BMW of North America issued a recall December 4, 2009 on certain models of Mini Coopers for failing to comply with the requirements of the federal safety standard that outlines tire and rim standards. The affected Mini Coopers were equipped with 17″ wheels, but were mislabeled as having 16″ wheels. The label also gave the incorrect tire pressure requirement. This could lead to improper tire fitment and inflation, which could cause instability of the vehicle and the danger of a crash. This recall involves approximately 200 vehicles.
Models Recalled: Mini Cooper 2010 and Mini Cooper S 2010
Remedy: Go to your dealer and receive a new label or contact BMW at 1-800-831-1117.
Recall Number: 09V474000
Additional Contact Information: You may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s vehicle safety hotline, 1-888-327-4236 (TYY 1-800-424-9153) or visit www.safercar.gov.
This information is provided as a service of TSR Injury Law, a personal injury law firm serving Minneapolis, St. Paul, Bloomington, and the state of Minnesota. Call 612-362-0000 for help with your car accident injury case.
