2002-2005 MINI Cooper and MINI Cooper S recall: electric power assist system

BMW Of North America, LLC reported this safety recall on October 15, 2015. It covers about 86,018 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 86,018
reported: Oct 15, 2015
owners notified: Mar 4, 2016
related complaints: 1,342

Steering: electric power assist system

What is wrong: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2002-2005 MINI Cooper and Cooper S vehicles and 2005 Cooper and Cooper S Convertible vehicles. The affected vehicles may experience temporary or permanent loss of the electro-hydraulic steering assistance.
Risk: If the vehicle experiences a loss of power steering assist, extra steering effort will be required at lower speeds, potentially increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy: MINI will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the electro-hydraulic power steering system, replacing the components and wiring, as necessary, free of charge. Interim notices were mailed to owners on December 10, 2015. Owners will receive a second notice when remedy parts become available. Owners may contact MINI customer service at 1‑866‑825‑1525.

Recall number 15V660000

Affected vehicles

MINI Cooper 2002-2005 2002 2003 2004 2005
MINI Cooper S 2002-2005 2002 2003 2004 2005

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 1,342 complaints about steering problems.

2002 MINI Cooper 2003 MINI Cooper 2004 MINI Cooper 2005 MINI Cooper 2002 MINI Cooper S 2003 MINI Cooper S 2004 MINI Cooper S 2005 MINI Cooper S

Questions about recall 15V660000

Is there a recall on the 2002-2005 MINI Cooper and MINI Cooper S electric power assist system?

Yes. Recall 15V660000, reported on October 15, 2015, covers about 86,018 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 15V660000?

MINI will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the electro-hydraulic power steering system, replacing the components and wiring, as necessary, free of charge. Interim notices were mailed to owners on December 10, 2015. Owners will receive a second notice when remedy parts become available. Owners may contact MINI customer service at 1‑866‑825‑1525.

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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