NHTSA Recall # | 116187 |
NHTSA Compaign # | 15V660000 |
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Manufacturer | BMW of North America, LLC |
Supplier | MINI |
Brand | MINI |
Model | COOPER |
Model Year | 2004 |
Component | STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM |
Date of notification | 04/03/16 |
Begin date of manufacuring | 19/09/01 |
End date of manufacturing | 09/02/05 |
Type of recall | V |
Recall initiator | ODI |
Report received | 15/10/15 |
Report created | 15/10/15 |
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Estimated number of affected units | 86018 |
Defect summary | Bmw of north america, llc (bmw) is recalling certain model year 2002-2005 mini cooper and cooper s vehicles and 2005 cooper and cooper s convertible vehicles. The affected vehicles may experience temporary or permanent loss of the electro-hydraulic steering assistance. |
Consequence summary | If the vehicle experiences a loss of power steering assist, extra steering effort will be required at lower speeds, potentially increasing the risk of a vehicle crash. |
Corrective action | Mini will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the electro-hydraulic power steering system, replacing the components and wiring, as necessary, free of charge. Interim notices were mailed to owners on december 10, 2015. Owners will receive a second notice when remedy parts become available. Owners may contact mini customer service at 1-866-825-1525. |
Recall notes | Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153). |