NHTSA recall 01V245000
Parking Brake · BMW of North America, LLC
Details
What's wrong: The two screws that secure the parking brake cable mounting bracket to the backing plate were not tightened properly. As a result, the screws could loosen and eventually fall into the parking brake drum.
Why it matters: If this were to happen, the cable mounting bracket would no longer be fixed to the backing plate and the parking brake could no longer be applied on that side of the vehicle. It is also possible that a screw could lodge within the parking brake drum, impairing the free movement of the drum. This…
The fix: Dealers will replace the parking brake cable attaching screws and secure them with the proper torque. Owner notification began October 4, 2001.
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All model years NHTSA lists
2001 Bmw M3.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 01V245000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.