CarRecallWatch- Component
- EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
- Problem
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2016-2017 MINI Cooper Clubman, Cooper S Clubman and JCW Clubman vehicles. When the affected vehicles are braking and the turn signals are on, the inner, bumper-mounted, brake light will go out. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
- Risk
- If the brake light does not illuminate when a turn signal is activated, other drivers may be confused, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- MINI will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the vehicle to correct the brake lighting, free of charge. The recall began May 22, 2017. 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
When the brakes are applied while the turn signal is on, the inner brake light mounted on the bumper may turn off. The vehicle therefore does not meet federal lighting requirements for brake lights.
If the brake light does not illuminate when a turn signal is activated, other drivers may be confused about what your car is doing, which increases the risk of a crash.
The repair is free. Dealers will reprogram the vehicle to correct the brake lighting. Owners will be notified by mail, or you can contact MINI customer service at 1-866-825-1525. You can also check your VIN for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Mini Cooper | 2017 |
|---|---|
| Mini Cooper Convertible | 2016 |
| Mini Cooper S | 20162017 |