Bmw/rear brake lever
Defect Summary
Vehicle description: motorcycles. due to use of an incorrect thread-locking material in production, it is possible for the rear brake linkage ball end, which is screwed into the rear brake lever, to loosen and eventually detach from the lever.
Safety Consequence
If this happens, the rear brake could no longer be applied, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will remove the brake linkage ball end from the brake lever and reinstall it with a different thread-locking compound, to prevent the ball end from loosening.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Bmw Of North America, Llc or involving Service Brakes, Hydraulic.
FAQ: Recall 00V144000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 00V144000?
NHTSA recall 00V144000 was issued by Bmw Of North America, Llc on May 18, 2000. It addresses: Bmw/rear brake lever. The recall affects approximately 474 vehicles, with the defect involving the Service Brakes, Hydraulic component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Bmw Of North America, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 00V144000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.