NHTSA investigationPE89142
Investigation PE89142: 1985–1987 BMW 325
- Status
- CLOSED
- Opened
- Jul 14, 1989
- Closed
- Oct 12, 1989
- Model years
- 1985–1987
Subject
Brakes drag & fail
Component: Service brakes, hydraulic
Summary
Summary:the brakes reportedly began to drag and lock withoutwarning during highway driving on 4 vehicles.the cause is notknown at this time.===
An NHTSA investigation looks into whether a safety defect exists. Opening one is not a finding. Outcomes can include a recall, closure without action, or further inquiry.
Model years covered
- 1987 BMW 32515 complaints
- 1986 BMW 3259 complaints
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