Bmw Of North America, Llc | NHTSA Recall #01V246000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 01V246000 by Bmw Of North America, Llc. Includes 2,997 affected units, BMW/FRONT BRAKE LINE, component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Vehicle description: motorcycles. the distance between the brake line and the speedometer drive cable could be too small. due to compression and rebound of the fork, the speedometer cable could contact and chafe the brake line.

Corrective Action

Dealers will measure the distance between the front brake line and speedometer cable. the brake line will be replaced if the distance to the speedometer cable is found to be too small or if it is damaged. a new protective sleeve will be installed in the speedometer cable near the front fender. owner notification began december 18, 2001. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact bmw at 1-800-831-1117, option #5.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 01V246000
Manufacturer: Bmw Of North America, Llc
Report Received Date: 2001-07-31T00:00:00
Subject: Bmw/front brake line
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Potentially Affected Units: 2,997

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Vehicle description: motorcycles. the distance between the brake line and the speedometer drive cable could be too small. due to compression and rebound of the fork, the speedometer cable could contact and chafe the brake line.
Consequence Summary: Brake fluid leakage could occur, resulting in a loss of front braking capability. if this happened, depending on traffic conditions and the rider's reactions, a crash could occur.
Corrective Action: Dealers will measure the distance between the front brake line and speedometer cable. the brake line will be replaced if the distance to the speedometer cable is found to be too small or if it is damaged. a new protective sleeve will be installed in the speedometer cable near the front fender. owner notification began december 18, 2001. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact bmw at 1-800-831-1117, option #5.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-tsab~w4g3~qcg5
NHTSA ID: 01V246000
Position: N/A
Created At: 1742808662
Created Meta: N/A
Updated At: 1742808662
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