | Bmw of north america, llc (bmw) is recalling certain 2016-2019 x1 sdrive28i and x1 xdrive28i vehicles. In the event of a crash where the occupants head contacts the b-pillar, the pillar may not absorb an adequate amount of the impact. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 201, "occupant protection in interior impact." I have contacted my dealer and they say the "fix" is not available. Supposedly owners were notified on july 1, 2019 but I have seen no notice as july 26, 2019. Remedy |
| Category | Structure:body |
| Date | Jul 24, 2019 |
| State | FL |
| Description | Tl* the contact owns a 2018 bmw x1. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 19v349000 (structure). The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and stated that the part was not available. No further assistance was provided. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available. |
| Category | Unknown Or Other |
| Date | Jul 22, 2019 |
| State | OR |
| Description | I have not encountered issues yet but there is a safety recall on the car that affects my backseat passengers and bmw has not made any steps to fix it and will not provide me with information necessary. |
| Category | Structure:body, Unknown Or Other |
| Date | Jul 18, 2019 |
| State | CA |
| Description | The car has been in recall mode since april with no remedy! This is crazy. |
| Category | Structure:body |
| Date | Jul 11, 2019 |
| State | CA |
| Description | Purchased new car late december 2018. Quickly realized my partmner does not fit safely in passenger seat. Was told by bmw that I can sell or do lease takeover. A couple months later I had a safety restraint malfunction. (preventing me from selling the car) a month after that I had two recalls & squeaky breaks. One recall was closed and the other remained open. 4 months into purchasing a new car I'm being forced to keep a car that is unsafe for my family. I cant sell or trade in because of recalls. Bmw will not take my car back and I cant sell it. I'm stuck waiting for them to figure out how to take care of their open recall. Bmw has exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair and I'm forced to drive a new car that that I have only had 7 months when 4 months into my lease the car is already experiencing trouble. I cant sell the car because of the recall and not only is this a safety issue but its financially burdening my family as we cant use this as our family car as it is unsafe to drive. |
| Category | Structure:body |
| Date | Jul 08, 2019 |
| State | CA |
| Description | Tl* the contact owns a 2018 bmw x1. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 19v349000 (structure). The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair as the recall notice was received over a year ago. Bmw of riverside (3060 adams st, riverside, ca 92504, (951) 373-5000) was contacted and confirmed that the parts were not available for the recall remedy. The manufacturer was contacted several times and was unable to confirm when the parts were to become available. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available. |
| Category | Structure:body |
| Date | Jul 05, 2019 |
| State | CA |
| Description | Tl* the contact owns a 2018 bmw x1. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 19v349000 (structure). The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and was not able to confirm when the parts were to become available. The dealer was not contacted. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available. |
| Category | Latches/locks/linkages:doors:latch |
| Date | Jan 22, 2019 |
| State | NJ |
| Description | Tl* the contact owns a 2018 bmw x1. The contact stated that the automatic door latch was malfunctioning. The vehicle was taken to circle bmw (500 nj-36, eatontown, nj 07724, (732) 440-3640) twice for the failure and the door latch was replaced the first time. The contact was provided a loaner vehicle. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 4,600. |
| Category | Electrical System, Visibility/wiper |
| Date | Oct 17, 2018 |
| State | PA |
| Description | Sun visors are too short / small and don't help on a sunny day. May as well not have them at all especially if you don't have an auto-tinted windshield. We find this to be a seriously dangerous situation. Also, car hesitates when accelerating at times and engine also sounds rough after driving a few minutes. |
| Category | Visibility/wiper |
| Date | Oct 02, 2018 |
| State | TX |
| Description | On a sunny day, I drived with my family through the highway approximately at 45 miles per hour, sudendly a very strong noise was listed and many small glass pieces fell on us, I stop as fast as possible to review that had beated, the sunroof was destroyed, I did not found any object that would hit us, revising in detail note that the glass had been exploited inside out, the crystal was inflated out of the vehicle, fortunately nobody leaves hurt with the glass pieces and nobody was around the car at that moment location: laredo texas date: 29/09/2018 time: 11:30 am |
| Category | Equipment |
| Date | Mar 12, 2018 |
| State | IL |
| Description | Very disappointing experience. Hatch back with "kick" open feature randomly hits me on the head while I am moving things around in the trunk space as I move side to side to rearrange items. Am told I would need to spend 0 to de-activate the "kick open" feature. Called bmw direct to complain, they said there is nothing the can/will do - it is on me to spend money not to get hurt by the unexpected dropping of the hatch! So much for highly engineered car. Either they should have a button you could press to lock the hatch into open mode to secure it while you are maneuvering in trunk space or they should have a "disable kick open" feature option in the vehicle status section of the in-car electronic system. Clearly someone (including me) can/will get hurt and they should be required to change this. |
| Category | Electronic Stability Control, Structure:body, Visibility/wiper |
| Date | Feb 14, 2018 |
| State | CA |
| Description | Tailgate locking system has electronic kick. There is no electronic chirp to alert closing. I was struck in the head. The top latch is was reversed to 'male' equivalent to a hammer. The bottom latch was reversed as connector. If anyone over 5' 10" walks under the open hatch they can be struck. |
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