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Campaign 01V197000

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ID: #01V197000 MFR: BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE

What This Recall Means

Component

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM

What Happened
There's a potential issue with the brake system in your vehicle. The nuts that secure the brake pedal assembly to the booster might be loose or cross-threaded, which could cause problems with your brakes.
Risk if Unfixed
If this happens, your brake pedal might feel spongy or soft, and your brakes might not work as well as they should. Over time, the booster could leak, making it harder to stop your vehicle.

How to Get This Fixed

Free Fix
We'll check the nuts and replace the brake booster if they're not secure. This is a free repair, and you should take your vehicle to an authorized dealer to get it done.

Affected Vehicles

2001 BMW X5

Is YOUR vehicle affected?

This page lists the models and model years named in NHTSA campaign #01V197000. Matching a model and year on this list does not prove an individual vehicle is affected — some vehicles in an affected model year are never part of the recall population. The authoritative way to know is a VIN check against NHTSA's own records.

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