Recall 15V887000: 2016 BMW X1, 2016 MINI Cooper Convertible

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

Report date
Dec 30, 2015
Vehicles affected
2
Models
2
Initiated by
Manufacturer

The problem

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling one model year 2016 MINI Cooper Hardtop 2 Door vehicle manufactured November 24, 2015, and one BMW X1 Sports Activity Vehicle (SAV) manufactured October, 19 2015. The steering gearbox may have been manufactured with incorrect parts.

The risk

A gearbox malfunction may cause a loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of a crash.

The fix

BMW will replace the steering gearbox, free of charge. Affected vehicles are located in dealer inventory and will be remedied before customer retail. The recall began on December 28, 2015. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Notes

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.

Affected vehicles

Details

NHTSA campaign
15V887000
Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
Owner letters
Dec 28, 2015
Components
Steering:gear box (other than rack and pinion) (Steering)

Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology