Safety Recall NHTSA · 09V474000 Reported December 15, 2009

Tire label/fmvss 110

Bmw Of North America, Llc · Equipment · 205 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
09V474000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Equipment
Vehicles Affected
205
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
December 15, 2009

Defect 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.

Safety 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.

Corrective Action

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 began on march 4, 2010. owners may contact bmw at 1-800-831-1117.

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 09V474000 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 09V474000

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

What is recall 09V474000?

NHTSA recall 09V474000 was issued by Bmw Of North America, Llc on December 15, 2009. It addresses: Tire label/fmvss 110. The recall affects approximately 205 vehicles, with the defect involving the Equipment component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Bmw Of North America, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 09V474000 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.