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2014 MINI Cooper recall: temporary/emergency spare tire

BMW Of North America, LLC reported this safety recall on October 3, 2014. It covers about 5,805 vehicles.

vehicles affected
5,805
reported
Oct 3, 2014
owners notified
Nov 20, 2014

Tires: temporary/emergency spare tire

What is wrong
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2014 MINI Cooper Hardtop 2-door vehicles manufactured January 7, 2014, to July 21, 2014. The spare wheel may have been attached under the car with a nut that is not self-locking.
Risk
Vibrations from driving may cause the nut to loosen, allowing the wheel to separate from the car. If the spare wheel separates from the vehicle, it could become a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the spare wheel securing nut with a self-locking nut, free of charge. The recall began on November 20, 2014. Owners may contact MINI customer service at 1‑866‑275‑6464.

Recall number 14V619000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 14V619000

Is there a recall on the 2014 MINI Cooper temporary/emergency spare tire?

Yes. Recall 14V619000, reported on October 3, 2014, covers about 5,805 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 14V619000?

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the spare wheel securing nut with a self-locking nut, free of charge. The recall began on November 20, 2014. Owners may contact MINI customer service at 1‑866‑275‑6464.

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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