VIN Decoder Results
WBY1Z2C50EV284509
Basic Information
Vehicle Make
BMW
Vehicle Model
i3
Additional Information
Error Text
0 - VIN decoded clean. Check Digit (9th position) is correct
Vehicle Descriptor
WBY1Z2C5*EV
Manufacturer Name
BMW AG
Model Year
2014
Plant City
LEIPZIG
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR
Plant Country
GERMANY
Body Class
Wagon
Doors
4
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)
Fuel Type - Primary
Electric
Engine Brake (hp) From
170
Electrification Level
BEV (Battery Electric Vehicle)
Pretensioner
Yes
Seat Belt Type
Manual
Other Restraint System Info
Pretensioners for Driver and Front Passenger.
Curtain Air Bag Locations
1st and 2nd Rows
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 (TPMS) Type
Direct
VIN Breakdown
WBY
World Manufacturer Identifier
1Z2C5
Vehicle Descriptor Section
0
Check Digit
EV284509
Vehicle Identifier Section
Safety Recalls (4 Found)
Total Recalls
4
Vehicle
2014 BMW i3
Source
NHTSA Database
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
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 St...
Consequence:
During a frontal impact, unbelted, small adult, drivers could be at a higher risk of neck injury.
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
Campaign: 17V720000
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
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.
Consequence:
A fuel vapor leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
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 m
Campaign: 17V088000
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
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...
Consequence:
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.
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 1-8
Campaign: 15V628000
Owner Complaints (49)
Total Complaints
49
Crashes Reported
3
Injuries Reported
3
STRUCTURE
"The carbon fiber roof is delaminating and a portion of it came off and hit the front windshield of another car, causing them to partially lose control of their vehicle almost causing an accident. This is a known issue BMW has not taken an action to r..."
ODI #11618578
STRUCTURE
"A large portion of the car's hood (carbon laminate?) has ripped off and is surely to continue to tear and fly off while driving."
ODI #11613788
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