NHTSA Campaign Id 14V721000; Date: Nov. 10, 2014
If the seatback adjustment mechanism is not fully engaged, the seatback may fold during a rear impact collision, increasing the risk of injury to the seat occupant.
Recalled Vehicles:2015 Mini Cooper
Component: Seats
Manufactured by: Bmw Of North America, Llc
Affected Units:: 846
Recall Summary:BMW of north America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2015 Mini cooper hardtop 2 door vehicles manufactured August 12, 2014, to September 2, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the driver and front passenger seatback adjustment mechanism may not be fully engaged.
How to Fix:Mini will notify owners, and dealers will re-align and re-tighten the seatback adjustment mechanisms, free of charge. The recall began December 29, 2014. Owners can contact Mini customer service at 1-866-825-1525.
Recall 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.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Dec 29, 2014
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