Mini Jcw recalled over injury risk

Recall date

August 28, 2019

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

BMW of North America, LLC recalls 2020 Mini Jcw, Cooper, Cooper S

Recall number

19V634000

Brand / firm

Mini

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 683 units

Why it was recalled

Without a crash pad, rear seat passengers would have an increased risk of injury in the event of a side impact crash.

What was recalled

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020 MINI Hardtop 2-Door Cooper, Cooper S, and JCW vehicles. The rear side trim panels may have been assembled without a crash pad. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 214, "Side Impact Protection."

What to do

MINI will notify owners, and MINI dealers will install crash pads, free of charge. The recall began October 11, 2019. Owners may contact MINI customer service at 1-866-825-1525.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.