BMW of North America, LLC is recalling certain model year 2015 MINI Cooper Hardtop 2 Door vehicles
— Recall Campaign #14V721000
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2015 MINI Cooper Hardtop 2 Door vehicles manufactured August 12, 2014, to September 2, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the driver and front passenger seatback adjustment mechanism may not be fully engaged.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 846 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
14V721000
| Manufacturer: | BMW of North America, LLC |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | November 10, 2014 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 14V721000 |
| Units affected: | 846 |
- Description:
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2015 MINI Cooper Hardtop 2 Door vehicles manufactured August 12, 2014, to September 2, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the driver and front passenger seatback adjustment mechanism may not be fully engaged.
- Consequeces:
- If the seatback adjustment mechanism is not fully engaged, the seatback may fold during a rear impact collision, increasing the risk of injury to the seat occupant.
- Corrective action:
- MINI will notify owners, and dealers will re-align and re-tighten the seatback adjustment mechanisms, free of charge. The recall began December 29, 2014. Owners can contact MINI customer service at 1-866-825-1525.
- Notes:
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.