Safety Recall NHTSA · 08V507000 Reported October 2, 2008

Front brake discs

Bmw Of North America, Llc · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · 560 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
08V507000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Manufacturer
Bmw Of North America, Llc
Component
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Vehicles Affected
560
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
October 2, 2008

Defect Summary

Bmw is recalling 560 my 2009 jcw (john cooper works) and jcw clubman vehicles equipped with 16 inch diameter front brake discs rather than 17 inch discs. under conditions of intense brake usage, braking performance would be reduced.

Safety Consequence

Depending on traffic and road conditions, as well as a driver's reactions, reduced brake performance could increase the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect the front brake discs and pads and, if necessary, replace them. the recall began on october 16, 2008. owners may contact bmw/mini at 1-866-275-6464 or by e-mail at mini.assistance@askminiusa.com..

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Bmw Of North America, Llc dealer and reference recall ID 08V507000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 08V507000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 08V507000?

NHTSA recall 08V507000 was issued by Bmw Of North America, Llc on October 2, 2008. It addresses: Front brake discs. The recall affects approximately 560 vehicles, with the defect involving the Service Brakes, Hydraulic component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Bmw Of North America, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 08V507000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.