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2010 MINI Cooper and MINI Cooper S recall: labels

BMW Of North America, LLC reported this safety recall on December 15, 2009. It covers about 205 vehicles.

vehicles affected
205
reported
Dec 15, 2009
owners notified
Mar 4, 2010

Equipment: other: labels

What is wrong
Bmw is recalling certain model year 2010 mini cooper and cooper s vehicles for failing comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 110, "tire selection and rims." the affected vehicles were equipped with 17 inch wheels, but their label states that they were equipped with 16 inch wheels. Also the tire pressure stated on the label for the cooper s is incorrect.
Risk
Erroneous tire information could lead to improper tire fitment and inflation which could affect the durability of the tire and the stability of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will mail to consumers the corrected label or the customer will have the option for dealers to install the label free of charge. The recall began on march 4, 2010. Owners may contact bmw at 1‑800‑831‑1117.

Recall number 09V474000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 09V474000

Is there a recall on the 2010 MINI Cooper and MINI Cooper S labels?

Yes. Recall 09V474000, reported on December 15, 2009, covers about 205 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 09V474000?

Dealers will mail to consumers the corrected label or the customer will have the option for dealers to install the label free of charge. The recall began on march 4, 2010. Owners may contact bmw at 1‑800‑831‑1117.

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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