2014 MINI COOPER

7 recalls, 45 complaints - 652 TSBs

15V739000 Nov 9, 2015
AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION
Defect Description
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 MINI Cooper Hardtop 2 door vehicles manufactured February 25, 2014, to May 16, 2015, 2014-2015 MINI Cooper S Hardtop 2 door vehicles manufactured March 28, 2014, to May 9, 2015, 2015 MINI Cooper Hardtop 4 door vehicles manufac... Read more
Consequence
Inappropriate air bag activation/deactivation can increase the risk of occupant injury in the event of a vehicle crash.
Remedy
MINI will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the front passenger seat cushion, free of charge. The recall began on December 28, 2015. Owners may contact MINI customer service at 1-866-825-1525 .
38 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: BMW of North America, LLC
15V628000 Oct 7, 2015
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Defect Description
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 MINI Cooper S and MINI Cooper two-door vehicles, 2015-2016 MINI John Cooper Works and MINI Cooper S and MINI Cooper four-door vehicles and 2014-2015 BMW i3 vehicles. Due to a manufacturing error, the passenger frontal air bag... Read more
Consequence
In the event of a vehicle crash, an air bag that does not deploy properly increases the risk of injury to the front seat passenger.
Remedy
MINI and BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag module, free of charge. The recall began on November 25, 2015. Owners may contact MINI customer service at 1-866-825-1525 and BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
6,073 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: BMW of North America, LLC
15V450000 Jul 17, 2015
STRUCTURE:BODY
Defect Description
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,... Read more
Consequence
If the side impact performance requirements are not met, rear seat passengers may be at a higher risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy
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 superse... Read more
30,456 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: BMW of North America, LLC
15V034000 Jan 26, 2015
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Defect Description
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 MINI Cooper Hardtop two door vehicles manufactured December 1, 2013, to December 14, 2014. The affected vehicles may have been manufactured with an incorrect maximum capacity weight stated on the Tire Information Placard. Th... Read more
Consequence
The maximum weight listed on the label is incorrect (too low) and therefore does not comply with Federal Regulations.
Remedy
MINI will notify owners, and dealers will replace the incorrect labels with corrected labels, free of charge. Owners were mailed interim notification on March 18, 2015. The recall began on October 15, 2015. Owners may contact MINI customer service at 1-866-825-1525.
13,130 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: BMW of North America, LLC
14V789000 Dec 15, 2014
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
Defect Description
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 MINI Cooper Hardtop 2 Door, and Cooper S Hardtop 2 Door vehicles manufactured January 6, 2014, to October 17, 2014. During service appointments, dealers may have inadvertently reprogrammed the transmission control unit with s... Read more
Consequence
If the driver exits the vehicle without the transmission being in Park, the vehicle could roll away as the driver and other occupants exit the vehicle or anytime thereafter. A vehicle rollaway increases the risk of injury to exiting occupants and bystanders.
Remedy
MINI will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the transmission control module with the correct software, free of charge. The recall February 4, 2015. Owners can contact MINI customer service at 1-866-825-1525.
1,928 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: BMW of North America, LLC
14V619000 Oct 3, 2014
TIRES:TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE
Defect Description
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2014 MINI Cooper Hardtop 2-door vehicles manufactured January 7, 2014, to July 21, 2014. The spare wheel may have been attached under the car with a nut that is not self-locking.
Consequence
Vibrations from driving may cause the nut to loosen, allowing the wheel to separate from the car. If the spare wheel separates from the vehicle, it could become a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the spare wheel securing nut with a self-locking nut, free of charge. The recall began on November 20, 2014. Owners may contact MINI customer service at 1-866-275-6464.
5,805 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: BMW of North America, LLC
14V422000 Jul 14, 2014
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Defect Description
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling a certain model year BMW i3 vehicle manufactured March 31, 2014, and certain 2014 MINI Cooper Hardtop vehicles manufactured February 2, 2014 to May 30, 2014. The affected vehicles may have been manufactured with an air bag inflator that was not assembled... Read more
Consequence
If the air bag deploys improperly in the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the air bags, the seat occupant may be at an increased risk of injury.
Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger side air bag, free of charge. The recall began in September 2014. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
27 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: BMW of North America, LLC

Complaint Statistics

45 total complaints 1 crashes 2 fires 2 injuries

Top Reported Components

ComponentComplaints
ENGINE8
POWER TRAIN7
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM6
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING3
AIR BAGS3
STEERING2
SEATS2
SEAT BELTS2
STRUCTURE2
STRUCTURE:BODY2
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Apr 29, 2026
Incident date: Apr 2, 2026
Spontaneous explosion of sunroof. Today its about 85 degree F. The car was parked for a few hours in the carport. Took it out for a short drive. Approximately 0.5 miles from my home, the sunroof exploded as I was accelerating from a full stop at a red light. It appears to have exploded '... Read more
AIR BAGS Apr 29, 2026
Incident date: Apr 2, 2026
Seat belt and airbag indication lights and sound alarms remain on and notifying on the dashboard regardless of buckling. It will intermittently stop and start as the car is in motion. In the beginning, notification was present then resolved day-to-day. More recently, the alarm is present every drive... Read more
BACK OVER PREVENTION: REARVIEW SYSTEM BRAKING Feb 26, 2025
Incident date: Jan 1, 2025
The Hyundai Bluelink system in my car, which interfaces with interfaces with almost all other computer-controlled systems on the car and through which software updates can be received and installed fails to work on an intermittent basis and the onboard system gives no warning when the Bluelink syste... Read more
ENGINE Oct 10, 2023
Incident date: Sep 1, 2022
The contact owns a 2014 Ford Escape. The contact stated while the vehicle was idle, there was white smoke coming out of the exhaust pipe. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the Toyota dealer where it was purchased. The Toyota dealer diagnosed that engine oil was leaking... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING Oct 10, 2023
Incident date: Sep 1, 2022
The contact owns a 2014 Ford Escape. The contact stated while the vehicle was idle, there was white smoke coming out of the exhaust pipe. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the Toyota dealer where it was purchased. The Toyota dealer diagnosed that engine oil was leaking... Read more
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH Aug 8, 2023
Incident date: Aug 2, 2023
The contact owns a 2020 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact stated while parked in the driveway, the key fob was left in the cupholder, and the contact went to unlock the vehicle, and all the doors were inadvertently locked. The Police were called to assist in unlocking the vehicle. The vehicle was taken... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES Aug 8, 2023
Incident date: Aug 2, 2023
ABS and hydraulic module going bad. While driving down the road truck with say service ABS System and hydraulic brakes. Took truck to repair shop to have wheel speed sensors checked by a scanning machine and informed me that the ABS and hydraulic module is going bad.
VISIBILITY Aug 8, 2023
Incident date: Aug 2, 2023
The contact owns a 2021 Ford F-150. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V250000 (Visibility) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer ... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING Jul 12, 2022
Incident date: Jul 11, 2022
The contact owns a 2014 Mini Cooper. The contact stated that while driving approximately 25 mph, there was smoke detected from the vehicle. The vehicle caught fire without warning. There were no reported injuries, air bag deployment, or crash. The fire department distinguished the fire. A police re... Read more
Fire
ENGINE Jul 20, 2019
Incident date: Jul 20, 2019
TURBO CHARGER HAS SYSTEMATICALLY FAILED OVER THE LAST YEAR, WITH WORSENING EFFECTS. THIS CAUSES THE CAR TO AUTOMATICALLY GO INTO "LIMP MODE" AND CUTS POWER. THIS IS DANGEROUS FOR DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY. THIS IS A COMMON COMPLAINT WITH MINI COOPERS WITH MANY, BUT NOT ALL YEARS RECALLED.
POWER TRAIN Jul 13, 2019
Incident date: Jul 1, 2019
HELLO, I AM THE ORIGINAL OWNER OF A 2014 MINI COOPER COUNTRYMAN PURCHASED NEW FROM IRVINE MINI, IRVINE CALIFORNIA, ON MY WAY HOME TO SAN DIEGO FROM THE PURCHASE THE REAR PASSENGER WINDOW STOPPED WORKING, I PULLED OVER CALLED THE DEALERSHIP AND WAS TOLD TO GO IN THE NEXT DAY FOR REPAIR, IT WAS REPAI... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM May 30, 2019
Incident date: May 24, 2018
FOR THE PAST YEAR, ALL EXTERNAL LIGHT WIRING HAS MELTED. FIRST INSTANCE 5/24/18 BOTH LICENSE PLATE BULBS SHORTED, SECOND INSTANCE 10/26/18 DRIVERS SIDE HEADLIGHT BULB CONNECTOR INSIDE LIGHT MELTED, THIRD INSTANCE 5/21/19 PASSENGER SIDE HEADLIGHT BULB WIRING HARNESS MELTED, FOURTH INSTANCE AND CURRE... Read more
ENGINE Mar 31, 2019
Incident date: Mar 21, 2019
THERMOSTAT HOUSING FAULT CODE CAME ON WHILE DRIVING. 2014 MINI COOPER HARDTOP MODELS HAVE A RECALL. MY VIN # DOES NOT. PLEASE INVESTIGATE THIS AND INITIATE A RECALL FOR MY VIN.
AIR BAGS Jul 17, 2018
Incident date: Jul 6, 2018
MY INSURANCE HAS ASKED ME TO FILE THIS COMPLAINT AS MY VEHICLE'SAIRBAGS DEPLOYED AT AN IMPACT UNDER 5 MPH LEADING TO THE CONCLUSION THAT THE AIRBAG SENSOR IN MY CAR IS FAULTY.ON FRIDAY, JULY 6TH AT 10:15 AM I WAS DRIVING ON THE 405 N IN BUMPER TO BUMPER FREEWAY TRAFFIC, IT WAS A CLEAR DAY WITH GOOD ... Read more
Crash
AIR BAGS May 5, 2016
Incident date: Apr 4, 2016
MY CAR WAS PARKED AND I WENT TO START IT UP IN THE MORNING TO GO TO WORK. A LIGHT CAME ON WHICH LOOKED LIKE AN AIRBAG/SEATBELT LIGHT. IN MY VEHICLE IT WAS NOT ONE OF THE REGULAR SERVICE LIGHTS THAT THEY HAVE HIGHLIGHTED IN THE MANUAL SO I CALLED THE DEALERSHIP THAT AFTERNOON. THEY MADE AN APPOINTM... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY Feb 27, 2016
Incident date: Feb 22, 2016
DRIVER'S DOOR HANDLE LOCK COVER (PLASTIC) FELT UNEXPECTEDLY WHILE DRIVING.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Jan 22, 2016
Incident date: Nov 7, 2015
TWO TIRES THAT CAME WITH MY MINI COOPER 2014 WENT FLAT IN LESS THAN 7,500 MILES, ONE ON NOV 7, 2015 AND THE OTHER ON JAN 3, 2016. THE TIRES ARE VERY EXPENSIVE (ABOUT $200 PER TIRE) AND OF VERY LOW QUALITY. AS A CUSTOMER I FEEL BEING CHEATED ON.
ENGINE Oct 19, 2015
Incident date: Oct 19, 2015
I HAVE A 2014 MINI COOPER HARDTOP. I HAVE HAD THIS CAR SERVICED AT LEAST 4 SEPARATE TIMES FOR A RECURRING ISSUE. TODAY WAS VERY DIFFERENT AND UNEXPLAINABLE. I WAS DRIVING TO WORK ON THE FREEWAY, MY CAR REACHES SPEEDS OF 80 AT LEAST, BUT I HAD SLOWED TO A CRAWL BEFORE THE TOLL PLAZA. TRAFFIC WAS THE ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Aug 24, 2015
Incident date: Aug 23, 2015
YOUTUBE LINK: HTTPS://WWW.YOUTUBE.COM/WATCH?V=QWXHFEKSZ0W MINI COOPER S ROADSTER 6 SPEED MANUAL WHILE DRIVING SMELLED ODOR OF RUBBER BURNING, THEN ABOUT 10 SECONDS LATER SAW SMOKE COMING FROM THE DEFROSTER VENTS AND THEN SOME SORT OF WARNING LIGHT CAME ON AND I IMMEDIATELY TURNED OFF THE E... Read more
Fire
STRUCTURE:BODY Jul 14, 2015
Incident date: Feb 2, 2015
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 MINI COOPER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE RECALL NOTICE FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V815000 (STRUCTURE) WAS RECEIVED IN FEBRUARY OF 2015. AFTER CONTACTING THE DEALER AND THE MANUFACTURER ON MULTIPLE OCCASIONS, THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE PARTS NEEDED TO REPAIR THE V... Read more
POWER TRAIN Jul 13, 2015
Incident date: Jun 26, 2015
I WAS DRIVING ON AN INTERSTATE AND A WARNING READING "DRIVETRAIN MALFUNCTION. DRIVE MODERATELY" CAME ON. POWER WAS LOW (COULDN'T GET THE CAR OVER ABOUT 60 MPH, NOT SAFE ON AN INTERSTATE WITH STEADY TRAFFIC) AND CAR WAS SOMEWHAT CHUGGY. THIS CAR HAS THREE TIMES IN UNDER 8000 MILES TOLD ME THE OIL WAS... Read more
STRUCTURE Jun 30, 2015
Incident date: Feb 11, 2015
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 MINI COOPER. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V815000 (STRUCTURE). THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE PART NEEDED TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTI... Read more
STEERING Jun 5, 2015
Incident date: Feb 10, 2015
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 MINI COOPER. WHILE DRIVING AT 80 MPH, THE VEHICLE STARTED TO SHAKE VIOLENTLY. THE FAILURE RECURRED THREE TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER, BUT WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBERS: 14V815000 (STRUCTURE) AND 14V... Read more
STRUCTURE May 15, 2015
Incident date: Feb 11, 2015
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 MINI COOPER. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V815000 (STRUCTURE) HOWEVER, THE PART NEEDED TO DO THE REPAIRS WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER... Read more
ENGINE May 12, 2015
Incident date: Dec 1, 2014
DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY, CAR LOST OIL PRESSURE SUDDENLY, OIL POURED OUT OF VEHICLE, SMOKING AS WARNING LIGHTS INDICATED "DRIVE TRAIN MALFUNCTION" AND THEN, "LOSS OF OIL PRESSURE: STOP VEHICLE". DIAGNOSED AS A FAILURE OF A WELDING ON THE OIL PUMP HOUSING. MINI REPLACED PART AND RETURNED CAR TO ME. ... Read more
POWER TRAIN May 12, 2015
Incident date: Dec 1, 2014
DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY, CAR LOST OIL PRESSURE SUDDENLY, OIL POURED OUT OF VEHICLE, SMOKING AS WARNING LIGHTS INDICATED "DRIVE TRAIN MALFUNCTION" AND THEN, "LOSS OF OIL PRESSURE: STOP VEHICLE". DIAGNOSED AS A FAILURE OF A WELDING ON THE OIL PUMP HOUSING. MINI REPLACED PART AND RETURNED CAR TO ME. ... Read more
ENGINE Apr 6, 2015
Incident date: Apr 3, 2015
WHILE DRIVING IN THE HIGHWAY, THE CAR SUDDENLY STARTED SHAKING AND HAVING LOUD CLUNKING RATTLING NOISE. THE EXHAUST WAS SPEWING HEAVY WHITE SMOKE. THE CAR SUDDENLY SLOWED AND THEN STOPPED WITH " DRIVETRAIN MALFUNCTION." WE ALSO GOT INTO AN ACCIDENT! *TR
POWER TRAIN Apr 6, 2015
Incident date: Apr 3, 2015
WHILE DRIVING IN THE HIGHWAY, THE CAR SUDDENLY STARTED SHAKING AND HAVING LOUD CLUNKING RATTLING NOISE. THE EXHAUST WAS SPEWING HEAVY WHITE SMOKE. THE CAR SUDDENLY SLOWED AND THEN STOPPED WITH " DRIVETRAIN MALFUNCTION." WE ALSO GOT INTO AN ACCIDENT! *TR
SEATS Mar 13, 2015
Incident date: Dec 9, 2014
DRIVING TO SHOPPING CENTER, I HAD MY HEATED SEAT TURNED TO THE HIGHEST SETTING. IT SEEMED AS THOUGH THE SEAT WAS UNUSUALLY WARM SO I TURNED THE SEAT DOWN TO THE MEDIUM SETTING AND CONTINUED DRIVING. THE SEAT CONTINUED TO FEEL UNCOMFORTABLE AS I DROVE, SO I TURNED IT DOWN TO LOW, BUT IT STILL DID N... Read more
1 injured
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Mar 12, 2015
Incident date: Mar 3, 2015
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 MINI COOPER. WHILE DRIVING AT A LOW SPEED, THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO RESTART THE VEHICLE. A "VEHICLE NOT IN PARK, PLEASE PUT IN PARK AND RESTART" MESSAGE WAS DISPLAYED ACROSS THE MESSAGE BOARD. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER. THE TECHNICIAN DIAGNOSED... Read more
SEAT BELTS Mar 9, 2015
Incident date: Nov 2, 2014
AFTER UNLATCHING THE DRIVER SIDE SEATBELT, THE BELT FOLD INTO THE RETRACTION MECHANISM SUCH THAT IT GOT STUCK AND COULD NOT BE USED UNTIL IT WAS MANUALLY UNSPOOLED, WHICH IS EXTREMELY DIFFICULT TO DO. THIS HAS HAPPENED MANY TIMES IN THIS CAR AND PRESENTS AND SERIOUS SAFETY ISSUE SINCE IT RENDERS THE... Read more
SUSPENSION Mar 4, 2015
Incident date: Feb 26, 2015
MY CAR WOULD MAKE A NOISE AT THE REAR OF THE CAR WHEN I DROVE ON A BUMPY STREET, I TOOK THE CAR TO THE DEALER AND AFTER THERE INSPECTION , THEY SAID THE REAR SWAY BAR LINKS HAD TO BE REPLACED. I AM CONCERNED THAT IF THE ORIGINAL PARTS WERE DEFECTIVE, MAYBE THE NEW PARTS WILL ALSO BE DEFECTIVE... T... Read more
ENGINE Jan 13, 2015
Incident date: Jan 5, 2015
THIS WOULD BE THE SECOND TIME IN WHICH I HAVE HAD TO VISIT NICK ALEXANDER IMPORTS OF DOWNTOWN LOS ANGELES, DUE TO THE MALFUNCTIONING OF MY VEHICLE, SPECIFICALLY THE ENGINE. THE FIRST TIME, MY CAR HAD STALLED ON THE FREEWAY DURING RUSH HOUR TIME. THE SERVICE SPECIALIST AT THE DEALERSHIP ATTRIBUTED ... Read more
POWER TRAIN Nov 22, 2014
Incident date: Nov 17, 2014
2014 MINI COOPER S HARDTOP MANUAL TRANSMISSION FAIL. THE VEHICLE ABRUPTLY DROPS OUT OF 1ST GEAR WHEN STARTING FROM A STOP, CAUSING THE CAR TO SHIFT INTO NEUTRAL. THIS FIRST OCCURRED ON NOV 17 AND HAS OCCURRED WITH INCREASING FREQUENCY TO NOW HAPPENING ABOUT 9/10 TIMES THE CAR IS STARTING FROM A STOP... Read more
SEAT BELTS Sep 13, 2014
Incident date: Jun 22, 2014
THERE WAS NO ONE SITTING IN THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT, BUT MY IPOD WAS ON THE SEAT. A "FASTEN SEAT BELT" WARNING WENT OFF WHILE I WAS DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS. I HAD BEEN DRIVING FOR OVER 30 MINUTES WHEN THIS HAPPENED. WHILE DRIVING, I REMOVED THE IPOD FROM THE SEAT, BUT THE WARNING DID NOT STOP.... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Sep 13, 2014
Incident date: Jun 22, 2014
THERE WAS NO ONE SITTING IN THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT, BUT MY IPOD WAS ON THE SEAT. A "FASTEN SEAT BELT" WARNING WENT OFF WHILE I WAS DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS. I HAD BEEN DRIVING FOR OVER 30 MINUTES WHEN THIS HAPPENED. WHILE DRIVING, I REMOVED THE IPOD FROM THE SEAT, BUT THE WARNING DID NOT STOP.... Read more
SEATS Sep 13, 2014
Incident date: Jun 22, 2014
THERE WAS NO ONE SITTING IN THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT, BUT MY IPOD WAS ON THE SEAT. A "FASTEN SEAT BELT" WARNING WENT OFF WHILE I WAS DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS. I HAD BEEN DRIVING FOR OVER 30 MINUTES WHEN THIS HAPPENED. WHILE DRIVING, I REMOVED THE IPOD FROM THE SEAT, BUT THE WARNING DID NOT STOP.... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Aug 29, 2014
Incident date: Sep 10, 2013
NEARLY RAN OUT OF GASOLINE BECAUSE THE GAS GAUGE IS NOT ACCURATE. AT AN INDICATED 1/2 FULL, THE CAR IS DOWN OVER 9 GALLONS AND THE TANK HOLD ABOUT 12.5 GALLONS. USING THE GAS GAUGE THERE IS NO WAY TO TELL HOW MUCH FUEL REMAINS IN THE TANK. *TR
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING Aug 4, 2014
Incident date: Aug 1, 2014
LEG BURN FROM HOT EXHAUST PIPE WHILE UNLOADING ITEMS FROM TRUNK. LEANED AGAINST REAR BUMPER WITH BARE LEG. *TR
1 injured
STEERING Jul 30, 2014
Incident date: Jul 29, 2014
ON TWO OCCASIONS (7/19/14 AND 7/29/14), THE ENGINE CUT-OFF, PUTTING THE CAR IN "ACCESSORY MODE." ON BOTH OCCASIONS, I WAS DRIVING ON A FLAT ROAD, AT LOW SPEED. THERE WAS NO ABILITY TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE WITHOUT COMPLETELY STOPPING, PUTTING THE CAR IN PARK, AND RESTARTING THE CAR. AS A RESULT OF BE... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Jul 30, 2014
Incident date: Jul 29, 2014
ON TWO OCCASIONS (7/19/14 AND 7/29/14), THE ENGINE CUT-OFF, PUTTING THE CAR IN "ACCESSORY MODE." ON BOTH OCCASIONS, I WAS DRIVING ON A FLAT ROAD, AT LOW SPEED. THERE WAS NO ABILITY TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE WITHOUT COMPLETELY STOPPING, PUTTING THE CAR IN PARK, AND RESTARTING THE CAR. AS A RESULT OF BE... Read more
ENGINE Jul 30, 2014
Incident date: Jul 29, 2014
ON TWO OCCASIONS (7/19/14 AND 7/29/14), THE ENGINE CUT-OFF, PUTTING THE CAR IN "ACCESSORY MODE." ON BOTH OCCASIONS, I WAS DRIVING ON A FLAT ROAD, AT LOW SPEED. THERE WAS NO ABILITY TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE WITHOUT COMPLETELY STOPPING, PUTTING THE CAR IN PARK, AND RESTARTING THE CAR. AS A RESULT OF BE... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Jun 22, 2014
Incident date: May 29, 2014
ON TWO OCCASIONS WHEN DRIVING, THE AUTO START AND STOP FUNCTION SHUT THE ENGINE OFF, WHERE I HAD TO PUT THE CAR IN PARK & RESTART IT. HAPPENED ONCE ON A FLAT SURFACE AND ONCE ON A DOWNHILL SLOP AT A STOP. ALSO, I'VE ONLY HAD THE CAR ONE MONTH AND THE DRIVETRAIN LIGHT CAME AND THE MINI SERVICE RE... Read more
POWER TRAIN Jun 22, 2014
Incident date: May 29, 2014
ON TWO OCCASIONS WHEN DRIVING, THE AUTO START AND STOP FUNCTION SHUT THE ENGINE OFF, WHERE I HAD TO PUT THE CAR IN PARK & RESTART IT. HAPPENED ONCE ON A FLAT SURFACE AND ONCE ON A DOWNHILL SLOP AT A STOP. ALSO, I'VE ONLY HAD THE CAR ONE MONTH AND THE DRIVETRAIN LIGHT CAME AND THE MINI SERVICE RE... Read more
POWER TRAIN Jun 17, 2014
Incident date: Jun 17, 2014
GEAR SHIFT COMPLETELY BECAME DETACHED AT SPEED. TWO MAGAZINES HAVE HAD SAME ISSUE. THIS COULD EASILY CAUSE A FATAL ACCIDENT IF IT HAPPENED TO SOMEONE THAT ISN'T AS CALM AS MYSELF. CONSUMER REPORTS JUST HAD THIS SAME ISSUE HAPPEN. AFFECTS 2014 MINI COOPER HARDTOP MODELS, CHASSIS CODE F56. HTTP://... Read more

Technical Service Bulletins, 2014 MINI COOPER

652 manufacturer communications from 301 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM104
060000 ENGINE (PWS)73
350000 EQUIPMENT73
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING62
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY36
100000 POWER TRAIN24
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE21
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER19
M511616 Nov 2, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
Cavity protection applied to underside of the hood is leaking out onto the wheel arch trim and grille.
M610607 Oct 25, 2023
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
M540123 Aug 1, 2023
162900 STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS
?The panoramic roof sunblind does not close, or jams while closing.
M110323 Aug 1, 2023
346000 COMMUNICATION:MANUFACTURER TELEMATICS
?BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop: REPLACE CHARGE AIR LINE.
M610123 Mar 1, 2023
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Oscillations in the electric drive can occur. As a result, the 12 V positive battery cable may rub against the battery box cover.
M610223 Mar 1, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The buttons on the gear selector switch (GWS) do not work, or the function indicator lighting has failed.
M610223 Mar 1, 2023
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
The buttons on the gear selector switch (GWS) do not work, or the function indicator lighting has failed.
M840322 Mar 1, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The 3G network in the US has been shut down. This means that only the 4G network will be available. In the 4G network, voice calls will be transferred via Voice over LTE (VoLTE) function. For this purpose, the SIM card must perform an IMS r
M630122 Feb 1, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Ambient lighting changes color after the vehicle goes to sleep.
M630122 Feb 1, 2023
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Ambient lighting changes color after the vehicle goes to sleep.
M220122 Nov 1, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
During a vehicle inspection and/or while addressing a customer's concern, the engine stabilizer bar/link appears to be worn.
M610820 Nov 1, 2022
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
During the service life of the vehicle, the high-voltage battery may unexpectedly not provide power to the vehicle.
SIM610321 Apr 1, 2022
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
The Check Control message "Door open" appears in the instrument cluster (Kombi) even though all vehicle doors are securely closed and locked.
M340317 Feb 1, 2022
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Vehicles with total mileage below approx. 12,500 may experience premature wear of the left rear brakes. In some cases, there also may be visible damage due to thermal overload.
M340317 Feb 1, 2022
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
Vehicles with total mileage below approx. 12,500 may experience premature wear of the left rear brakes. In some cases, there also may be visible damage due to thermal overload.
M230121 Dec 1, 2021
100000 POWER TRAIN
When the vehicle is on a lift and wheels are manually spun, a clanking noise is heard from the transmission area.
M230121 Dec 1, 2021
200000 WHEELS
When the vehicle is on a lift and wheels are manually spun, a clanking noise is heard from the transmission area.
M360119 Dec 1, 2021
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
M360119 Dec 1, 2021
200000 WHEELS
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
M360119 Dec 1, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
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
M610321 Dec 1, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Any or all of the following CCM ID code 14/15/16/17 door open appear in the instrument cluster when the door is properly closed and locked. The locking operation of the door is not affected by the incorrect display.
M610321 Dec 1, 2021
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
Any or all of the following CCM ID code 14/15/16/17 door open appear in the instrument cluster when the door is properly closed and locked. The locking operation of the door is not affected by the incorrect display.
M610321 Dec 1, 2021
170000 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
Any or all of the following CCM ID code 14/15/16/17 door open appear in the instrument cluster when the door is properly closed and locked. The locking operation of the door is not affected by the incorrect display.
M610321 Dec 1, 2021
171100 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
Any or all of the following CCM ID code 14/15/16/17 door open appear in the instrument cluster when the door is properly closed and locked. The locking operation of the door is not affected by the incorrect display.
M640221 Sep 1, 2021
062000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
Different air temperatures are felt from left to right out of the front fresh air grilles (air vents).
M640221 Sep 1, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Different air temperatures are felt from left to right out of the front fresh air grilles (air vents).
M651015 Sep 1, 2021
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
The Headunit High (HU-H), also called NBT came in vehicles with option 609. This uses map North America NEXT. The Headunit High 2 (HU-H2), also called NBT-EVO, superseded the NBT HU and came in vehicles with option code 609. This uses map N
M640221 Jul 1, 2021
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Different air temperatures are felt from left to right out of the front fresh air grilles (air vent). The following fault code is saved in the IHKA (integrated automatic heating/air conditioning system) control unit: 801189 - Engine mixed a
M310115 Jun 1, 2021
010000 STEERING
A groaning and/or squeaking noise from the front axle occurs when turning at low speeds or idle
M310115 Jun 1, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
A groaning and/or squeaking noise from the front axle occurs when turning at low speeds or idle
M310115 Jun 1, 2021
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
A groaning and/or squeaking noise from the front axle occurs when turning at low speeds or idle
M220117 May 1, 2021
020000 SUSPENSION
Creaking Noise When Cornering: A creaking noise is heard from the front end of the vehicle while cornering (predominantly left turns)
M660121 Apr 1, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
ACTIVE CRUISE CONTROL (ACC) CANNOT BE ACTIVATED: After the recent software update, the cruise control cannot be activated.
M660121 Apr 1, 2021
185000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL
ACTIVE CRUISE CONTROL (ACC) CANNOT BE ACTIVATED: After the recent software update, the cruise control cannot be activated.
M660121 Apr 1, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
ACTIVE CRUISE CONTROL (ACC) CANNOT BE ACTIVATED: After the recent software update, the cruise control cannot be activated.
M660121 Apr 1, 2021
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
ACTIVE CRUISE CONTROL (ACC) CANNOT BE ACTIVATED: After the recent software update, the cruise control cannot be activated.
M660121 Apr 1, 2021
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
ACTIVE CRUISE CONTROL (ACC) CANNOT BE ACTIVATED: After the recent software update, the cruise control cannot be activated.
M660121 Apr 1, 2021
263010 FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL:SOFTWARE
ACTIVE CRUISE CONTROL (ACC) CANNOT BE ACTIVATED: After the recent software update, the cruise control cannot be activated.
M610121 Mar 1, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
CLICKING NOISE IN VEHICLE INTERIOR DURING CHARGING: Clicking noise from the interior passenger side footwell when the vehicle is being charged, with the air conditioning running at the same time.
M610121 Mar 1, 2021
280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION
CLICKING NOISE IN VEHICLE INTERIOR DURING CHARGING: Clicking noise from the interior passenger side footwell when the vehicle is being charged, with the air conditioning running at the same time.
M610820 Mar 1, 2021
100000 POWER TRAIN
REPLACING THE CELL MODULE OF HIGHVOLTAGE BATTERY: During the service life of the vehicle, the high-voltage battery may unexpectedly not provide power to the vehicle.
M610820 Mar 1, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
REPLACING THE CELL MODULE OF HIGHVOLTAGE BATTERY: During the service life of the vehicle, the high-voltage battery may unexpectedly not provide power to the vehicle.
M610820 Dec 1, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
?REPLACING THE CELL MODULE OF HIGH VOLTAGE BATTERY: During the service life of the vehicle, the high-voltage battery may unexpectedly not provide power to the vehicle. The high-voltage battery cells may not have been produced according to s
M610820 Dec 1, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
?REPLACING THE CELL MODULE OF HIGH VOLTAGE BATTERY: During the service life of the vehicle, the high-voltage battery may unexpectedly not provide power to the vehicle. The high-voltage battery cells may not have been produced according to s
M610820 Dec 1, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
?REPLACING THE CELL MODULE OF HIGH VOLTAGE BATTERY: During the service life of the vehicle, the high-voltage battery may unexpectedly not provide power to the vehicle. The high-voltage battery cells may not have been produced according to s
M610820 Dec 1, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
?REPLACING THE CELL MODULE OF HIGHVOLTAGE BATTERY: During the service life of the vehicle, the high-voltage battery may unexpectedly not provide power to the vehicle. The high-voltage battery cells may not have been produced according to sp
M640120 Oct 1, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
BUZZING NOISE IS HEARD WHEN AIR CONDITIONING IS DEACTIVATED: A buzzing noise is heard when the air conditioning (A/C) is deactivated while the vehicle is in park or neutral. Prior to turning off the A/C, the system was functional and coolin
M640120 Oct 1, 2020
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
BUZZING NOISE IS HEARD WHEN AIR CONDITIONING IS DEACTIVATED: A buzzing noise is heard when the air conditioning (A/C) is deactivated while the vehicle is in park or neutral. Prior to turning off the A/C, the system was functional and coolin
M640120 Oct 1, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
BUZZING NOISE IS HEARD WHEN AIR CONDITIONING IS DEACTIVATED: A buzzing noise is heard when the air conditioning (A/C) is deactivated while the vehicle is in park or neutral. Prior to turning off the A/C, the system was functional and coolin
M640220 Oct 1, 2020
161000 STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
CONDENSATION FROM AIR CONDITIONING LEAKS INTO PASSENGER FOOTWELL: Condensation from the air conditioning systems evaporator drips, below the instrument panel, into the passenger's footwell. During assembly, the cover of the fresh air intake
M640220 Oct 1, 2020
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
CONDENSATION FROM AIR CONDITIONING LEAKS INTO PASSENGER FOOTWELL: Condensation from the air conditioning systems evaporator drips, below the instrument panel, into the passenger's footwell. During assembly, the cover of the fresh air intake
M640120 Oct 1, 2020
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
BUZZING NOISE IS HEARD WHEN AIR CONDITIONING IS DEACTIVATED: A buzzing noise is heard when the air conditioning (A/C) is deactivated while the vehicle is in park or neutral. Prior to turning off the A/C, the system was functional and coolin
M640220 Oct 1, 2020
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
CONDENSATION FROM AIR CONDITIONING LEAKS INTO PASSENGER FOOTWELL: Condensation from the air conditioning systems evaporator drips, below the instrument panel, into the passenger's footwell. During assembly, the cover of the fresh air intake
M340120 Sep 1, 2020
251000 ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL:AUTOMATIC (ASC)
SERVICE ACTION - PROGRAM THE BODY DOMAIN CONTROL (BDC) UNIT: Aftermarket scan tools cannot read fault codes in the Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) unit via the On Board Diagnostic (OBD) socket. The DSC data is not processed correctly in the
M340120 Sep 1, 2020
160000 STRUCTURE
SERVICE ACTION - PROGRAM THE BODY DOMAIN CONTROL (BDC) UNIT: Aftermarket scan tools cannot read fault codes in the Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) unit via the On Board Diagnostic (OBD) socket. The DSC data is not processed correctly in the
M610520 Sep 1, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
MINI TURBOCORD PORTABLE EV 120V/240V CHARGER: The MINI-approved accessory TurboCord will not charge the vehicle.
M010520 Aug 1, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
B46M ENVIRONMENTAL AIR CATALYST SENSOR - LTD WTY EXT TO 15 YEARS/150,000 MILES: Component/Issue-Specific Limited Warranty Extension For the eligible vehicles, MINI USA, a division of BMW of North America, LLC ("MINI USA") is extending the l
M011116 Aug 1, 2020
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
M340120 Aug 1, 2020
115000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BODY CONTROL MODULE/BCM
SERVICE ACTION - PROGRAM THE BODY DOMAIN CONTROL (BDC) UNIT: Aftermarket scan tools cannot read fault codes in the Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) unit via the On Board Diagnostic (OBD) socket. The DSC data is not processed correctly in the
M160220 Jul 1, 2020
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
NOISES FROM THE FUEL TANK AT IDLE: While driving slowly with low RPM or while idling, a faint knocking or fluttering noise can be heard from inside the fuel tank when the tank is full. The customer may describe this noise as a "helicopter n
M620318 Jul 1, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
BLACK SPOT IN THE CENTRAL INFORMATION DISPLAY: A small black spot remains on the Central Information Display's (CID) illuminated screen which does not go away after a key cycle or sleep mode. Dead pixels in the Liquid Crystal Display (LCD)
M620318 Jul 1, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
BLACK SPOT IN THE CENTRAL INFORMATION DISPLAY: A small black spot remains on the Central Information Display's (CID) illuminated screen which does not go away after a key cycle or sleep mode. Dead pixels in the Liquid Crystal Display (LCD)
M620318 Jul 1, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
BLACK SPOT IN THE CENTRAL INFORMATION DISPLAY: A small black spot remains on the Central Information Display's (CID) illuminated screen which does not go away after a key cycle or sleep mode. Dead pixels in the Liquid Crystal Display (LCD)
M130120 May 1, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
TANK VENTILATION AND MIXTURE CONTROL FAULTS STORED IN THE DME: The Engine Malfunction Warning is illuminated and one or more of the following faults are stored in the DME. All models: FC 191C02 - Fuel tank ventilation system 2nd discharge p
M130120 May 1, 2020
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
TANK VENTILATION AND MIXTURE CONTROL FAULTS STORED IN THE DME: The Engine Malfunction Warning is illuminated and one or more of the following faults are stored in the DME. All models: FC 191C02 - Fuel tank ventilation system 2nd discharge p
M130120 May 1, 2020
100000 POWER TRAIN
TANK VENTILATION AND MIXTURE CONTROL FAULTS STORED IN THE DME: The Engine Malfunction Warning is illuminated and one or more of the following faults are stored in the DME. All models: FC 191C02 - Fuel tank ventilation system 2nd discharge p
M610220 Apr 1, 2020
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
CHECK CONTROL MESSAGES FOR BRAKE SUSPENSION AND AIR BAG SYSTEM MALFUNCTION: Multiple check control messages (CCM) can display for brake suspension and air bag system malfunction. The customer may also complain about any of the following: En
M610220 Apr 1, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
CHECK CONTROL MESSAGES FOR BRAKE SUSPENSION AND AIR BAG SYSTEM MALFUNCTION: Multiple check control messages (CCM) can display for brake suspension and air bag system malfunction. The customer may also complain about any of the following: En
M610220 Apr 1, 2020
020000 SUSPENSION
CHECK CONTROL MESSAGES FOR BRAKE SUSPENSION AND AIR BAG SYSTEM MALFUNCTION: Multiple check control messages (CCM) can display for brake suspension and air bag system malfunction. The customer may also complain about any of the following: En
M610220 Apr 1, 2020
010000 STEERING
CHECK CONTROL MESSAGES FOR BRAKE SUSPENSION AND AIR BAG SYSTEM MALFUNCTION: Multiple check control messages (CCM) can display for brake suspension and air bag system malfunction. The customer may also complain about any of the following: En
M510120 Apr 1, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
FRONT DOORS DO NOT LATCH IN COLD WEATHER: At ambient temperatures below freezing one or both front doors may not open when attempting to enter. In some cases after opening they may not correctly latch. A missing seal on the inner Bowden rel
M510120 Apr 1, 2020
171100 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
FRONT DOORS DO NOT LATCH IN COLD WEATHER: At ambient temperatures below freezing one or both front doors may not open when attempting to enter. In some cases after opening they may not correctly latch. A missing seal on the inner Bowden rel
M510120 Apr 1, 2020
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
FRONT DOORS DO NOT LATCH IN COLD WEATHER: At ambient temperatures below freezing one or both front doors may not open when attempting to enter. In some cases after opening they may not correctly latch. A missing seal on the inner Bowden rel
M220317 Apr 1, 2020
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
CREAKING NOISE FROM THE LOWER ENGINE AREA: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 1) replaces SI M22 03 17 dated January 2018. During load reversal or taking off from a stop there is a creaking or droning noise heard from the lower eng
M220317 Apr 1, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
CREAKING NOISE FROM THE LOWER ENGINE AREA: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 1) replaces SI M22 03 17 dated January 2018. During load reversal or taking off from a stop there is a creaking or droning noise heard from the lower eng
M220317 Apr 1, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
CREAKING NOISE FROM THE LOWER ENGINE AREA: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 1) replaces SI M22 03 17 dated January 2018. During load reversal or taking off from a stop there is a creaking or droning noise heard from the lower eng
M610220 Apr 1, 2020
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
CHECK CONTROL MESSAGES FOR BRAKE SUSPENSION AND AIR BAG SYSTEM MALFUNCTION: Multiple check control messages (CCM) can display for brake suspension and air bag system malfunction. The customer may also complain about any of the following: En
M620119 Apr 1, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
CENTRAL INSTRUMENT PANEL LED SURROUND RING DOES NOT ILLUMINATE WHEN IGNITION IS TURNED ON: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 2) replaces SI M62 01 19 dated January 2019.The central instrument's outer perimeter LED ring (arrows) do
M620119 Apr 1, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
CENTRAL INSTRUMENT PANEL LED SURROUND RING DOES NOT ILLUMINATE WHEN IGNITION IS TURNED ON: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 2) replaces SI M62 01 19 dated January 2019.The central instrument's outer perimeter LED ring (arrows) do
M620119 Apr 1, 2020
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
CENTRAL INSTRUMENT PANEL LED SURROUND RING DOES NOT ILLUMINATE WHEN IGNITION IS TURNED ON: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 2) replaces SI M62 01 19 dated January 2019.The central instrument's outer perimeter LED ring (arrows) do
M840818 Apr 1, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
CONNECTEDDRIVE/MINI ASSIST SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS INFORMATION: ConnectedDrive/BMW Assist features are partially or completely inoperative.
M640116 Feb 1, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
WATER INGRESS IN FOOTWELL AREA FROM A/C CONDENSATE DRAIN: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 1) replaces SI M64 01 16 dated September 2016. The condensate drain hose is blocked by the heat shield - The condensate drain hose is not
M720120 Feb 1, 2020
150000 SEAT BELTS
SAFETY BELT WARNING GONG SOUNDS AFTER UNBUCKLING WHILE VEHICLE IS STATIONARY. After a vehicle has been programmed to an I-level greater than 19-11-5xx and lower than I-level 20-03-530; the safety belt (aka seat belt) acoustic warning sounds
M110117 Jan 1, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
SETS DURING WINTER WITH COLD AMBIENT TEMPS: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 8) replaces SI M11 01 17 dated May 2019. The Service Engine Soon (MIL) light is on together with the following fault stored in the Digital Motor Electro
M110117 Jan 1, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SETS DURING WINTER WITH COLD AMBIENT TEMPS: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 8) replaces SI M11 01 17 dated May 2019. The Service Engine Soon (MIL) light is on together with the following fault stored in the Digital Motor Electro
M110117 Jan 1, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
SETS DURING WINTER WITH COLD AMBIENT TEMPS: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 8) replaces SI M11 01 17 dated May 2019. The Service Engine Soon (MIL) light is on together with the following fault stored in the Digital Motor Electro
M110120 Jan 1, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP IS ILLUMINATED WITH A CRANKSHAFT ADAPTION FAULT: When diagnosing an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) and/or a different issue the following fault may also be stored in the Digital Motor Electronics (DM
M110120 Jan 1, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP IS ILLUMINATED WITH A CRANKSHAFT ADAPTION FAULT: When diagnosing an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) and/or a different issue the following fault may also be stored in the Digital Motor Electronics (DM
M110120 Jan 1, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP IS ILLUMINATED WITH A CRANKSHAFT ADAPTION FAULT: When diagnosing an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) and/or a different issue the following fault may also be stored in the Digital Motor Electronics (DM
M320114 Jan 1, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Power-assisted Steering Intermittently Not Available at Engine Startup This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 1) replaces SI M32 01 14 dated October 2016. The power assisted steering is unavailable at start up/drive readiness. No commu
M320114 Jan 1, 2020
016000 STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
Power-assisted Steering Intermittently Not Available at Engine Startup This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 1) replaces SI M32 01 14 dated October 2016. The power assisted steering is unavailable at start up/drive readiness. No commu
M220317 Dec 1, 2019
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
CREAKING NOISE FROM THE LOWER ENGINE AREA: During load reversal or taking off from a stop there is a creaking or droning noise heard from the lower engine area. CAUSE The bushing in the lower engine stabilizer link is working its way out o
M130118 Nov 1, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
DME FAULT CODE 1B8004 ENVIRONMENTAL AIR CATALYST(EAC) SENSOR: The Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) light is on and the following fault code is stored in the DME: 1B8004 - EAC Sensor: Temperature - Engine coolant temperature radiator outlet
M130118 Nov 1, 2019
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
DME FAULT CODE 1B8004 ENVIRONMENTAL AIR CATALYST(EAC) SENSOR: The Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) light is on and the following fault code is stored in the DME: 1B8004 - EAC Sensor: Temperature - Engine coolant temperature radiator outlet
M510419 Nov 1, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
POWER WINDOWS INOPERATIVE. The power windows won't operate in any direction. CAUSE Possible faulty window motor.
M510419 Nov 1, 2019
130000 VISIBILITY
POWER WINDOWS INOPERATIVE. The power windows won't operate in any direction. CAUSE Possible faulty window motor.
M710119 Oct 1, 2019
355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
SERVICE ACTION: REPLACE UNDERHOOD EMISSIONS LABEL. An incorrect "Group" number may be listed on the underhood emissions label for certain model year 2020 vehicles.
M610319 Oct 1, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
VEHICLE WILL NOT UNLOCK USING THE REMOTE CONTROL KEY BUTTON. The vehicle cannot be unlocked using the remote control key button. However, Comfort Access operates normally on the front doors and the tailgate. In addition, the Check Control M
M540219 Sep 1, 2019
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
RATTLE NOISE FROM SUNROOF WHILE DRIVING: A rattle noise is present from the sunroof while driving only with the sunroof glass in the closed position.
M540219 Sep 1, 2019
134000 VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
RATTLE NOISE FROM SUNROOF WHILE DRIVING: A rattle noise is present from the sunroof while driving only with the sunroof glass in the closed position.

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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.

AQ15004 Opened: Sep 24, 2015 , Closed: Oct 2, 2017
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
AQ15003 Opened: Aug 18, 2015 , Closed: Aug 23, 2016
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
EA11005 Opened: May 4, 2011 , Closed: Jan 5, 2016
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... Read more
EA07011 Opened: Aug 14, 2007 , Closed: Aug 13, 2008
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
PE07022 Opened: Apr 19, 2007 , Closed: Aug 15, 2007
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
PE05053 Opened: Sep 27, 2005 , Closed: Mar 1, 2006
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
DP05006 Opened: Sep 19, 2005 , Closed: Oct 6, 2005
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 (current) 7 45
2013 1 72 View
2012 1 96 View
2011 1 129 View
2010 2 142 View
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