NHTSA Recall 99V100000
NHTSA Campaign Id 99V100000; Date: May. 3, 1999
If this occurs, braking is not possible.
Recalled Vehicles:
1999 BMW 323I; 1999 BMW 328I
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:pedals And Linkages
Manufactured by: Bayerische Motoren Werke
Affected Units:: 31,067
Recall Summary:
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. It is possible that the retaining clip that secures the brake booster pushrod to the brake pedal arm was not properly installed during production. It is possible for the clip to detach from the pin on the brake pedal arm allowing the pushrod to disconnect from the arm.
How to Fix:
Dealers will inspect the clip for tight installation and replace the clip if it is loose.
Recall Notes:
Owner notification began may 14, 1999. 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. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: May 14, 1999
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