Investigation DP05006: 2002–2003 MINI Cooper

Status

CLOSED

Opened

Sep 19, 2005

Closed

Oct 6, 2005

Model years

2002–2003

Subject

Air bag warning lamp illumination

Component: Air bags

Summary

Odi has granted the petition and has opened a preliminary evaluation (pe05-053) on illumination of air bag warning lamp on model year 2002 and 2003 mini cooper vehicles.

An NHTSA investigation looks into whether a safety defect exists. Opening one is not a finding. Outcomes can include a recall, closure without action, or further inquiry.

Model years covered

• 2003 MINI Cooper320 complaints
• 2002 MINI Cooper187 complaints