CarRecallWatch- Component
- STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
- Problem
- 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.
- Risk
- 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.
- Remedy
- 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.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
What this recall means for you
Certain 2002-2005 MINI Cooper and Cooper S vehicles, including 2005 Convertible models, may temporarily or permanently lose electro-hydraulic steering assistance. When this happens, the driver must apply extra steering effort at lower speeds, which can increase the risk of a crash.
The remedy is free. Dealers will inspect the electro-hydraulic power steering system and replace components and wiring as needed. Interim notices were mailed to owners on December 10, 2015, and owners will receive a second notice when remedy parts become available. You can also contact MINI customer service at 1-866-825-1525.
Check your vehicle's VIN for open recalls and schedule the free inspection at an authorized MINI dealer.
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Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Mini Cooper | 2002200320042005 |
|---|---|
| Mini Cooper S | 2002200320042005 |