BMW · Canada · Mod
BMW 3 Series: Engine
Affects BMW 3 Series · 1977–1978 — about 2K vehicles.
The hazard
PERIODS OF EXTREME COLD TEMPERATURES CAN CAUSE THE RUBBER PROTECTIVE DIRT SLEEVE ON THE THROTTLE CABLE TO BECOME STIFF PREVENTING THE THROTTLE FROM RETURNING TO THE IDLE POSITION AS REQUIRED BY C.M.V.S.S. 124. OPERATORS MAY HAVE TO APPLY THE BRAKES AND/OR SWITCH OFF THE IGNITION TO DECELERATE THE VEHICLE QUICKLY. 1977-1978 BMW 320I
What to do
Contact your dealer; the remedy details were not included in the filing.
Critical — crash/injury risk now
High — injury risk; see remedy
Moderate — fix at next service
Low — minor / informational