NHTSA Recall 80V076000
NHTSA Campaign Id 80V076000; Date: Jun. 19, 1980
Recalled Vehicles:
1977 BMW 320I; 1978 BMW 320I; 1979 BMW 320I
Component: Vehicle Speed Control:springs
Manufactured by: Bayerische Motoren Werke
Affected Units:: 66,600
Recall Summary:
When subjected to the extremely high temperatures that can occur in the engine compartment, the damper sleeves which cover the return springs of the accelerator control system can deform and prevent their returning the throttle to idle position after release of the accelerator pedal.
How to Fix:
Dealer will replace the throttle return damper sleeves with new sleeves of high temperature-resistant plastic material.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. System: throttle control; accelerator; control return spring. Consequences of defect: this could result in an unusually excessive (high) idlespeed which could cause loss of vehicle control and an accident. Note: if vehicle must be driven prior to repair, moderate speed and increasethe following distances.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Nov 4, 1980
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