MINI COOPER 2003: STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 15V660000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| MINI | COOPER | 2003 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2016-03-04 | 2015-10-15 | 2015-10-15 |
Production Dates: 2001-09-19 - 2005-02-09
Manufacturers Involved: BMW of North America, LLC
Component: STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 86018
Report Initiator: ODI ODI Report
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.
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.
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.
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.
