Bmw Of North America, Llc | NHTSA Recall #77V092000
Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.
Description
Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 77V092000 by Bmw Of North America, Llc. Includes 22,850 affected units, FUEL:THROTTLE LINKAGES AND CONTROL RETURN SPRING, component: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, and more from the Department of Transportation.
Defect Summary
The involved vehicles do not conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 124, "accelerator control systems". The two accelerator return springs located on top of engine may oscillate at high engine speeds, which may cause vibration noise and lead to premature spring fatigue and possible breakage. This may make it impossible for the accelerator system to return to idle speed.
Corrective Action
Dealer will inspect and, if necessary, install rubber sleeves over the return springs to preclude oscillation, without charge to owner.