NHTSA Recall 07V533000
NHTSA Campaign Id 07V533000; Date: Nov. 20, 2007
Incorrect tire pressure can cause premature wear and tire damage which could lead to unfavorable driving conditions increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2007 Mini Cooper Convertible; 2007 Mini Cooper S Convertible
Component: Equipment:other:labels
Manufactured by: Bmw Of North America, Llc
Affected Units:: 320
Recall Summary:
Certain convertible vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 110, 'tire selection and rims. ' the standard requires that the tire size and corresponding tire pressure be indicated on the label and the label does not correspond to the actual tires mounted on the vehicle.
How to Fix:
Owners will be provided with new tire information placards and installation instructions. At the customer's option, a dealer can install the label for them. The recall began on January 16, 2008. Owners may contact Mini at 1-866-275-6464.
Recall Notes:
Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jan 16, 2008
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