2003 MINI Cooper Recalls

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2003 MINI Cooper. A recall applies only to vehicles built within the affected range, so check your own VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for recalls are free at a franchised dealer.

• 15V660000Oct 15, 201586,018 vehicles potentially affected
  Steering › Electric power assist system
  Covers: MINI Cooper 2002–2005, Cooper S 2002–2005

  Reported issue: 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.

  Possible consequence: 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…

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• 03V086000Mar 10, 20035,110 vehicles potentially affected
  Suspension › Rear › Shock absorber
  Covers: MINI Cooper 2003, Cooper S 2003

  Reported issue: On certain vehicles, the lower screw connection of the rear struts to the chassis may fail. The head (top) of the screw securing this connection may break. The remaining portion of the screw will still hold the strut in place.

  Possible consequence: If left unattended over a period of time, and depending on driving conditions, the remaining portion of the screw may break. If it broke, the chassis would lean directly on the tire diminishing the driver's ability to control the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Remedy: Dealers will replace the lower screw connection of the rear struts. Owner notification began april 7, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact bmw at 1-800-831-1117.

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NHTSA investigations

• EA11005Loss of power steering assistClosed · May 4, 2011
• EA07011Engine compartment fireClosed · Aug 14, 2007
• PE07022Engine compartment fireClosed · Apr 19, 2007
• PE05053Air bag warning lamp illuminationClosed · Sep 27, 2005
• DP05006Air bag warning lamp illuminationClosed · Sep 19, 2005

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