Safety Recall NHTSA · 01V246000 Reported July 31, 2001

Bmw/front brake line

Bmw Of North America, Llc · N/A · 2,997 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
01V246000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Manufacturer
Bmw Of North America, Llc
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
2,997
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
July 31, 2001

Defect Summary

Vehicle description: motorcycles. the distance between the brake line and the speedometer drive cable could be too small. due to compression and rebound of the fork, the speedometer cable could contact and chafe the brake line.

Safety Consequence

Brake fluid leakage could occur, resulting in a loss of front braking capability. if this happened, depending on traffic conditions and the rider's reactions, a crash could occur.

Corrective Action

Dealers will measure the distance between the front brake line and speedometer cable. the brake line will be replaced if the distance to the speedometer cable is found to be too small or if it is damaged. a new protective sleeve will be installed in the speedometer cable near the front fender. owner notification began december 18, 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 #5.

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 01V246000 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 01V246000

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

What is recall 01V246000?

NHTSA recall 01V246000 was issued by Bmw Of North America, Llc on July 31, 2001. It addresses: Bmw/front brake line. The recall affects approximately 2,997 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Bmw Of North America, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 01V246000 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.