Recall 77V092000: BMW 320, BMW 320I

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:SPRINGS

Vehicle recall filed Jun 16, 1977 22,850 units

Summary

The problem. 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.

The fix. Dealer will inspect and, if necessary, install rubber sleeves over the return springs to preclude oscillation, without charge to owner.

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: throttle linkage and control; return spring.consequences of defect: this condition could adversely affect the driver"sability to control vehicle speed, which could result in loss of vehicle controland an accident.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign
77V092000
Manufacturer
BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE
Report received
June 16, 1977
Owners notified
August 25, 1977
Units affected
22,850
Initiated by
the manufacturer
Safety standard
FMVSS 124

Affected vehicles

Is your car affected? Only a VIN check tells you whether a specific vehicle is included and still unrepaired – use NHTSA's lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls or call the manufacturer. Recall repairs are free.