2019 BMW C 400 X Recall: Water may collect in the throttle cable, which can freeze in cold…
NHTSA campaign 20V083000 · Vehicle Speed Control · filed Feb 13, 2020 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
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.
The risk
If the throttle sticks open, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — what to do
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.
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.
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 20V083000. Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.