Breakage of the inner cable would cause loss of throttle control, causing the engine to return or remain at idle. Loss of throttle control could cause an accident.

Vehicle Speed Control — Cables

Date Announced
JAN 03, 1994
Vehicles Affected
2,306
NHTSA Campaign #
94V022000
Summary
The throttle cable's tube (outer casing) contains a bend that leads to increased loading of the inner cable, causing it to break.
Actions
BMW dealers will replace the throttle cable.
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