MINI TURBOCORD PORTABLE CHARGE 9999: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

Make : MINI Model : TURBOCORD PORTABLE CHARGE Year : NO YEAR
Build Dates : 2018-05-03 - 2018-08-08
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 18E092000
Date Owner's Notified: 0000-00-00 Date Received by ODI: 2018-09-20 Date Added to Database: 2018-09-26
Manufacturers Involved: BMW of North America, LLC
Manufacturer's Responsible for the Recall:
Manufacturer Campaign Number:
Component: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Potential Number Of Units Affected : 622
Summary:
      BMW of North America, LLC "BMW" is recalling certain BMW TurboCord Portable Chargers, part number 61442448670, and MINI TurboCord Portable Chargers, part number 61440003082. Capacitors within these charging systems may fail, possibly resulting in a shock hazard or a fire.
Consequence:
      An electrical shock or a fire can increase the risk of injury or death.
Remedy:
      BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the charging cable, and replace it if necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin November 12, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 and MINI customer service at 1-866-825-1525.
Report Initiator: MFR E Report
Regulation Part Number: Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number:
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.