Excellent thinking out of the box,
AtlantaBourne.
What model BMW Mini Cooper was Anne driving? I can't seem to locate that detail.
I recall the neighbor who was able to speak to Anne from the backseat before the car burst into flames. He said the flames began from underneath the car.
Fuel system, gasoline: Delivery: Fuel pump
Recall date
2018-08-22
Recall no.
18V557000
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2017-2019 MINI Cooper Countryman vehicles.
These vehicles may be missing a crash protection plate near the high pressure fuel pump, which may result in a fuel leak in the event of a crash.
Recall consequence
Without the crash protection plate, in the event of a crash, the fuel pump can become damaged, causing a fuel leak and increasing the risk of a fire.
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