BMW 7 SERIES ( 19/05/2017 – 20/05/2017) DEFECT: The ball head connecting the brake pedal and the master brake cylinder the ball head might not be locked properly into the ball cage. If the driver accidentally pulls up the brake pedal the brake switch would be activated permanently. This will cause: The brake lamps to be illuminated even while driving A Check Control Message would not alert the driver. An engine start or gear selection would be possible without brake actuation. If the driver’s door were opened after switching off the engine the gear would not switch automatically to “P” as designed.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and check the locking of the ball head on the brake pedal. If necessary the pedal mechanism will be replaced.
| Recall Launch Date | 20/06/2017 |
| Recall No. | R/2017/193 |
| Models Affected | 7 Series 7 Series LWB 5 Series Sloon & 5 Series Touring |
| Manufacturer Ref | 0035190100 |
| VIN Start | WBA7C62020G264282 |
| VIN end | WBA7C42090G829101 |
| Build Start | 19/05/2017 |
| Build end | 20/05/2017 |
| Vehicle numbers (UK) | 24 |
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