Mini · United States · Mod
Mini John Cooper Works, Cooper S +1 more: Structure — body
Affects Mini John Cooper Works, Cooper S, Cooper · 2014–2015 — about 30K vehicles.
The hazard
If the side impact performance requirements are not met, rear seat passengers may be at a higher risk of injury during a crash.
What to do
MINI will notify owners, and dealers will install additional energy absorption material between the rear interior side panels and the exterior vehicle body, free of charge. The recall began on September 4, 2015. Owners may contact MINI customer service at 1-866-825-1525. Note: this recall supersedes 14V-815.
Critical — crash/injury risk now
High — injury risk; see remedy
Moderate — fix at next service
Low — minor / informational