MINI COOPER (2020) recall — Structure
BMW is recalling 2020 MINI Cooper models without rear crash pads that could increase injury risk in side crashes. Owners will get free crash pad installations.
Use caution until it’s fixed
Without a crash pad, rear seat passengers would have an increased risk of injury in the event of a side impact crash.
Contact the company & request your remedy
What happened, in plain English
BMW is recalling certain 2020 MINI Cooper models that may lack a rear crash pad. This could increase injury risk for rear passengers during side impacts. Owners will receive free crash pad installations from dealers. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/79898-2020-mini-cooper-side-impact-crash-pad-recall.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/79898-2020-mini-cooper-side-impact-crash-pad-recall · Updated October 5, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #19V634000
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“2020 MINI Cooper: Side Impact Crash Pad Recall.” GovInfoNow, updated October 5, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/79898-2020-mini-cooper-side-impact-crash-pad-recall. Based on NHTSA recall #19V634000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=19V634000).
Why it’s dangerous
Without a crash pad, rear seats don't provide adequate protection during side collisions. This could lead to more severe injuries for passengers sitting in the back.
Who’s affected
Owners of 2020 MINI Cooper, Cooper S, and JCW hardtop 2-door models. Rear passengers are most at risk during side impacts.
How to tell if you have this one
Check if your 2020 MINI Cooper, Cooper S, or JCW hardtop 2-door model was sold between October 2019 and present. The recall covers vehicles that may have been assembled without a crash pad.
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What to do — step by step
Contact MINI Customer Service
Call 1-866-825-1525 to confirm your vehicle is affected and schedule crash pad installation.
Get Free Crash Pad Installation
MINI dealers will install the crash pad at no cost to you once they verify your vehicle is affected.
What NHTSA says to do
MINI will notify owners, and MINI dealers will install crash pads, free of charge. The recall began October 11, 2019. Owners may contact MINI customer service at 1-866-825-1525.
Questions people ask
Do I need to stop using my MINI Cooper immediately?
No, you can keep using your vehicle. MINI will install the crash pad for free without affecting your safety.
How do I know if my MINI Cooper is affected?
Check if your 2020 MINI Cooper, Cooper S, or JCW hardtop 2-door model was sold between October 2019 and present. The recall covers vehicles that may have been assembled without a crash pad.
Is this recall related to a specific model year?
Yes, this recall applies only to 2020 MINI Cooper models.
Contact MINI
We’ve drafted a message you can send MINI to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 19V634000 — MINI MINI Hello, I own a MINI that is covered by recall 19V634000 from MINI. The official recall notice states: MINI will notify owners, and MINI dealers will install crash pads, free of charge. The recall began October 11, 2019. Owners may contact MINI customer service at 1-866-825-1525. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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Where this comes from
The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
- Official source: NHTSA Recall #19V634000 (August 28, 2019)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 5, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the NHTSA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
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