Mini Cooper S Convertible, Cooper Convertible +2 more: Air bags — frontal

Affects Mini Cooper S Convertible, Cooper Convertible, Cooper, Cooper S · 2005–2008 — about 92K vehicles.

The hazard

An improperly functioning mat may cause the passenger frontal air bag to be inactive when the seat is occupied, and in the event of a crash, the air bag will not deploy, increasing the passenger's risk of injury.

What to do

MINI will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger seat occupant detection mat, free of charge. The recall began on October 12, 2015. Owners may contact MINI customer service at 1-866-825-1525.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational