Vehicle recall 20V083000 · February 13, 2020
2019 BMW C 400 X
Water may collect in the throttle cable, which can freeze in cold temperatures, resulting in a stuck throttle.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019 C400X scooters. Water may collect in the throttle cable, which can freeze in cold temperatures, resulting in a stuck throttle.
- Consequence
- If the throttle sticks open, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- BMW will replace the throttle cable with an improved version, free of charge. The recall began August 19, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 20V083000
- Reported to NHTSA
- February 13, 2020
- Filed by
- BMW of North America, LLC
- Owner notification
- August 19, 2020
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 416
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Vehicle speed control › Cables
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- BMW C 400 X (2019): 2019
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