NHTSA recall 02V194000
Service brakes, hydraulic › Pedals and linkages
BMW X5
Reported Jul 24, 200234,860 vehicles affectedBAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKEBuilt Aug 19, 1999 – Feb 8, 2001
The defect
On certain passenger vehicles, due to a manufacturing problem, the brake pedal arm pivot shaft could loosen from its support bracket.
The risk
Eventually, the brake pedal arm could detach from the bracket, rendering the service braking system ineffective, increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy
Dealers will check the brake pedal arm pivot shaft for proper seating in its support bracket. in addition, a pin will be installed to secure the shaft to the bracket. owner notification began august 14, 2002. 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 1-800-332-4269.