Issue ID | 844914 |
Internal NHTSA # | 10383173 |
Manufacurer | BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC |
Brand | MINI |
Model | COOPER |
Model Year | 2004 |
File date | 10/02/11 |
Component | STEERING |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | Power steering in 2004 mini cooper almost completely locks up with no warning whatsoever. No warning lights or other visual indicators depict the status of the power steering fluid or overall steering system. Ability to steer car changes instantaneously from full "normal" control to nearly impossible to parallel park (at extremely slow speed) or make a basic 90 degree turn (at any relevant speed). Makes the car dangerous and stressful to drive. |
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Number of Occurences | 1 |
Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
City and State | ORANGE, CA |
VIN pattern | WMWRC33434TXXXXXX |
Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
Was incedent reported to police? | N |
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Date of purchase | 02/07/24 |
Was original owner? | N |
Anti-lock brakes | N |
Cruise control | N |
Number of cylinders | 4 |
Drive train type | FWD |
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