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Recall campaign08V657000

Recall 08V657000: 2007–2008 MINI Cooper S

Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system › Manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe
Report received
Dec 12, 2008
Manufacturer
Bmw of north america, llc
Potentially affected
28,450vehicles
Model years
2007–2008

Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

What NHTSA recorded

Bmw is recalling 28,450 my 2007-2008 mini cooper s vehicles. The centrally located tailpipe extension protrudes slightly beyond the rear bumper. It is possible for inadvertent contact to occur with a person's leg.

Possible consequence

If the tailpipe extension is hot during inadvertent contact, a burn could occur.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the tailpipe with a new shorter tailpipe free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during january 2009. Owners may contact bmw at 1-866-275-6464.

Affected model years

Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.

About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.