2016 BMW 328I XDRIVE

This 2016 BMW 328i xDrive sedan has substantial collision damage concentrated at the left rear corner and rear bumper area. The left rear quarter panel is severely deformed around the tail-lamp opening and wheel arch, and the outer left rear tail-lamp assembly is missing. The rear bumper cover is also absent, exposing underlying bumper components, mounting points, and wiring. Trim and liner material are missing from the left rear wheel-arch and bumper-side area, leaving the inner cavity and mounting points exposed. Multiple wires and connectors are visibly exposed and hanging below the rear bumper area. The front bumper has minor dark scuffing and light surface scratches. The VIN decodes the vehicle as a 2016 BMW 328i xDrive SA sedan with all-wheel drive, a 2.0-liter four-cylinder gasoline engine, and an indicated output of 241 horsepower. The vehicle was manufactured by BMW AG in South Africa. The VIN check digit decoded correctly; this does not confirm the vehicle’s mechanical or structural condition. An official NHTSA recall, campaign 24V608000, applies to this model and year. It concerns the engine cooling-system water pump: an improperly sealed electrical connector may be exposed to water and short-circuit, increasing the risk of fire. BMW’s stated remedy is inspection and replacement of the water pump and connector as necessary, together with installation of a protective shield, at no charge. Recall completion should be verified with BMW using the vehicle’s VIN.