NHTSA recall 14V-721 (14V721000)

seats recall reported November 10, 2014 - about 846 vehicles affected.

NHTSA campaign number: 14V721000
Also written as: 14V-721
Reported: November 10, 2014
Vehicles affected: ~846
Component: seats

What is being recalled

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.

Why it is dangerous

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.

The fix (free at any franchised dealer)

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 repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 14V-721 when calling a dealer.

Affected 1 model

Mini Cooper - 2015

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