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Vehicles Affected: Approximately 8,000 model-year 2016-17 Mini Clubman hatchbacks manufactured between Aug. 19, 2015, and July 14, 2016
The Problem: The side curtain air bags for front-seat occupants may not deploy in the intended positions in a crash, increasing the risk of an injury.
The Fix: Dealers will modify the driver- and passenger-side curtain air bag covers for free.
What Owners Should Do: Mini manufacturer BMW will begin notifying owners on Sept. 12. Owners can call the automaker at 800-525-7417 or the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s vehicle-safety hotline at 888-327-4236, or go to www.safercar.gov for more info.
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