Safety Recall NHTSA · 02V194000 Reported July 24, 2002

Bmw/brake pedal arm pivot shaft

Bmw Of North America, Llc · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · 34,860 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
02V194000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Vehicles Affected
34,860
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
July 24, 2002

Defect Summary

On certain passenger vehicles, due to a manufacturing problem, the brake pedal arm pivot shaft could loosen from its support bracket.

Safety Consequence

Eventually, the brake pedal arm could detach from the bracket, rendering the service braking system ineffective, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Dealers will check the brake pedal arm pivot shaft for proper seating in its support bracket. in addition, a pin will be installed to secure the shaft to the bracket. owner notification began august 14, 2002. 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 1-800-332-4269.

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 02V194000 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 02V194000

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

What is recall 02V194000?

NHTSA recall 02V194000 was issued by Bmw Of North America, Llc on July 24, 2002. It addresses: Bmw/brake pedal arm pivot shaft. The recall affects approximately 34,860 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 02V194000 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.