NHTSA Recall 01V197000: Vacuum (service brakes)
BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 36 vehicles. It affects 2001 BMW X5.
| NHTSA campaign | 01V197000 |
|---|---|
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › POWER ASSIST › VACUUM |
| Report received | June 14, 2001 |
| Owner notification | August 17, 2001 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. Due to an assembly error, one or both self-locking nuts that secure the pedal assembly to the booster may have been cross-threaded on the booster studs that protrude through the firewall. In such a case, the nut(s) would not be fully seated on the stud(s).
Safety risk
If this occurred, the effective brake pedal travel could be reduced due to relative movement between the pedal and booster. Braking performance while driving could be adversely affected. In addition, it is possible that the booster could develop a leak after an extended period of time resulting in a reduction in brake power assist.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the two lock nuts to determine if they are properly seated. If the nuts are not properly seated or are cross-threaded, the brake booster will be replaced. Owner notification began august 17, 2001. 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.
Notes
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 01V197000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| BMW X5 | 2001 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.