Mini Clubman recalled over injury risk

Recall date

September 17, 2017

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

BMW of North America, LLC recalls 2016–2018 Mini Clubman, Countryman, Class1, 11451 Hitch

Recall number

17E051000

Brand / firm

Mini, Curt

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 166 units

Why it was recalled

If the trailer hitch sags or separates from the vehicle, there would be an increased risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Curt Manufacturing LLC (Curt) is recalling certain Class 1 trailer hitches, part number 11451, sold for installation on 2016-2018 Mini Cooper Clubman and Countryman vehicles. The vehicles may have inadequate structure points for the trailer hitch mounting, causing the hitch to sag under to certain loads and possibly separate from the vehicle.

What to do

Curt will notify owners, and dealers will provide a replacement hitch, free of charge. The recall began on October 20, 2017. Owners may contact Curt customer service at 1-800-798-0813.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.