Local news said there is a recall concerning the 2010 MINI.

 

What did the local news say the recall was for????
Ronnie948

 

That is what I'm trying to find out...sounded like it was tire related.

 

Vehicle Make / Model: Model Year(s): MINI / COOPER 2010
MINI / COOPER S 2010
Manufacturer: BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLCMfr's Report Date: DEC 04, 2009NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 09V474000 N/A
NHTSA Action Number: N/A Component: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELSPotential Number of Units Affected: 205
Summary:
BMW IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010 MINI COOPER AND COOPER S VEHICLES FOR FAILING COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110, ¿TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS.¿ THE AFFECTED VEHICLES WERE EQUIPPED WITH 17 INCH WHEELS, BUT THEIR LABEL STATES THAT THEY WERE EQUIPPED WITH 16 INCH WHEELS. ALSO THE TIRE PRESSURE STATED ON THE LABEL FOR THE COOPER S IS INCORRECT.
Consequence:
ERRONEOUS TIRE INFORMATION COULD LEAD TO IMPROPER TIRE FITMENT AND INFLATION WHICH COULD AFFECT THE DURABILITY OF THE TIRE AND THE STABILITY OF THE VEHICLE, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.Remedy:
DEALERS WILL MAIL TO CONSUMERS THE CORRECTED LABEL OR THE CUSTOMER WILL HAVE THE OPTION FOR DEALERS TO INSTALL THE LABEL FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING DECEMBER 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BMW AT 1-800-831-1117.

http://www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/recalls...rue&refurl=rss

 

I guess that covers it.
Ronnie948

 

Thanks.

 

Well the 2010 Mini has had no recalls so I guess if your going to have a recall than having a recall for a sticker is the way to go.

 

LOL. Helluva recall.

 

Yeah and only 205 affected. Must have been a slow news day or another case of scare tactics.

 

I know, what a dumb recall lol

 

Huh??? I am not sure what should I check it for our 2010 MINI S with black 17" wheels.

Added: Oh.. the LABEL. I got it.

 

My friend picked up her 2010 Clubman S a little over a month ago. The car came with 17" Dunlop runflats. Her door jamb sticker says to fill it up to 38 PSI. Is that the correct PSI?

 

My 2009 JCW with Dunlop runflats use 38psi. Your doorjam sticker is correct.
Ronnie948

 

Ronnie

Thank you for your help. We were afraid about over inflating her tires.

 

And this is why we have MINI's. Because MINI doesn't wait until someone dies and the government forces them to issue a recall. *Cough* Ford! *Cough* Yay, MINI!!!!

 

Good use of prime time news slots.

 

I'm having the air taken out of my tires so I can check it to be sure that it is properly pressurized.

Is it safe to reuse air that has already been pressurized once?

 

If you just let the air out from the valve then the recimation process gets very expensive and thus really cost prohibitive.

BUT if you have and use the correct equipment then Yes it can be reused.

 

I would not use the old air. New air will not cost any more then the old air. At least you will know that you have the "NEW IMPROVED AIR" and not old worn out air.
Ronnie948

 

I was going to ask if there was a difference between front air and rear air but I've already shown myself to be a bit of an idiot so instead I'll just wish everyone a happy and prosperous new year.

May all of our recalls involve stickers.

 

Thank heavens this was corrected before my car was delivered! I might not have realized what size wheels I had!

 

I got the right tires (properly inflated) on my new MCS, but there were no wheels. I noticed the strange noise and peculiar steering right away... Dealer made it right, no questions asked.