Side impact crash worthiness/fmvss 214
Defect Summary
Bmw of north america, llc (bmw) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 mini cooper and mini cooper s hardtop 2 door vehicles and 2015 mini john cooper works hardtop 2 door vehicles. the affected vehicles do not meet the side impact performance requirements for the rear seat passengers. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 214, "side impact protection."
Safety Consequence
If the side impact performance requirements are not met, rear seat passengers may be at a higher risk of injury during a crash.
Corrective Action
Mini will notify owners, and dealers will install additional energy absorption material between the rear interior side panels and the exterior vehicle body, free of charge. the recall began on september 4, 2015. owners may contact mini customer service at 1-866-825-1525. note: this recall supersedes 14v-815.
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FAQ: Recall 15V450000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 15V450000?
NHTSA recall 15V450000 was issued by Bmw Of North America, Llc on July 17, 2015. It addresses: Side impact crash worthiness/fmvss 214. The recall affects approximately 30,456 vehicles, with the defect involving the Structure component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Bmw Of North America, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 15V450000 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.