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💥 Crash riskNHTSA 03V086📅 Mar 18, 2003

2003 MINI Cooper & 2003 MINI Cooper S recall: suspension

⚠️ What's wrong

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.

💥 The risk

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.

🔧 The fix

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.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
03V086000
Manufacturer
BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE
Vehicles affected
5,110
Component
SUSPENSION:REAR:SHOCK ABSORBER
Owner phone
1-800-831-1117
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Apr 4, 2003
Built
Sep 25, 2002 – Nov 14, 2002
Recall started by
MFR
Notes
Customers CAN also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 03V086 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 03V086?

2003 MINI Cooper & 2003 MINI Cooper S. 5,110 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized MINI dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-800-831-1117.