1977-1979 BMW 320I VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:SPRINGS

Auto Parts Search


      Over 30 million used auto parts online. Shop online for auto and truck parts and save up to 75%
: : : Go

1977-1979 BMW 320I VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:SPRINGS (Change Vehicle)

The following VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:SPRINGS recall/defect on 1977-1979 BMW 320I vehicles was reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety administration on 1980-06-19. For more information contact the National Highway Traffic Safety administration or the US Department of Transportation. See recall summary below.


Build Years/Makes/Models: 1977 - 1979 BMW 320I
UNits affected: 66600
Recall Number: 80V076000
Summary: WHEN SUBJECTED TO THE EXTREMELY HIGH TEMPERATURES THAT CAN OCCUR IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT, THE DAMPER SLEEVES WHICH COVER THE RETURN SPRINGS OF THE ACCELERATOR CONTROL SYSTEM CAN DEFORM AND PREVENT THEIR RETURNING THE THROTTLE TO IDLE POSITION AFTER RELEASE OF THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL.
Consequence:
Remedy: DEALER WILL REPLACE THE THROTTLE RETURN DAMPER SLEEVES WITH NEW SLEEVES OF HIGH TEMPERATURE-RESISTANT PLASTIC MATERIAL.
Notes: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.SYSTEM: THROTTLE CONTROL; ACCELERATOR; CONTROL RETURN SPRING.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: THIS COULD RESULT IN AN UNUSUALLY EXCESSIVE (HIGH) IDLESPEED WHICH COULD CAUSE LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL AND AN ACCIDENT.NOTE: IF VEHICLE MUST BE DRIVEN PRIOR TO REPAIR, MODERATE SPEED AND INCREASETHE FOLLOWING DISTANCES.
Enter your zip code
  New Quote!
CLICK HERE TO FIND USED 1977-1979 BMW 320I VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:SPRINGS.
LOOKING FOR REPLACEMENT 1977-1979 BMW 320I PARTS? VISIT OUR ONLINE AUTO PARTS STORES
NEED TO FIX YOUR 1977-1979 BMW 320I? ACCESS ONLINE THE COMPLETE 1977-1979 BMW 320I REPAIR GUIDE
CLICK HERE TO FIND A LOCAL MECHANIC, AUTO SERVICE OR BODY SHOP THAT WILL FIX YOUR 1977-1979 BMW 320I PROFESSIONALLY AND COST EFFECTIVELY.
GOT 1977-1979 BMW 320I REPAIR QUESTION? LET OUR CAR EXPERTS ANSWER YOU ONLINE. ASK YOUR QUESTION HERE!
Help me findSearch
Auto Repair Quick Search
Help me find
Search DIY repair manuals by VIN...
Vehicle Identification Number is a unique serial number used by the automotive industry to identify individual motor vehicles

Find out what info we have for your vehicle

Get the Complete Technical Service Bulletins!
Get the Complete Technical Service Bulletins!Access diagrams and repair information such as wiring diagrams, diagnosis and repair charts, manufacturer service bulletins, and OEM Part numbers of your 1977-1979 BMW 320I vehicle.
Access the Complete guide!
Need To Fix Your Car or Truck?
Save Money With Free Car Insurance Quote
FREE car insurance quote
Enter Zip Code:
GOT A WEBSITE?Make money with Automotix

Make money with Automotix Partner Program.

Learn more

Auto Repair Quick Search
Help me find