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Recall 03V-086

BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE recalled the 2003 MINI Cooper and 1 other model: Suspension (rear, shock absorber).

At a glance

Campaign number
03V-086
Reported
March 10, 2003
Vehicles affected
5,110 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

What is 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-[removed].

Notes from the manufacturer

Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-[removed]).

Affected vehicles