2010 MINI COOPER

2 recalls, 142 complaints - 175 TSBs

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Defect Description

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2008-2014 MINI Clubman Cooper, Clubman Cooper S, Clubman John Cooper Works, and 2007-2013 MINI Hardtop 2-Door Cooper, Cooper S, and John Cooper Works vehicles sold, or ever registered, in Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana,... Read more

Consequence

An electrical short-circuit can increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect the sunroof drains, interior footwell area, and FRM and, depending upon the results of the inspection, certain components will be replaced. Owner notification letters were mailed May 13, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-866-825-1525.

97,933 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: BMW of North America, LLC

EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

Defect Description

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 WI... Read more

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.

Remedy

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.

205 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC

Complaint Statistics

142 total complaints 3 crashes 8 fires 12 injuries

Top Reported Components

Component	Complaints
ENGINE	33
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM	18
AIR BAGS	15
UNKNOWN OR OTHER	9
POWER TRAIN	7
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING	6
EXTERIOR LIGHTING	5
SERVICE BRAKES	5
SEATS	4
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM	3

Incident date: Jan 26, 2026

The contact owns a 2020 Ford EcoSport. The contact stated while driving approximately 35 MPH, the low oil pressure warning light illuminated. The contact was able to drive the vehicle to the dealer where the vehicle was recently purchased. The dealer had not yet diagnosed the vehicle. The contact wa... Read more

Incident date: Jan 26, 2026

The contact owns a 2018 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that after the vehicle was idling at a traffic stop, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended while depressing the accelerator pedal. The check engine warning light illuminated. The contact pulled over to the side of the road and turned o... Read more

Incident date: Jan 26, 2026

I have been informed by my dealer's service unit that the rear subframe of my car (2015 Mercedes C class) is rusted with holes. My understanding is that this can affect the integrity of the structure and cause problems while driving. According to your website [XXX] ) , this should be covered under... Read more

Incident date: Jan 7, 2026

My 2023 Honda Odyssey Elite has recurring, intermittent safety-related malfunctions across multiple systems. The most serious issues are: (1) door lock/unlock and rear door opening failures preventing emergency egress (children trapped), (2) intermittent “no-start/no-response” where push-button ... Read more

Incident date: Jan 7, 2026

While idling and driving into a parking garage, a new metallic knocking noise was audible from the engine. When I pulled up to the parking garage, I lowered my window to have the code scanned to enter the garage. The noise was present at that time, nothing previous to my commute to work this day. ... Read more

Incident date: Dec 15, 2024

There are open recalls on the issues I have with my vehicle but it says my car isn’t one of them but it’s having the problems

Incident date: Mar 15, 2025

Random misfires in engine cylinders, excessive jerking

Incident date: Mar 15, 2025

Random misfires in engine cylinders, excessive jerking

Incident date: May 10, 2025

[XXX] Vehicle had multiple engine lights on I immediately called dealership Battery and injectors replaced. [XXX] check engine lights on again Vehicle had an intake lifter break and damage the camshaft and caused cylinder misfire. Vehicle was said to be repaired. [XXX] Vehicle had total loss of... Read more

Incident date: May 10, 2025

I am writing to formally file a complaint regarding ongoing and unresolved safety and reliability issues with my 2021 Jeep Wrangler 4xe, purchased from Heritage Jeep in Logan, Utah. Since acquiring the vehicle, I have experienced repeated and severe electrical failures, including: The vehicle fail... Read more

Incident date: May 10, 2025

Incident date: Mar 21, 2025

My vehicles wrench sign would turn on do a little jerk then I would lose power to my car. Showed malfunction to power train. Took it to mechanic said there was a Crack in the valve gasket and they fixed that and changed spark plugs. A month later car did the same thing. Has done it a total for 4 t... Read more

Incident date: Mar 21, 2025

Vehicle hood latch censor . Around feb 25 2025 my car was parked in parking lot when i shift to d it showes hood latch need service i towed the car to service center . They replaced the censor by saying its a old bad censor . Now again my car parked in garage march 17 the same hood latch censor er... Read more

Incident date: Mar 21, 2025

Incident date: Feb 25, 2024

on [XXX], we received the Tucson back from dealer from a complete engine replacement due to recall. On [XXX], our college son was returning to school from visiting a friend. He said he thought the car sounded a little different. There were no engine light warnings, so he didn't think much of it. ... Read more

Fire

Incident date: Jan 3, 2025

ABS module/hcu failure Jan 13, 2025. No indication of problem prior to failure. When failure occurred, vehicle was traveling around curve in road at 50 mph when all warning lights on dash lit, loss of power steering, engine shutdown, loss of power brakes. Vehicle had to be towed home then to dealer ... Read more

Incident date: Oct 29, 2024

Screen has delamination causing it to have a "ghost touch" it will randomly change stations, change volume, try to make calls and click random buttons. It does all this without having been touched, this has occurred multiple times while driving causing a distraction that could eventually result in a... Read more

Incident date: Oct 29, 2024

On [XXX], My car began attempting to overheat. This caused me to stop, and park the car until it cooled down, multiple times. (Unsafe) All of my fluids have been filled and checked occasionally prior to this. After multiple roadside trips, I presented my car to AutoNation FORD which is located on P... Read more

Incident date: Jul 5, 2023

ABS / TRACTION CONTROL dash light error. Light code C0020-01. ABS CONTROL MODULE.

Incident date: Oct 2, 2024

The contact owns a 2024 BMW X5. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V104000(ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL, SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The local dealer was contacted and it was confirmed that the part was not availab... Read more

Incident date: Jun 7, 2024

The contact owns a 2012 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that after receiving a map update on the main control panel, the display screen immediately blacked out. The contact stated that when updating the ATI system map, the main control panel screen completely blacked out. The contact was unable to... Read more

Incident date: Jun 7, 2024

The contact owns a 2013 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving 55 MPH, the vehicle unexpectedly downshifted to first gear, and the transmission and check engine warning lights illuminated. The contact coasted the vehicle to an independent mechanic where the mechanic retrieved a DTC code for an... Read more

Incident date: May 12, 2023

Upon shifting the gear to put the vehicle in park, the shifter automatically put itself in neutral and the parking brake enabled. A warning came on the dash, saying SHIFT SYS FAULT Service Required. A wrench light was illuminated as well. The bushing securing the shifting cable was gone, as if it cr... Read more

Incident date: Apr 24, 2024

GDI fuel injectors are faulty and causing engine misfires in multiple cylinders.

Incident date: Jul 21, 2022

Sticky steering on highways. On curves on highways, steering wheel hesitates/ clicks upon return to straight position

Incident date: Jul 21, 2022

The check engine light went on and the diagnostic code read was P26A3, Engine Coolant Bypass Valve is failing in my 2019 Forester, which only has 46,000 miles on it. Subaru was aware that this part was defective in the 2019-2021 models, because in Feb of 2022 the part was replaced and a service bull... Read more

Incident date: Jul 21, 2022

When driving at high speeds on straight roads, the steering wheel “catches” or feels sticky when it hits the middle and makes it hard to keep the car straight and requires extra effort to turn it further. This can be quite dangerous.

Incident date: Mar 8, 2024

I want to report what I think is a very dangerous issue with my Tesla Model Y. We have experienced numerous times that the car brakes without warning. I have talked to Tesla about this "phantom braking", and they say it is "normal". The Traffic-Aware Cruise Control cannot be disabled to create a... Read more

Incident date: Mar 8, 2024

Incident date: Mar 17, 2023

After driving on the interstate highway for a couple hours from Phoenix, Arizona I noticed that the left turn signal started malfunctioning, and the right signal flashed instead. After several hours of driving, noticed that sometimes the right signal only flashed 3 or 4 times when turning on the ri... Read more

Incident date: Mar 17, 2023

The rear crossmember subframe on my vehicle is completely rusted out which caused serious suspension issue and cause the control arm to be in contact with the fuel tank. It didnt go through the tank because i found the issue on time and stopped driving the vehicle but it caused damage to the tank. I... Read more

Incident date: May 11, 2023

The forward collision warning activated out of the blue and the automatic emergency braking was applied for no reason. Was driving to go pick up daughter from school on March 11, 2024 at approximately 11:50 AM. Driving on neighborhood road with speed limit of 40 mph. Driving at 40 mph with no o... Read more

Incident date: May 8, 2023

All of my fuse are lose, also the dealership installed a new high pressure fuel pump under recall and now it’s whining and now my pcm is over charging my batteries!!!

Fire

Incident date: Jul 1, 2023

The Instrument Panel Cluster failed and is completely gone black. Due to the failure, there is no speedometer, or other safety notifications being delivered to the driver. The lack of knowing your current speed, the speed cruise control is set at, along with zero safety notifications is a huge safet... Read more

Incident date: Dec 7, 2023

The blind spot detection sensors have failed and the rest of the detection systems using the bad sensors are also non functional. An alert is shown in the info center every time the car starts. I have read that the issue is due to poor positioning of the sensors allowing for tire spray to directly ... Read more

Incident date: Nov 28, 2023

The panoramic glass roof is slowly failing. The glass began to develop a small stress crack (with no sign or notice of impact as cause) which, over the months, has grown to a complete circle, about 12 inches in lengths. Additional stress cracks will easily compromise the glass and cause an immediat... Read more

Incident date: Nov 13, 2023

When I turn off the LTA switch, it stays on..in other words the steering is affected, and warning beeps sound when I cross into another lane. This is both irritating and dangerous. I brought it in to Orland Toyota for service. The service advisor related that the Technician who worked on it said th... Read more

Incident date: Aug 10, 2023

Transmission lurches when stopped. Jerks hard enough to move forward. When accelerating, car slips and vibrates. Loses power posing a saftey hazard that is unsafe to drive car. Dealership confirmed its the Transmission dry plates on the DSG automatic transmission. Several times when I been at a red ... Read more

Incident date: Mar 13, 2023

This is not a safety issue but a design issue. I am not sure who else could address this issue for a recall and make the company responsible for this design problem. I purchased a new Tesla Model 3 in August 2023 from Tesla. Since I bought this car, I have noticed that the edges of the windows have ... Read more

Incident date: Aug 4, 2023

The contact owns a 2016 Kia Soul. The contact stated while starting the vehicle, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who stated that the catalytic converter needed to be replaced. The dealer diagnosed the vehicle and stated that the catalytic ... Read more

Incident date: Aug 4, 2023

Out of no where and without warning, the steering wheel pulls in opposite direction and stability control light turns green and stays on the dashboard. Cannot move steering wheel. Simultaneously, the HD radio will get very staticy and abruptly shut off. After about a minute, the radio will come back... Read more

Incident date: Aug 4, 2023

The contact owns a 2017 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated while pulling out of the driveway and shifting into drive (D), the vehicle started lunging and jerking. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle responded as needed as she continued driving. The co... Read more

Incident date: Jun 26, 2023

The door check bracket on front driver door failed completely. The anchor point in the door broke off the door frame internally. All 6 tack welds failed. The door was stuck open with the check arm fully extended into the door. DeLong Ford of Dwight got me back on the road after removing the check ar... Read more

Incident date: Jul 1, 2023

The backseat middle seat sensor goes off despite nothing being in any of my backseats.

Incident date: Jul 1, 2023

Infotainment system has begun exhibiting phenomenon described as "ghost touch" where options are selected randomly by the system due to touchscreen failure. This happens while the vehicle is moving and creates a significant distraction to the driver, creating a safety hazard for driver, passengers, ... Read more

Incident date: Jul 1, 2023

Incident date: May 1, 2022

The airconditioning system has quit working. The item has not been inspected by a dealer or mechanic.

Incident date: May 1, 2022

paint coming off. peeling, flaking

Incident date: Dec 1, 2022

Passenger seat occupancy sensor has failed, rendering the airbag system permanently turned off until it is replaced. This is an issue that is so common that people are purchasing bypass units off of eBay to trick the computer into thinking the passenger is there. A quick google search will confir... Read more

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EPA Fuel Economy, 2010 MINI COOPER

Trim / Engine	City MPG	Highway MPG	Combined MPG	Fuel Type	Annual Fuel Cost
1.6L 4-cyl, Automatic (S6) (Front-Wheel Drive)	25.0	33.0	28.0	Premium	$2,750
1.6L 4-cyl, Manual 6-spd (Front-Wheel Drive)	28.0	37.0	32.0	Premium	$2,400

CO2 Emissions: -1.0 g/mile (Minicompact Cars)

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.

Technical Service Bulletins, 2010 MINI COOPER

175 manufacturer communications from 86 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

Component	Bulletins
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM	28
060000 ENGINE (PWS)	23
350000 EQUIPMENT	23
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING	9
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER	7
062000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM	5
130000 VISIBILITY	5
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL	5

160000 STRUCTURE

Cavity protection applied to underside of the hood is leaking out onto the wheel arch trim and grille.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

MINI electrical systems have continued to develop over the past few years. As a result, the demand on the batteries has increased. Breakdowns due to an empty battery or problems in the vehicles electrical system can have various causes, m

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

New RDC wheel electronics will be introduced with future generation MINI models. The new wheel electronics are identified as Huf Generation 5. These new wheel electronics will need to be programmed using the new tool when replaced or when d

200000 WHEELS

350000 EQUIPMENT

220000 SEATS

OC3 SEAT OCCUPANCY MAT - LIMITED WARRANTY EXTENSION TO 10 YEARS/120,000 MILES: Component-Specific Limited Warranty Extension For the above-referenced vehicles, MINI USA, a division of BMW of North America, LLC (MINI USA) is extending the li

070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

CLASS ACTION SETTLEMENT: N14 HIGH-PRESSURE FUEL PUMP (HDP) SERVICE BENEFIT CLASS VEHICLES: The MINI vehicle may experience a sudden engine operational failure reduced or loss of power while driving and the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) m

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

060000 ENGINE (PWS)

162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR

Service Action: Checking or Replacing the Door Sill Trim Strips. The door sill trim strips are deformed and/or peeling up at the corners. CAUSE: Insufficient surface preparation of the door sill.

350000 EQUIPMENT

Service Action: Checking or Replacing the Door Sill Trim Strips. The door sill trim strips are deformed and/or peeling up at the corners. CAUSE: Insufficient surface preparation of the door sill.

356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

Service Action: Checking or Replacing the Door Sill Trim Strips. The door sill trim strips are deformed and/or peeling up at the corners. CAUSE: Insufficient surface preparation of the door sill.

353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

Air Conditioning System Leak Testing. The customer complains of poor or no air conditioning cooling. After further diagnosis, the system is found to be low or empty of a refrigerant charge, but when using an electronic leak detector, no lea

357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER

350000 EQUIPMENT

OC3 SEAT OCCUPANCY MAT: LIMITED WARRANTY EXTENSION TO 10 YEARS/120.

100000 POWER TRAIN

"MANUAL TRANSMISSION - STIFF DIAGONAL GEARSHIFT LEVER MOVEMENT. The customer may complain of a ""stiff diagonal shift"" (e.g., N-R, R-N, 2-3/3-2 or 4-5/5-4). Also, in some cases, gears cannot be selected, or the selector gear does not go in

100000 POWER TRAIN

AISIN AUTOMATIC TRANSMISISON: RIGHT SIDE OUTPUT SHAFT SEAL REPLACEMENT

353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.

MINI Radio Boost CD Is Resetting Itself and Audio Malfunctions

357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER

Automatic Deactivation of Recirculation Mode. The customer states the recirculation display goes out, even though the recirculation button was switched on. CAUSE The automatic recirculation air deactivation feature was introduced in July 20

357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER

?OC3 SEAT OCCUPANCY MAT: LIMITED WARRANTY EXTENSION TO 10 YEARS/120,000 MILES. This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI 01 11 16 dated December 2016.

118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

?OC3 SEAT OCCUPANCY MAT: LIMITED WARRANTY EXTENSION TO 10 YEARS/120,000 MILES. This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI 01 11 16 dated December 2016.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

"Update MINI Water Pump Class Action Settlement: Herremans v. BMW of North America, LLC. MINI USA, a division of BMW of North America, LLC (""MINI USA"") has entered into a nationwide settlement with the plaintiffs in the above referenced c

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

"ENGINE MECHANICAL WATER (COOLANT) PUMP: LIMITED WARRANTY EXTENSION TO 7 YEARS/84,000 MILES. INFORMATION As part of a Class Action Suit Settlement for the vehicles listed above (""Class Vehicles""), MINI USA, a division of BMW of North Amer

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

"USB DEVICE IS NOT DETECTED BY CHAMP2 HEAD UNIT. Media connected to the USB connector is not recognized by the audio system. Playback of files from the media is not possible. Message displayed on the audio system display: ""Title cannot be

350000 EQUIPMENT

100000 POWER TRAIN

"ENGINE POWER REDUCTION WITH "CLUTCH DAMAGED"" FAULTS STORED This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI M12 06 15 dated July 2015. A drivetrain malfunction check control message is displayed, prompting the customer to contact the deale

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

FOOTWELL MODULE: LIMITED WARRANTY EXTENSION TO 8 YEARS/125,000 MILES. When performing ISTA/D diagnosis and/or a programming procedure (software update) on an affected vehicle, the Footwell Module could fail. There is a compatibility issue w

121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

Delay in Automatic Driving Light Switching on/off. When driving out of a tunnel or exiting underground parking, the automatic driving light remains switched on for two minutes. Shut-off period varies based on detected situation. This is nor

120000 LIGHTING (PWS)

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Bluetooth Connection Failures This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI M84 01 14 dated February 2016.. There are various connectivity failures with the following devices: Apple iPhones Samsung S6 and the S6 Edge. Connectivity failure

350000 EQUIPMENT

353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.

This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI M84 01 14 dated November 2014. SUBJECT Bluetooth Connection Failures. There are various connectivity failures with the following devices: z Apple iPhones z Samsung S6 and the S6 Edge. Connect

118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

New programming feature: Exclusion of Infotainment Control Units from Programming.

350000 EQUIPMENT

"MINI Motorer-Focused Satisfaction (MFS) Program. Based on Motorer feedback, MINI has determined that during the first three years of service, some vehicles may require specific additional service work to be performed. To address this issue

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

The Blower Motor is Faulty. The blower motor does not operate at any fan speed. The blower motor may work intermittently with the blower fan speed operating only on FULL speed. CAUSE The blower motor is faulty and causes the blower resistor

138800 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:FAN/MOTOR

350000 EQUIPMENT

This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI M64 02 15 dated August 2015. SUBJECT The Blower Motor is Faulty. The blower motor does not operate at any fan speed. The blower motor may work intermittently with the blower fan speed operatin

357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER

350000 EQUIPMENT

NAV Road Map Installation Using USB Stick. The Navigation road map can be installed onto the head unit in the vehicle using a USB stick connected to the USB connector in the center console in the vehicle. 32GB USB stick is necessary Desired

353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

MINI: DIFFERENT FAULTS ACTIVATES ENGINE MALFUNCTION AND OIL WARNING. *MA

060000 ENGINE (PWS)

MINI: DIFFERENT FAULTS ACTIVATES ENGINE MALFUNCTION AND OIL WARNING. *MA

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

MINI: BECAUSE OF THE DME SOFTWARE, AND A DAMAGED CLUTCH, THE DRIVETRAIN MALFUNCTION CHECK MESSAGE APPEAR. *MA

060000 ENGINE (PWS)

MINI: BECAUSE OF THE DME SOFTWARE, AND A DAMAGED CLUTCH, THE DRIVETRAIN MALFUNCTION CHECK MESSAGE APPEAR. *MA

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

MINI: FAULTY SOFTWARE FOR THE TANK VENTILATION CONTROL DISPLAYS ENGINE THROTTLE REACTION WHEN TEMPERATURE IS HIGH OUTSIDE, AND MORE OBVIOUS IF THE TANK IS ONLY PARTLY FILLED. *MA

060000 ENGINE (PWS)

MINI: FAULTY SOFTWARE FOR THE TANK VENTILATION CONTROL DISPLAYS ENGINE THROTTLE REACTION WHEN TEMPERATURE IS HIGH OUTSIDE, AND MORE OBVIOUS IF THE TANK IS ONLY PARTLY FILLED. *MA

130000 VISIBILITY

Service Action: Replace Both Sun Visors. When opening the sun visor mirror cover, the pivot pins bind. CAUSE The spring tension is too great and weak pivot pins can break.

356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

Service Action: Replace Both Sun Visors. When opening the sun visor mirror cover, the pivot pins bind. CAUSE The spring tension is too great and weak pivot pins can break.

060000 ENGINE (PWS)

MINI: SOME VEHICLES ARE EXPERIENCING SEVERAL ISSUES AS WHEN IDLING POWER IS LOSS, BEFORE ENGINE STARTS, EXTENDED CRANKING, CLUTCH PEDAL FAILS TO RETURN TO DISENGAGED POSITION, A HIGH PITCHED WHINE NOISE FROM LOWER AREA OF ENGINE. MODEL F5

060000 ENGINE (PWS)

MINI: A MECHANICAL FAILURE AND DME SOFTWARE ERROR OF THE VANOS ACTUATORS CAUSE THE ENGINE TO RUN ROUGH WHICH ACTIVATES THE MALFUNCTION WARNING LIGHT. *MA

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

MINI: DUE TO FAULTY DME SOFTWARE, THE SERVICE ENGINE LIGHTS COMES ON, INCLUDING THE CHECK CONTROL MESSAGE FOR MOTOR FORCE DECREASE. *MA

060000 ENGINE (PWS)

MINI: DUE TO FAULTY DME SOFTWARE, THE SERVICE ENGINE LIGHTS COMES ON, INCLUDING THE CHECK CONTROL MESSAGE FOR MOTOR FORCE DECREASE. *MA

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

MINI: FAULTY SOFTWARE CAUSES THE CHECK CONTROL AND ENGINE POWER REDUCED LIGHT TO APPEAR. *MA

060000 ENGINE (PWS)

MINI: FAULTY SOFTWARE CAUSES THE CHECK CONTROL AND ENGINE POWER REDUCED LIGHT TO APPEAR. *MA

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

"CHAMP2: Stored Radio Stations Deleted After Ignition Off. After ignition off, the stored radio stations (AM/FM and Satellite radio) are no longer available in: ? Menu ""PRESETS"" ? Preset buttons on the head unit Hardware error in the CHAM

353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.

060000 ENGINE (PWS)

MINI: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS FOR TIMING CHAIN OF VARIOUS MINI. *PE

190000 TIRES

Valve Stem Replacement with Wheel Electronics. Tire pressure loss after replacement of the RDC/RDCi wheel electronics. Valve stems are not being replaced in conjunction of the RDC/RDCi wheel electronics replacement.

199000 TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS

200000 WHEELS

350000 EQUIPMENT

Diagnosing Stored Fault Codes to Help Avoid Repeat Repair Visits. Analysis of FASTA data and repeat repair visit reports indicates that there are many fault codes that are stored in the above vehicles, but they are not diagnosed to identify

356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

N18:MINI Fuel Additive. INFORMATION Because carbon deposit buildup is related to fuel quality, it is not considered a defect in the vehicle's materials or workmanship. Consequently, the use of MINI Fuel Additive as outlined in this bulletin

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

"Discharged Battery: Energy Diagnosis Must Be Performed. MINI electrical systems and advancements in vehicle technology have resulted in an increased demand on the vehicle battery. This SI will help the dealer handle ""discharged battery""

111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY

060000 ENGINE (PWS)

SI M11 01 12February 2015 EngineTechnical Service This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI M11 01 12 dated March 2014. designates changes to this revision SUBJECT N16 and N18 Engine: Engine Oil Leak. The customer states that a small

030000 BRAKES (PWS)

"SI M34 01 13January 2015 BrakesTechnical Service This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI 34 01 13 dated May 2014. designates changes to this revision SUBJECT Erroneous ""Service due"" Message Although Brake Lining Thickness is Abov

350000 EQUIPMENT

"SUBJECT iPhone and iOS 8.x Information. INFORMATION With the release of iOS 8.0, please be aware of the important functional change noted below: Scenario: z The customer leaves the vehicle and turns the phone off. z He or she turns the pho

353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

061120 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER

MINI: SOME VEHICLES HAVE TURBOCHARGER NOISE AND A LACK OR LOSS OF PERFORMANCE, DUE TO RESTRICTION OF TURBOCHARGER OIL SUPPLY, RESULTING IN OIL STARVATION AND SEIZING OF TURBOCHARGER ASSEMBLY. MODEL ALL. *PE

061320 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OTHER FUEL TYPES:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER

061200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL

Dual Mass Flywheel: Diagnosis and Inspection. INFORMATION The following three criteria must to be checked, evaluated and the resulting findings documented on the repair order prior to replacing a dual-mass flywheel as defective: 1. Total ro

100000 POWER TRAIN

021500 SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM

MINI: BETWEEN SPEEDS OF 5MPH AND 30MPH, ON ROUGH ROAD SURFACES AND HIGH TEMPERATURES, A NOISE, LIKE SQUEAKING, IS HEARD FROM FRONT AXLE, DUE TO FRONT AXLE CONTROL ARM HYDRAULIC BEARING. MODEL F55, F56. *PE

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

N16 Engine: Oil Leak from Cylinder Head Sealing Plug. An oil leak can develop at a sealing plug located in the cylinder head, just below the vacuum pump. The sealing plug was not tightened sufficiently during production.

350000 EQUIPMENT

060000 ENGINE (PWS)

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

iPhone: Connection Failures with iOS 7. There are various connectivity failures with the iPhone using iOS 7. Some examples are listed below: z Call disconnection z Contact List incomplete z General connection failures Apple software iOS 7 a

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM

060000 ENGINE (PWS)

N16 Engine: Oil Leak from Cylinder Head Sealing Plug. An oil leak can develop at a sealing plug located in the cylinder head, just below the vacuum pump. CAUSE The sealing plug was not tightened sufficiently during production.

357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER

MINI: SUCTION LINE (LOW SIDE) OF AIR CONDITIONER, VIBRATES, AND COMPRESSOR IS EXCESSIVELY LOUD AND RUNS ROUGH WHEN AIR CONDITIONER SYSTEM IS ON AND COMPRESSOR IS ACTIVE. MODEL 2009-2010 R55 (COOPER CLUBMAN, COOPER S CLUBMAN, R56 (COOPER, C

136000 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER

MINI: THERE IS A DISCONNECTION OR KINK, IN WNIDSHIELD WASHER HOSE, WHICH IS TOO SHORT, CAUSING WINDSHIELD FRONT WASHER JET TO FAIL. MODEL F56 (COOPER, COOPER S). *PE

357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER

?SI M64 01 10 Heating and Air Conditioning June 2014 Technical Service SUBJECT Howling/Rough Running Noise when the A/C Compressor is Engaged. The air conditioning compressor is excessively loud/running rough when the air conditioning syst

063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM

N16: Fault 274D Mixture Adaptation Is Stored in the DME. Certain low speed, light-load driving conditions at lower outside temperatures could cause the Service Engine Soon lamp (MIL) to illuminate. The following fault would be stored in the

030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

Erroneous "Service due" Message Although Brake Lining Thickness is Above Minimum Specification. The yellow "Service Due" warning message lights up in the instrument cluster, even though the brake pad thickness is more than 4.2mm (above the

118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER

350000 EQUIPMENT

N16 and N18 Engine Oil Leak. The customer states that a small engine oil leak can be seen from the underside of the engine. CAUSE The internal sealing of the oil pump volume control solenoid valve is compromised, allowing engine oil to leak

356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

060000 ENGINE (PWS)

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Window Regulators Squeak when Moving Up or Down. The front side windows can make a squeaking noise when operated.

130000 VISIBILITY

Window Regulators Squeak when Moving Up or Down. The front side windows can make a squeaking noise when operated.

350000 EQUIPMENT

Window Regulators Squeak when Moving Up or Down. The front side windows can make a squeaking noise when operated.

130000 VISIBILITY

Service Action: Replace Both Sun Visors. When opening the sun visor mirror cover, the pivot pins bind. CAUSE The spring tension is too great and weak pivot pins can break.

350000 EQUIPMENT

Service Action: Replace Both Sun Visors. When opening the sun visor mirror cover, the pivot pins bind. CAUSE The spring tension is too great and weak pivot pins can break.

060000 ENGINE (PWS)

MINI: ON CERTAIN MODEL VEHICLES, AN ENGINE OIL LEAK MAY OCCUR, DUE TO THE COMPROMISED OIL PUMP VOLUME CONTROL SOLENOID VALVE, FROM THE UNDERSIDE OF ENGINE. NO MODEL YEARS LISTED. *PE UPDATED 4/19/2013. *KB UPDATED 3/11/14.

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NHTSA Safety Investigations, MINI COOPER

Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.

AQ, Closed , Model Year: 2014

BMW Safety Act Violations

In a Consent Order executed on December 17, 2015, BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) admitted that it violated the Safety Act by: failing to conduct a timely recall for Recall No. 15V-450; failing to file certain quarterly recall reports in a timely manner; failing to timely notify vehicle owners of... Read more

AQ, Closed , Model Year: 2014

International Autos, Inc. / Mini Recall

The Safety Act requires, among other things, that a manufacturer notify its dealers of defects related to motor vehicle safety and non-compliances with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards and, in turn, that a dealer not sell and deliver a new vehicle subject to a recall unless the recall remedy h... Read more

EA, Closed , Model Year: 2002

Loss of power steering assist

The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) originally opened the investigation of loss of power steering assist in model year (MY) 2004 and 2005 Mini Cooper as Preliminary Evaluation PE10-038.The investigation was upgraded to Engineering Analysis EA11-005 in May, 2011.During EA11-005 the scope was ex... panded to include MY 2002 and 2003 vehicles that use the same steering system.The subject vehicles now include MY 2002, the first year BMW sold MINI in the U.S., through mid-MY 2005 covering approximately 109,000 vehicles.The subject vehicles use an electrically driven pump to provide hydraulic pressure to a conventional rack-and-pinion steering gear.A pump, the electric motor, and an electronic control unit (ECU) are housed in a single component BMW calls a Power Pack.The investigation focused on contaminant-induced failure of the ECU resulting in a loss of assist without warning.When assist is lost mechanical steering is retained however increased steering effort is required to keep the vehicle on an intended path.Some consumers reported that restarting the vehicle (cycling the ignition switch) would often reinstate the steering assist.Additionally, and by design, assist can also reinstate during the drive cycle in limited circumstances.The unexpected loss of assist, and/or possibly the reinstatement of assist while driving, may contribute to a loss of vehicle control in certain driving situations.During MY 2005 production BMW introduced a revised Power Pack design (the ECU incorporated a conformal coating of the circuit board) which resulted in a significant reduction in failures.ODI identified 20 reports describing crashes consistent with a loss of power assist event possibly caused by a failure of the Power Pack.Two reports alleged an injury however both were minor in nature and did not require emergency treatment (a subsequent doctor's visit occurred in one case).Ten of these reports described low speed crashes with minimal, or in most cases no property or vehicle damage (e.g., striking a movable barrier in a parking lot).Additionally 27 other reports alleged or indicated that a crash occurred due to a Power Pack failure however in reviewing these reports, ODI either 1) was unable to confirm that a crash actually occurred (8 reports), or 2) determined that the crash circumstances (e.g., adverse road/weather conditions) or cause (e.g., the crash was caused by steering linkage failure) were not attributable to a Power Pack failure (19 reports).Throughout the investigation BMW maintained that loss of assist in the subject vehicles did not constitute a safety related defect, noting that the subject vehicles are smaller, light weight vehicles that can be reasonably controlled when assist is lost.In May 2013 BMW launched a 13 year/150,000 mile extended warranty coverage utilizing the redesigned Power Pack as a replacement part.ODI continued its investigation.In July 2014 BMW provided ODI a status of the ongoing extended warranty program, and in May 2015 ODI requested an update of complaint data.Following a review of the provided data, ODI informed BMW of its assessment that loss of steering assist failures were not adequately resolved by an extended warranty program.On October 12, 2015 BMW notified NHTSA that it would conduct a safety recall (15V-660) on approximately 86,000 subject vehicles not previously remedied with the new design Power Pack through regular or extended warranty programs.The recall covers MY 2002-2005 MINI Cooper, MY 2002-2005 MINI Cooper S, and MY 2005 MINI Cooper/Cooper S convertibles manufactured through Feb 9, 2005.Vehicles produced after this date are not included siRead more

EA, Closed , Model Year: 2002

ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE

THE OFFICE OF DEFECTS INVESTIGATION (ODI) ANALYZED CONSUMER COMPLAINTS TO BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC (BMW)AND TO ODI THAT ALLEGED FAILURES OF THE ELECTROHYDRAULIC POWER STEERING (EHPS) USED IN MODEL YEAR 2002 THROUGH 2003 MINI COOPER VEHICLES.THE ANALYSIS DETERMINED THAT 43 OF THE 52 (83%) REPORTS WE... Read more

PE, Closed , Model Year: 2002

ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE

IN RESPONSE TO AN INFORMATION REQUEST (IR) LETTER SENT BY THE OFFICE OF DEFECTS INVESTIGATION (ODI), BMW STATED THAT THE CAUSE OF THE ALLEGED DEFECT IS AN INSUFFICIENT SEAL OF THE GROUND CABLE OF THE POWER STEERING PUMP AT ITS ATTACHMENT TO THE CHASSIS.WATER INGRESS CAN OCCUR AND THE WATER CAN TRAVE... Read more

PE, Closed , Model Year: 2002

AIR BAG WARNING LAMP ILLUMINATION

IN MARCH 2006, BMW REISSUED A SERVICE BULLETIN FIRST ISSUED IN SEPTEMBER 2003, TO MINI DEALERS REGARDING THE REPAIR PROCEDURE FOR IMPROPER WIRE CRIMPS IN APPROXIMATELY 31,500 MODEL YEAR 2002 AND 2003 MINI COOPER VEHICLES PRODUCED UP TO JANUARY 2003.THE NEW SERVICE BULLETIN STATES THAT THE WARRANTY C... Read more

DP, Closed , Model Year: 2002

AIR BAG WARNING LAMP ILLUMINATION

ODI HAS GRANTED THE PETITION AND HAS OPENED A PRELIMINARY EVALUATION (PE05-053) ON ILLUMINATION OF AIR BAG WARNING LAMP ON MODEL YEAR 2002 AND 2003 MINI COOPER VEHICLES.

MINI COOPER - All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the MINI COOPER across all model years (2002, 2026).

53 Total Recalls

2,851 Total Complaints

7 Investigations

104 Reported Crashes

155 Reported Fires

1 Reported Deaths

MINI COOPER - Year by Year

Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.

Year	Recalls	Complaints
2026	1	2	View
2025	3	1	View
2024	0	1	View
2023	0	9	View
2022	0	7	View
2021	2	7	View
2020	2	11	View
2019	2	17	View
2018	0	10	View
2017	3	42	View
2016	1	43	View
2015	6	74	View
2014	7	45	View
2013	1	72	View
2012	1	96	View
2011	1	129	View
2010 (current)	2	142
2009	1	192	View
2008	1	155	View
2007	1	156	View
2006	1	247	View
2005	4	440	View
2004	4	330	View
2003	4	388	View
2002	5	220	View
2001	0	7	View

Other MINI Models

Model	Recalls	Complaints
COOPER S	66	2,180	View
JCW	25	22	View
COOPER S CLUBMAN	21	120	View
COUNTRYMAN	18	147	View
COOPER SE	13	7	View
JCW CLUBMAN	12	5	View
COOPER S CONVERTIBLE	12	180	View
COOPER CONVERTIBLE	11	215	View

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