2020 MINI Jcw, Cooper, Cooper S recall: Structure
Recall at a glance
- Campaign number
- 19V634000
- Reported
- August 28, 2019
- Manufacturer
- BMW of North America, LLC
- Part
- Structure
- Vehicles affected
- About 683
What is wrong
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."
Safety risk
Without a crash pad, rear seat passengers would have an increased risk of injury in the event of a side impact crash.
The fix
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.
Affected models
Model years listed by NHTSA for this campaign. Only vehicles within the build range in the notice are affected.
Notes from the notice
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Frequently asked questions
Which vehicles are affected by this recall?
MINI Cooper (2020); MINI Cooper S (2020); MINI Jcw (2020). Check your VIN to confirm.
What is the safety risk?
Without a crash pad, rear seat passengers would have an increased risk of injury in the event of a side impact crash.
What is the fix?
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.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.