Passenger car - Mini
Injuries Motor vehicles Serious risk
| Alert Number | 0679/08 |
| Brand | BMW |
| Category | Motor vehicles |
| Risk Type | Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Germany |
| Country of Origin | Germany |
| Model Number | EC type approval: e1*2001/116*0231 |
| Published | 27 June 2008 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of injuries because insufficient fastening of the inner control-arm swivels and a too low torque can lead to loosening of swivel-heads and consequently to failure of front wheel steerage.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary corrective action taken by the manufacturer. Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Mini Cabrio, Mini Cooper Cabrio and Mini Cooper S Cabrio manufactured in Germany between 10.4.2008 and 18.4.2008