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I have a 2 year old iX3. On 2 occasions  now I have been moving into a parking slot and as I release the brake, the car has accelerated forward causing damage. The first time I thought it was something I had done but it happened again this week. The car shot forward into a tree and I guess there is a good few thousand £s of damage. I am  sure I didnt hit the accelerator. Apart from the impact on getting the car repaired, increase in insurance premiums, so far no person has been involved. This problem has serious potential to injure or kill. I have decided I wont drive this vehicle again. 

Is anyone on the forum aware of this problem? 

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Hi Phil

Welcome to the Forum

Not many EV posts here I am afraid. I would however say that you will probably need an Independent Diagnostic and Investigation as I don't see BMW or a Dealer holding up a hand to this type of fault.

Have you contacted BMW UK what was their response

Good Luck

Dave

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Thanks for the advice. BMW have stated they are willing to thoroughly examine the car once back from repairers. I may still look for an independent assessment

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