Safety Recall NHTSA · 01V047000 Reported February 23, 2001

Bmw/brake caliper support

Bmw Of North America, Llc · Suspension · 1,183 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
01V047000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Suspension
Vehicles Affected
1,183
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
February 23, 2001

Defect Summary

Vehicle description: motorcycles. under certain riding conditions when the rear brake and the throttle are applied simultaneously, the rear brake caliper support could bend, leading to contact between the brake hose connecting piece on the rear caliper and the swing arm.

Safety Consequence

Brake fluid leakage from the caliper could occur, resulting in loss of rear braking capability.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect the rear brake caliper support and, if it is bent, will replace the swing arm, together with the caliper and brake hose, if necessary. if the support is not bent, it will be reinforced with a plastic block. owner notification began may 10, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact bmw at 1-800-831-1117, option #4.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Bmw Of North America, Llc dealer and reference recall ID 01V047000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 01V047000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 01V047000?

NHTSA recall 01V047000 was issued by Bmw Of North America, Llc on February 23, 2001. It addresses: Bmw/brake caliper support. The recall affects approximately 1,183 vehicles, with the defect involving the Suspension component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Bmw Of North America, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 01V047000 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.