2015 MINI JOHN COOPER WORKS

2 recalls, 0 complaints - 138 TSBs

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

No complaints found for this vehicle.

Technical Service Bulletins, 2015 MINI JOHN COOPER WORKS

138 manufacturer communications from 84 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM26
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING20
350000 EQUIPMENT16
060000 ENGINE (PWS)10
100000 POWER TRAIN10
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL5
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)4
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.4
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
SIM840122 Jul 1, 2022
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
SIM840122 Jul 1, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
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
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
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.
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
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
M310115 Mar 1, 2019
020000 SUSPENSION
GROANING/SQUEAKING NOISE FROM THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE. A groaning and/or squeaking noise from the front axle occurs when turning at low speeds or idle. Plastic and elastic deformation of lower ball bearing shell in spring strut support bea
M650117 Mar 1, 2019
140000 AIR BAGS
AIR BAG WARNING LAMP CC MESSAGE 'RESTRAINT SYSTEM' This Service Information bulletin replaces SI M65 01 17 dated February 2017.
M840119 Mar 1, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SAMSUNG SMARTPHONE WITH ANDROID 8 NO USB AUDIO PLAYBACK OR CHARGING FUNCTION. The Samsung Smartphone running Android 8.x does not support USB audio playback and/or charging of the device via the USB port.
M840219 Mar 1, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
PHONE CALL AUDIO AUTONOMOUSLY SWITCHES FROM VEHICLE TO PHONE. During an active phone call the call audio autonomously switches from the vehicle hands-free system to the phone.
M230108 Nov 1, 2018
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
M510817 Oct 1, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TRUNK OPEN MESSAGE ON CLUSTER. Check Control Message (CCM) "Trunk Open" message is displayed. Trunk is closed and latched. Improper attachment of trunk lock connector.
M510817 Oct 1, 2018
162700 STRUCTURE:BODY:TRUNK LID
TRUNK OPEN MESSAGE ON CLUSTER. Check Control Message (CCM) "Trunk Open" message is displayed. Trunk is closed and latched. Improper attachment of trunk lock connector.
M540318 Oct 1, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
RATTLE NOISE FROM SUNSHADE WHILE DRIVING. With either of the sunshades fully opened, there is a rattle noise present when driving over rough road surfaces The sunshade is contacting the roof liner trim.
M510916 Sep 1, 2018
162500 STRUCTURE:BODY:TAILGATE
?TAILGATE UNINTENTIONALLY OPENS. Customer inquires about tailgate opening process, mentioning: * Trunk/tailgate may open when vehicle is locked. * Trunk/tailgate may open while the vehicle is in motion. * Vehicle key trunk/tailgate button
M840818 Sep 1, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
?CONNECTEDDRIVE/MINI ASSIST SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS INFORMATION. ConnectedDrive/MINI Assist features are partially or completely inoperative. This Service Information bulletin is being published because vehicles are down for an extended period of
M840818 Sep 1, 2018
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
?CONNECTEDDRIVE/MINI ASSIST SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS INFORMATION. ConnectedDrive/MINI Assist features are partially or completely inoperative. This Service Information bulletin is being published because vehicles are down for an extended period of
M170115 Jul 1, 2018
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
ENGINE CRANKS, NO START AND/OR ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE FAULTS: NOTE: The engine may also exhibit the same starting behavior as in Situation1.
M540118 Jul 1, 2018
134000 VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
SUNROOF WILL NOT CLOSE: The sunroof glass will not close, and the sunroof glass panel may appear twisted in the roof frame.
M610318 Jul 1, 2018
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
THE DISPLAY GOES BLACK, VEHICLE DOESNT START AGAIN AFTER SWITCHING THE ENGINE OFF.: On board computer and navigation system goes black or resets.
M620218 Jul 1, 2018
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
VEHICLE CHECK DISPLAYS DUE IN CBS DATA AFTER RESET FOR 2ND OIL SERVICE: After reset of service interval (e.g. oil change), the vehicle check is displayed as ODueO (yellow).
M840718 Jul 1, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
PHONE CONTACTS: HEADUNIT BASIC 2 SORTING ORDER: Improper sorting of phone contacts, in the on-board computer or in the Central Information Display (CID), upon connecting to the vehicle:
M510616 Jun 1, 2018
135200 VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:EXTERIOR
SQUEAKING NOISE FROM POWER FOLDING EXTERIOR REARVIEW MIRRORS: A squeaking noise can be heard when folding the exterior rear view mirrors in or out.
M640117 Jun 1, 2018
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
FOUL, MUSTY ODOR FROM HVAC: WET FOOTWELL CARPET: The customer reports one, or both, of the following:
M650610 Jun 1, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
NAVIGATION SYSTEM HAS MISSING OR INCORRECT ROAD MAP DATA: The route guidance is inaccurate and therefore irritating to the customer; or it is not possible to locate certain addresses, for instance:
M650617 Jun 1, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
COMPONENT PROTECTION ACTIVE. HEAD UNITS CANNOT BE SWAPPED BETWEEN VEHICLES FOR TESTING.
M120618 May 1, 2018
100000 POWER TRAIN
JCW ENGINE TUNING KIT - ENGINE LOSS OF POWER IN STOP-AND-GO DRIVING: The engine may lose power if the vehicle is decelerated, in gear, to a near stop and then accelerated again.
M120618 May 1, 2018
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
JCW ENGINE TUNING KIT - ENGINE LOSS OF POWER IN STOP-AND-GO DRIVING: The engine may lose power if the vehicle is decelerated, in gear, to a near stop and then accelerated again.
M510715 May 1, 2018
160000 STRUCTURE
PAINT ON THE B-PILLAR IS SCRATCHED/DAMAGED: The paint finish of the door jamb (above the door striker) is scratched due to the inner door cavity window seal.
M510715 May 1, 2018
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
PAINT ON THE B-PILLAR IS SCRATCHED/DAMAGED: The paint finish of the door jamb (above the door striker) is scratched due to the inner door cavity window seal.
M650610 May 1, 2018
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
NAVIGATION SYSTEM HAS MISSING OR INCORRECT ROAD MAP DATA: The route guidance is inaccurate and therefore irritating to the customer; or it is not possible to locate certain addresses, for instance:
M650610 May 1, 2018
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
NAVIGATION SYSTEM HAS MISSING OR INCORRECT ROAD MAP DATA: The route guidance is inaccurate and therefore irritating to the customer; or it is not possible to locate certain addresses, for instance:
M840518 May 1, 2018
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
HEAD UNIT HIGH 2 RESET WHILE BLUETOOTH IS CONNECTED: The following event may cause an unexpected reset of the Head Unit High 2 (NBT EVO) when:
M840518 May 1, 2018
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
HEAD UNIT HIGH 2 RESET WHILE BLUETOOTH IS CONNECTED: The following event may cause an unexpected reset of the Head Unit High 2 (NBT EVO) when:
M130118 Apr 1, 2018
063140 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR
DME FAULT CODE 1B8004 ENVIRONMENTAL AIR CATALYST (EAC) SENSOR: During a service or vehicle test, the DME has the following fault code stored but the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) light is not illuminated:
M510516 Apr 1, 2018
162600 STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE
WATER LEAK IN REAR HATCH: Water is found in trunk area.
M620415 Apr 1, 2018
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE DISPLAY IMPLAUSIBLE: In the Instrument Cluster (Kombi) display you may observe an implausible outside temperature reading.
M660218 Apr 1, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
CHECK CONTROL STATES REMOTE KEY IS MISSING WHEN THE KEY IS LOCATED IN THE VEHICLE: Only vehicles that have been programmed with ISTA 4.10.1x and I-level 18-03-511 or 18-03-512.
M660218 Apr 1, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
CHECK CONTROL STATES REMOTE KEY IS MISSING WHEN THE KEY IS LOCATED IN THE VEHICLE: Only vehicles that have been programmed with ISTA 4.10.1x and I-level 18-03-511 or 18-03-512.
M660218 Apr 1, 2018
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
CHECK CONTROL STATES REMOTE KEY IS MISSING WHEN THE KEY IS LOCATED IN THE VEHICLE: Only vehicles that have been programmed with ISTA 4.10.1x and I-level 18-03-511 or 18-03-512.
M840418 Apr 1, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
IPHONE: CALL LIST MISSING AFTER RESTART: The call list from iPhone 8 or iPhone X, that is displayed, is missing after cycling the ignition.
M840418 Apr 1, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
IPHONE: CALL LIST MISSING AFTER RESTART: The call list from iPhone 8 or iPhone X, that is displayed, is missing after cycling the ignition.
M840418 Apr 1, 2018
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
IPHONE: CALL LIST MISSING AFTER RESTART: The call list from iPhone 8 or iPhone X, that is displayed, is missing after cycling the ignition.
M840518 Apr 1, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
HEAD UNIT HIGH 2 RESET WHILE BLUETOOTH IS CONNECTED: The following event may cause an unexpected reset of the Head Unit High 2 (NBT EVO) when:
M840518 Apr 1, 2018
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
HEAD UNIT HIGH 2 RESET WHILE BLUETOOTH IS CONNECTED: The following event may cause an unexpected reset of the Head Unit High 2 (NBT EVO) when:
M120318 Mar 1, 2018
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
BUZZING NOISE FROM VALVETRONIC MOTOR BEFORE OR AFTER ENGINE OPERATION: Buzzing noise may be heard from the Valvetronic motor when the vehicle is unlocked, before the engine is started, or after engine is turned off.
M120318 Mar 1, 2018
280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION
BUZZING NOISE FROM VALVETRONIC MOTOR BEFORE OR AFTER ENGINE OPERATION: Buzzing noise may be heard from the Valvetronic motor when the vehicle is unlocked, before the engine is started, or after engine is turned off.
M120718 Mar 1, 2018
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
ROUGH RUNNING WITH VARIOUS VANOS FAULTS: The check engine light is illuminated and the vehicle may run rough.
M630118 Mar 1, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SERVICE ACTION: REPLACE THE LEFT FRONT LIGHT ELECTRONICS CONTROL MODULE: The FLE_L (Front Light Electronic _ Left) module - left side malfunctions.
M630318 Mar 1, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SERVICE ACTION: REPLACE THE LIGHT ELECTRONICS CONTROL MODULES ON BOTH SIDES: The FLE (Front Light Electronic) module on both sides malfunctions.
M650617 Mar 1, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
NBT-EVO NEXT GENERATION NAVIGATION PROFESSIONAL: HEAD UNIT CANNOT BE SWAPPED BETWEEN VEHICLES FOR TESTING. COMPONENT PROTECTION ACTIVE: If either the NBT-EVO head unit or Body Domain Controller (BDC) are swapped into a different vehicle the
M650617 Mar 1, 2018
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
NBT-EVO NEXT GENERATION NAVIGATION PROFESSIONAL: HEAD UNIT CANNOT BE SWAPPED BETWEEN VEHICLES FOR TESTING. COMPONENT PROTECTION ACTIVE: If either the NBT-EVO head unit or Body Domain Controller (BDC) are swapped into a different vehicle the
M620217 Feb 1, 2018
091200 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:FUEL GAUGE SYSTEM
FUEL GAUGE ERRONEOUS DISPLAY: Vehicle runs out of fuel but the instrument cluster still displays fuel remaining in the tank.
M010218 Feb 1, 2018
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
N18 THERMOSTAT WITH THERMOSTAT HOUSING: LIMITED WARRANTY EXTENSION TO 10 YEARS/120,000 MILES
M120318 Feb 1, 2018
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
BUZZING NOISE FROM VALVETRONIC MOTOR BEFORE OR AFTER ENGINE OPERATION: Buzzing noise may be heard from the Valvetronic motor when the vehicle is unlocked, before the engine is started, or after engine is turned off.
M110117 Jan 1, 2018
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
FAULT 118002 - MIXTURE TOO RICH SETS DURING WINTER WITH COLD AMBIENT TEMPERATURES: The Service Engine Soon (MIL) light is on with the following fault stored in the DME.
M220317 Jan 1, 2018
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
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
M650118 Jan 1, 2018
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
NO AUDIO PLAYBACK AFTER REPLACING THE HEAD UNIT HIGH 2 (HU-H2): After replacing the Head Unit High (HU-H2) and performing ISTA4 programming there is no audio playback.
M120917 Dec 1, 2017
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
THE ENGINE STARTER INTERMITTENTLY DOES NOT CRANK OVER: The engine will not start, either consistently or intermittently.
M120917 Dec 1, 2017
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
THE ENGINE STARTER INTERMITTENTLY DOES NOT CRANK OVER: The engine will not start, either consistently or intermittently.
M320116 Dec 1, 2017
010000 STEERING
EPS INTERMITTENT ASSIST FAILURE, FC 4823FA: The steering assistance fails after several, consecutive parking maneuvers or sustained hold at the end stop.
M510715 Dec 1, 2017
160000 STRUCTURE
PAINT ON THE B-PILLAR IS SCRATCHED/DAMAGED: The paint finish on the B-pillar (above the door striker) is scratched due to the inner door cavity window seal.
M510817 Dec 1, 2017
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TRUNK OPEN MESSAGE ON CLUSTER: Check Control Message (CCM) OTrunk OpenO message is displayed.
M660617 Nov 1, 2017
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
EMERGENCY START FUNCTION DOES NOT WORK WITH DEAD REMOTE BATTERY: Remote battery is dead.
M110117 Mar 1, 2017
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
"? FAULT 118002 - MIXTURE TOO RICH SETS DURING WINTER WITH COLD AMBIENT TEMPERATURES What's New: ? In the Warranty Information section: defect code, labor operations and additional information are updated . The Service Engine Soon (MIL) lig
M120117 Mar 1, 2017
100000 POWER TRAIN
? MIL IS ON WITH FAULT CF0486 STORED IN THE EGS MODULE . The Service Engine Soon (MIL) light is on. The following fault is stored in the AISIN EGS module: ? CF0486: EGS,PT-CAN2: Line fault/electrical fault It is possible the following Chec
M120117 Mar 1, 2017
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
? MIL IS ON WITH FAULT CF0486 STORED IN THE EGS MODULE . The Service Engine Soon (MIL) light is on. The following fault is stored in the AISIN EGS module: ? CF0486: EGS,PT-CAN2: Line fault/electrical fault It is possible the following Chec
M511416 Mar 1, 2017
130000 VISIBILITY
"? INTERIOR REARVIEW MIRROR MOVES OUT OF POSITION . The ""manually-dimming"" interior rearview mirror does not hold its set position when traveling over rough roads and/or with ""low ambient"" interior temperatures. The pivot ball surface
M650317 Mar 1, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
. INFORMATION Inform the customer that the introduction of these expanded frequencies by the wireless mobile providers may be influencing reception quality. MINI is currently working with the wireless mobile providers in order to improve th
M010316 Aug 1, 2016
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
"B38 AND B48 LEAK DIAGNOSIS MODULE (NVLD): LIMITED WARRANTY EXTENSION TO 10 YEARS/120,000 MILES. INFORMATION For the eligible vehicles, MINI USA a division of BMW of North America, LLC (""MINI USA"") is extending the limited warranty for th
M010316 Aug 1, 2016
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
"B38 AND B48 LEAK DIAGNOSIS MODULE (NVLD): LIMITED WARRANTY EXTENSION TO 10 YEARS/120,000 MILES. INFORMATION For the eligible vehicles, MINI USA a division of BMW of North America, LLC (""MINI USA"") is extending the limited warranty for th
M110715 Apr 1, 2016
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
"This Service Information bulletin and attachment supersedes SI M11 07 15 dated October 2015.. Excessive amount of water condensation may accumulate in the engine's crankcase. With prolonged vehicle storage, water condensation in engine's o
M120815 Apr 1, 2016
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
"Reduced Engine Power with Exhaust Camshaft Sensor Faults Stored. The engine power is reduced and a Check Control Message (CCM) ""Drive Faulty; Drive at moderate speed"" is displayed. The following camshaft position sensor fault is stored i
M120815 Apr 1, 2016
063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
"Reduced Engine Power with Exhaust Camshaft Sensor Faults Stored. The engine power is reduced and a Check Control Message (CCM) ""Drive Faulty; Drive at moderate speed"" is displayed. The following camshaft position sensor fault is stored i
M121214 Apr 1, 2016
100000 POWER TRAIN
"VANOS Faults Stored in DME (Bosch). The Service Engine Soon (MIL) is on and the engine could go into a reduced power mode with the ""Drivetrain Malfunction"" message displayed. One or more of the VANOS faults (listed in the attachment) are
M510316 Apr 1, 2016
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Air Intake Makes Rattle Noise At Engine Idle. Engine has rattle noise from engine compartment. Check Hyperlink for video of rattle noise at engine idle. http://tinyurl.com/zwb8e6s Worn buffer in the battery tray
M610116 Apr 1, 2016
130000 VISIBILITY
Front Windshield Wiper Noises. Customer complains wipers are noisy or chattering during wiper operation. CAUSE Wiper arms out of adjustment and/or windshield cowl misaligned.
M120216 Mar 1, 2016
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Engine will not Start (No Crank). The engine will not crank or the engine loses power while driving, followed by a no crank situation. There is no communication with the DME when diagnosing with ISTA (DME is yellow on control unit tree). In
M121214 Mar 1, 2016
100000 POWER TRAIN
"This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI M12 12 14 dated September 2014. SUBJECT VANOS Faults Stored in DME (Bosch). The Service Engine Soon (MIL) is on and the engine could go into a reduced power mode with the ""Drivetrain Malfunc
M640116 Mar 1, 2016
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Water Ingress In Footwell Area From A/C Condensate Drain. Customer complains of musty odor and/or damp front footwell carpet. CAUSE The A/C condensate drain hose is either blocked by the heatshield or not attached properly to the the housin
M640216 Mar 1, 2016
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
"Air Conditioning Refrigerant R1234yf Introduction. INFORMATION Highlights of R-1234yf Meets SAE J2888_201301 ""This SAE Standard covers fittings, couplers, and hoses intended for connecting service hoses from mobile air- conditioning Syste
M650216 Mar 1, 2016
353100 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ANTI-THEFT DEVICES
False Alarms of the Anti-Theft Alarm System. The alarm (DWA) siren continues to activate after locking vehicle A device is connected to the On-Board Diagnostics (OBD) port of the vehicle. This keeps the Ethernet communication line active wh
M650316 Mar 1, 2016
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
NBT and Entry Head Unit Software Update for Improved Satellite Radio Reception. Poor Satellite Radio reception CAUSE After this software update there is a slight improvement in Satellite Radio reception for these vehicles when receiving the
M650516 Mar 1, 2016
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
Sporadic Failure of Different Audio Channels. Intermittently, different speakers may be inoperative during an entire drive cycle until the vehicle enters sleep mode and the vehicle is restarted. CAUSE Shut-down of output circuit(s) from pre
M651315 Mar 1, 2016
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
Hissing noise from speakers when radio volume is turned down. There is an audible hissing noise from the speakers when there is no active audio source. This noise is most apparent with the engine and climate system fan turned off. Software
M660116 Mar 1, 2016
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
"""Comfort Access Restricted"" Check Control Message is Displayed. ""Comfort Access Restricted"" CCM (Check Control Message) is permanently displayed.. The CCM ID: D0h. The comfort access is functioning correctly. No comfort access aerial f
M090115 Dec 1, 2015
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
New programming feature: Exclusion of Infotainment Control Units from Programming.
M120415 Dec 1, 2015
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
"B38, B46, and B48 Engines: Engine Noise, Drivability Complaints, and Various DME Faults. The vehicle exhibits one the following complaints: z Noise from the lower engine area, described as a high-pitched whine z Loss of power when idling z
M120415 Dec 1, 2015
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
"B38, B46, and B48 Engines: Engine Noise, Drivability Complaints, and Various DME Faults. The vehicle exhibits one the following complaints: z Noise from the lower engine area, described as a high-pitched whine z Loss of power when idling z
M210115 Dec 1, 2015
100000 POWER TRAIN
"B38, B46, and B48 Engines: Clutch Operation, Engine Noise, and Drivability Complaints. The vehicle exhibits one the following complaints: z The customer notices an increased level of ""free play"" in the clutch pedal when changing gears. z
M620415 Dec 1, 2015
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Instrument Cluster Outside Temperature Display Implausible. INFORMATION This service information bulletin provides technical, diagnostic and/or repair-related information. Eligible and Covered Work/Repairs When submitting a claim for the re
M640214 Dec 1, 2015
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Foul Odor when Switching On A/C. The customer reports a foul smell (musty, rotten, and vinegary) when the A/C is first turned on that lasts about five minutes. Micro-filter position too low in the IHKA housing.

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0 Total Complaints
0 Investigations
0 Reported Crashes
0 Reported Fires
0 Reported Deaths

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COOPER S 66 2,180 View
COOPER 65 2,839 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