BMW 7 Series: Brake Switch May Be Activated Permanently
BMW is recalling 48 units of 7 Series and 5 Series vehicles because a brake pedal connection may not be properly locked, which could cause the brake switch to activate permanently if the pedal is pulled up. This could result in brake lights staying on while driving, the engine starting without pressing the brake, and the transmission not automatically shifting to Park when the door opens. BMW will inspect and replace the brake pedal mechanism if necessary.
- Recalling firm
- BMW
- Product
- Vehicles: BMW 7 SERIES, BMW 5 SERIES. Units affected: 48
- Reason
- The ball head connecting the brake pedal and the master brake cylinder the ball head might not be locked properly into the ball cage. If the driver accidentally pulls up the brake pedal the brake switch would be activated permanently. This will cause: The brake lamps to be illuminated even while driving A Check Control Message would not alert the driver. An engine start or gear selection would be possible without brake actuation. If the driver's door were opened after switching off the engine the gear would not switch automatically to P as designed. Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are...
- Classification
- Class II
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Agency
- UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
- Recall date
- 2017-06-20
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- United Kingdom
Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/3c9d0504-e56b-4a6e-946f-476d051df118