WBY1Z4C59FV2***** VIN lookup for 2015 BMW I3 (WBY1Z4C59FV278849)
WBY1Z4C59FV278849 VIN is assigned
to 2015 BMW I3 .
It is a PASSENGER CAR .
It was manufactured by BMW AG.
This 2015 I3 is a
Hatchback/Liftback/Notchback.
WBY1Z4C59FV278365
| Vehicle Descriptor | WBY1Z4C5*FV |
| Make | BMW |
| Manufacturer Name | BMW AG |
| Model | i3 |
| Model Year | 2015 |
| Plant City | LEIPZIG |
| Series | 3-Series |
| Trim | Range Extender |
| Vehicle Type | PASSENGER CAR |
| Plant Country | GERMANY |
| body Image Id | 5 |
| Body Class | Hatchback/Liftback/Notchback |
| Doors | 5 |
| Gross Vehicle Weight Rating From | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) |
| Gross Vehicle Weight Rating To | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) |
| Bed Type | Not Applicable |
| Cab Type | Not Applicable |
| Trailer Type Connection | Not Applicable |
| Trailer Body Type | Not Applicable |
| Engine Numberof Cylinders | 2 |
| Displacement(CC) | 600.0 |
| Displacement(CI) | 39.5 |
| Displacement(L) | 0.6 |
| Fuel Type- Primary | Electric |
| Fuel Type- Secondary | Gasoline |
| Engine Brake(hp) From | 170 |
| Electrification Level | PHEV (Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle) |
| Pretensioner | Yes |
| Seat Belt Type | Manual |
| Front Air Bag Locations | 1st Row (Driver and Passenger) |
| Knee Air Bag Locations | 1st Row (Driver and Passenger) |
| Side Air Bag Locations | 1st Row (Driver and Passenger) |
| Tire Pressure Monitoring System( T P M S) Type | Direct |
| NCSA Body Type | 3-door/2-door hatchback |
| NCSA Make | BMW |
| NCSA Model | i3 |
| Bus Floor Configuration Type | Not Applicable |
| Bus Type | Not Applicable |
| Custom Motorcycle Type | Not Applicable |
| Motorcycle Suspension Type | Not Applicable |
| Motorcycle Chassis Type | Not Applicable |
Driver Complaints
Recalls
October 07 , 2015 NHTSA Campaign Number: 15V628000
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
In the event of a vehicle crash, an air bag that does not deploy properly increases the risk of injury to the front seat passenger.
Manufacturer: BMW of North America, LLC
Components: AIR BAGS
Potential Number of Units Affected: 6,073
Description:
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 MINI Cooper S and MINI Cooper two-door vehicles, 2015-2016 MINI John Cooper Works and MINI Cooper S and MINI Cooper four-door vehicles and 2014-2015 BMW i3 vehicles. Due to a manufacturing error, the passenger frontal air bag may not deploy properly in a low speed crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Remedy:
MINI and BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag module, free of charge. The recall began on November 25, 2015. Owners may contact MINI customer service at 1-866-825-1525 and BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Notes:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
February 09 , 2017 NHTSA Campaign Number: 17V088000
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
A fuel vapor leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Manufacturer: BMW of North America, LLC
Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Potential Number of Units Affected: 19,130
Description:
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2014-2017 i3 REx hybrid electric vehicles. The fuel tank vent line may rub against the ribbed wire protection sleeve of the battery positive (B+) cable, creating a hole in the vent line and causing a fuel vapor leak.
Remedy:
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel vent line, replacing it as necessary, and install a clip to prevent it from chafing, free of charge. The recall beganApril 3, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Notes:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
November 16 , 2017 NHTSA Campaign Number: 17V720000
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
During a frontal impact, unbelted, small adult, drivers could be at a higher risk of neck injury.
Manufacturer: BMW of North America, LLC
Components: AIR BAGS
Potential Number of Units Affected: 32,000
Description:
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2014-2018 BMW i3 electric and hybrid electric vehicles. Unbelted, small adult, drivers may be at a higher risk of neck injury in the event of a frontal crash. These vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Remedy:
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will update the Driver air bag control unit software, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 8, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at the dedicated i3 recall number 1-855-269-3361.
Notes:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
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