Defect Description For Recall
On Certain Passenger Vehicles, The Flat Tire Monitoring System Has Not Been Correctly Programmed. In The Event Of A Flat Tire, An Audible Signal Will Not Sound To Alert The Driver To A Flat Tire.
Make Of Vehicle
MINI
Model Of Vehicle
COOPER S
Year
2004
Recall Campaign Number
04V348000
Component Description
Tires:Pressure Monitoring And Regulating Systems
Effect Of Defect
Due To The Lack Of An Audible Signal, The Driver May Not Be Aware Of A Flat Tire, Which Could Increase The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Reprogram The Vehicle’S Software In Order To Actuate The Flat Tire Monitoring System’S Audible Signal. The Recall Began October 13, 2004. Owners Should Contact Mini Customer Relations At 1-866-275-6464.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Bayerische Motoren Werke
Start Of Manufacture
20040323
End Of Manufacture
20040415
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
1193
Date Owners Notified
20041013
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
BMW Of North America, Llc
Date Report Received
20040712