Accelerator Pedal Problems of BMW 540

BMW 540 owners have reported 2 problems related to accelerator pedal (under the vehicle speed control category). The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Accelerator Pedal problem of the 2019 BMW 540

Failure Date: 04/26/2021

The contact owns a 2019 BMW 540i. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle stalled without warning while depressing the accelerator pedal. The contact stated that while attempting to park the vehicle, the failure recurred. The contact continuously depressed the accelerator pedal and the vehicle lunged forward and collided with a barrier and crashed into his neighbor's vehicle. The air bags failed to deploy upon impact. The contact was not treated for any injuries. A police report was not filed. The contact had taken the vehicle to an independent mechanic who discovered that the lower section of the accelerator pedal was fractured. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and agreed to pay for a portion of the repair. The contact received a letter that stated that the manufacturer agreed to pay for the accelerator pedal replacement however, by accepting the payment, the manufacturer would absolve themselves of any responsibility of any damages caused by the defective accelerator pedal. The contact had not agreed to the terms of the agreement of the letter. The vehicle was repaired out of pocket. The failure mileage was 18,000.

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2 Accelerator Pedal problem of the 2001 BMW 540

Failure Date: 02/01/2002

Accelerator pedal stcks when foot pressure is released. Response of accelerator is very quick. Dealer was notified. Gas pedal stuttering/ binding condition is worse when vehicle is out in sun for a few hours. Dealer replaced pedal three times.

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Other Common Vehicle Speed Control related problems of BMW 540

Problem Category Number of Problems
Accelerator Pedal problems
2
Vehicle Speed Control problems
2
Cruise Control problems
2
Accelerator Stuck problems
1


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