NHTSA Recall 04V348000
NHTSA Campaign Id 04V348000; Date: Jul. 12, 2004
Due to the lack of an audible signal, the driver may not be aware of a flat tire, which could increase the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2004 Mini Cooper; 2004 Mini Cooper S
Component: Tires:pressure Monitoring And Regulating Systems
Manufactured by: Bayerische Motoren Werke
Affected Units:: 1,193
Recall Summary:
On certain passenger vehicles, the flat tire monitoring system has not been correctly programmed. In the event of a flat tire, an audible signal will not sound to alert the driver to a flat tire.
How to Fix:
Dealers will reprogram the vehicle's software in order to actuate the flat tire monitoring system's audible signal. The recall began October 13, 2004. Owners should contact Mini customer relations at 1-866-275-6464.
Recall 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).
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Oct 13, 2004
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