41 00 ...Quality standard

The overall requirements relating to a vehicle can only be implemented by including "all" components. This applies in particular to the body. With regard to an optimum crash result, it is necessary to maintain the structural measures.

The procedures described in the repair instructions must be complied with. Deviations are only permitted after arrangement with and approval by BMW. Should you have any questions, please contact the country-specific Hotline.

The use of non-approved repair steps or tools may have serious consequences for the structure of the vehicle (e.g. in the event of a crash). In the end, this can result in safety and product liability risks which cannot be calculated.

Corrosion protection measures during and after repair work are vital for ensuring the vehicle retains its value.

To meet the repair standards required of BMW/MINI Certified Collision Repair Centres, the use of only new original BMW/MINI parts is required during collision repairs. This extends to the use of only BMW approved tools, auxiliary materials, operating fluids, and adhesives/chemicals specified in the repair instructions. This requirement is in place to ensure the aforementioned optimum crash results and incalculable product liability & safety risks.

For repairs that are settled by a warranty or goodwill, only original BMW/MINI parts may be used.

For more information, please see the "spare parts standards" document.