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2009 MINI Cooper Convertible recall: tires

BMW Of North America, LLC reported this safety recall on April 30, 2009. It covers about 12 vehicles.

vehicles affected
12
reported
Apr 30, 2009
owners notified
Apr 30, 2009
related complaints
1

Tires

What is wrong
Bmw is recalling 12 my 2009 mini cooper convertible vehicles. These vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 110, "tire selection and rims." the affected vehicles were delivered with 15-inch wheels instead of 16-inch wheels as intended, and the tire label indicates 16 inch wheels.
Risk
The wheels on the vehicle do not conform to the tire label as required.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the 15 inch wheels with 16-inch wheels free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during may 2009. Owners may contact bmw at 1‑866‑646‑4772.

Recall number 09V143000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 1 complaints about tires problems.

2009 MINI Cooper Convertible

Questions about recall 09V143000

Is there a recall on the 2009 MINI Cooper Convertible tires?

Yes. Recall 09V143000, reported on April 30, 2009, covers about 12 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 09V143000?

Dealers will replace the 15 inch wheels with 16-inch wheels free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during may 2009. Owners may contact bmw at 1‑866‑646‑4772.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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