Bmw Of North America, Llc | NHTSA Recall #03V001000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 03V001000 by Bmw Of North America, Llc. Includes 84,000 affected units, BMW /FRONT BRAKE HOSE, component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

On certain sport utility vehicles, it may be possible for the front brake line to slip out of the retaining bracket located at the front strut. the brake hose that is attached to the brake line could come in contact with the tire and be subjected to wear and abrasion.

Corrective Action

Dealers will install an additional retaining clip to further secure the brake line to the front strut. additionally, if inspection of any brake hose indicates that it has experienced damage, the hose will be replaced. owner notification began february 14, 2003. 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.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 03V001000
Report Received Date: 2003-01-09T00:00:00
Subject: Bmw /front brake hose
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Potentially Affected Units: 84,000

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: On certain sport utility vehicles, it may be possible for the front brake line to slip out of the retaining bracket located at the front strut. the brake hose that is attached to the brake line could come in contact with the tire and be subjected to wear and abrasion.
Consequence Summary: This could initially cause some brake fluid leakage, and eventually lead to a substantial loss of brake fluid. there could be a noticeable reduction in brake performance if a loss of front brake performance occurs.
Corrective Action: Dealers will install an additional retaining clip to further secure the brake line to the front strut. additionally, if inspection of any brake hose indicates that it has experienced damage, the hose will be replaced. owner notification began february 14, 2003. 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.

Safety Information

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

Metadata

SID: row-ta4i-nx7q~vbs8
NHTSA ID: 03V001000
Position: N/A
Created At: 1742808662
Created Meta: N/A
Updated At: 1742808662
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