Defect Description For Recall
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.
Make Of Vehicle
MINI
Model Of Vehicle
COOPER S
Year
2005
Recall Campaign Number
15V660000
Component Description
Steering:Electric Power Assist System
Effect Of Defect
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.
Fix Defect
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.
Vehicle Manufacturer
BMW Of North America, Llc
Start Of Manufacture
20010718
End Of Manufacture
20050209
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
86018
Date Owners Notified
20160304
Initiated By
Odi
Responsible Manufacturer
BMW Of North America, Llc
Date Report Received
20151015