2008 MINI COOPER S Recalls (4)

Campaign:
08V657000 on 12/11/2008
Component:
Engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe
Manufactured:
11/17/2006 - 07/07/2008
Affected:
28,450
Defect:
Bmw is recalling 28,450 my 2007-2008 mini cooper s vehicles. the centrally located tailpipe extension protrudes slightly beyond the rear bumper. it is possible for inadvertent contact to occur with a person's leg.
Consequence:
If the tailpipe extension is hot during inadvertent contact, a burn could occur.
Correction:
Dealers will replace the tailpipe with a new shorter tailpipe free of charge. the recall is expected to begin during january 2009. owners may contact bmw at 1-866-275-6464.
Notes:
Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Campaign:
12V008000 on 01/11/2012
Component:
Engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline:turbo-charger
Manufactured:
11/13/2006 - 10/26/2010
Affected:
90,368
Defect:
Bmw is recalling certain model year 2007-2011 mini cooper s, 2008-2011 mini cooper s clubman, 2009-2011 mini cooper s convertible, 2009-2011 mini cooper jcw, 2009-2011 mini cooper jcw clubman, 2009-2011 cooper jcw convertible, and 2011 cooper s countryman passenger cars manufactured from november 14, 2006, through january 18, 2011. the electric auxiliary water pump that cools the turbocharger has an electronic circuit board that can malfunction and overheat.
Consequence:
The circuit board may smolder which could result in a vehicle fire.
Correction:
Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will replace the water pump free of charge. the safety recall beganduring february 2012. owners may contact bmw at 1-866-275-6464.
Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Campaign:
18V248000 on 04/19/2018
Component:
Engine and engine cooling:engine
Manufactured:
06/27/2007 - 09/22/2011
Affected:
47,806
Defect:
Bmw of north america, llc (bmw) is recalling certain 2011-2012 bmw 550i, 550i xdrive, 550i gran turismo, 550i gran turismo xdrive, 750i, 750li, 750i xdrive, 750li xdrive, 760li, x5 xdrive50i, x5 m, x6 xdrive50i, x6 m, activehybrid7, mini cooper s convertible, john cooper works (jcw) convertible, cooper s countryman, cooper s countryman all4, cooper s, jcw, cooper s clubman, jcw clubman, cooper s roadster, jcw roadster, cooper s coupe, jcw coupe and rolls-royce ghost, 2011 bmw x6 hybrid and 2012 bmw 650i coupe, 650i xdrive coupe, 650i convertible and 650i xdrive convertible vehicles. the electric auxiliary water pump may fail and cause the circuit board to overheat.
Consequence:
If the circuit board were to overheat, it can increase the risk of a fire.
Correction:
Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will replace the electric auxiliary water pump, free of charge. depending on the model, there are currently limited parts available, however not all parts are available at this time. owners will be notified of the recall beginning june 11, 2018, and will receive a second notification when remedy parts become available. owners may contact bmw customer service at bmw 1-800-525-7417, mini at 1-866-825-1525, or rolls-royce at 1-877-877-3735. note: bmw recommends that owners park their vehicle outdoors until the recall remedy has been performed.
Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:
18V248000 on 04/19/2018
Component:
Engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline:turbo-charger
Manufactured:
06/27/2007 - 09/22/2011
Affected:
47,806
Defect:
Bmw of north america, llc (bmw) is recalling certain 2011-2012 bmw 550i, 550i xdrive, 550i gran turismo, 550i gran turismo xdrive, 750i, 750li, 750i xdrive, 750li xdrive, 760li, x5 xdrive50i, x5 m, x6 xdrive50i, x6 m, activehybrid7, mini cooper s convertible, john cooper works (jcw) convertible, cooper s countryman, cooper s countryman all4, cooper s, jcw, cooper s clubman, jcw clubman, cooper s roadster, jcw roadster, cooper s coupe, jcw coupe and rolls-royce ghost, 2011 bmw x6 hybrid and 2012 bmw 650i coupe, 650i xdrive coupe, 650i convertible and 650i xdrive convertible vehicles. the electric auxiliary water pump may fail and cause the circuit board to overheat.
Consequence:
If the circuit board were to overheat, it can increase the risk of a fire.
Correction:
Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will replace the electric auxiliary water pump, free of charge. depending on the model, there are currently limited parts available, however not all parts are available at this time. owners will be notified of the recall beginning june 11, 2018, and will receive a second notification when remedy parts become available. owners may contact bmw customer service at bmw 1-800-525-7417, mini at 1-866-825-1525, or rolls-royce at 1-877-877-3735. note: bmw recommends that owners park their vehicle outdoors until the recall remedy has been performed.
Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

2008 MINI COOPER S TSBs (54)

Bulletin:
SI M64-02-08
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Mini: driver footwell area becomes hot. the hearter core pipes are poorly insulated. model r56. *pe
Bulletin:
SI M24 01 08
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Mini: r55, r56 (cooper, cooper s) with f21 asin 6-speed automatic transmission - incorrect gear display. *pe
Bulletin:
SI M21-03-08
Component:
102000 power train:manual transmission
Summary:
Mini- r5 & r56 (cooper; cooper s) with getrag 6 speed manual transmission: complaint of an intermittent no-crank, no start situation. the clutch switch module has not been secured in the correct position on the clutch master cylinder. *
Bulletin:
SI-M-51-09-08
Component:
162300 structure:body:door
Summary:
Mini: rear split door opening problems. one or both of the rear split doors intermittently have functional problems. the door(s) may not unlatch when the lever on the handle is pulled or the latch may release unexpectedly without being pul
Bulletin:
SIM-11-03-08
Component:
061120 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline:turbo-charger
Summary:
Mini: turbocharger failure; oil supply line blockage. loss of performance and turbocharger noise. *pe updated 8/16/11. *pe
Bulletin:
SI-M-65-05-08
Component:
353500 equipment:electrical:navigational system(global positioning system)
Summary:
Mini: check svs function. on certain vehicles, the voice input system (svs sa 620) does not function. the svs was not installed in the vehicles. *pe
Bulletin:
SI-M-61-02-08
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Mini: to improve customer satisfaction with frm related complaints, an enhancement technical support (teileclearing) process has been developed to help identify the root causes of these complaints. *pe
Bulletin:
SIM-12-02-09
Component:
071100 fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly
Summary:
Mini: service engine soon or check gas cap warning is illuminated: tank leakage. leakage is detected in the tank ventilation or evaporative system. *pe
Bulletin:
SI-M63-01-09
Component:
121000 exterior lighting:headlights
Summary:
Mini: while driving or at idle, the headlamps flicker or sporadically move up or down by themselves. the headlamp wiring harness is damaged due to chaffing at the engine ground point. r55 (cooper clubman, cooper s clubman); r56 (cooper, c
Bulletin:
SI-M-63-01-09
Component:
121000 exterior lighting:headlights
Summary:
Mini vehicles: while driving or at idle, the headlamps flicker or sporadically move up or down by themselves. the headlamp wiring harness is damaged due to chaffing at the engine ground point. *pe
Bulletin:
SI-M-11-01-09
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Mini: when replacing the cylinder head cover on a vehicle equipped with the new n14 engine, the cover will look different in appearance. the replacement cover is now equipped with a crankcase ventilation system pressure relief valve. no
Bulletin:
SIM-17-02-07
Component:
062000 engine and engine cooling:cooling system
Summary:
Mini: electric cooling fan runs after engine is shut off. after the engine is shut off, the electric cooling fan continues to run. due to the operating strategy of the dme, the electric cooling fan may continue to run after the engine is
Bulletin:
SIM-13-06-10
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Mini: teileclearing for n14/n18 engine drivability and fuel system. enhanced technical support (teileclearing) process has been developed to help identify the root causes ofcustomer complaints relating to the n14/n18 drivability and fuel
Bulletin:
SIM-11-07-08
Component:
063110 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:emission control:crankcase (pcv)
Summary:
Bmw: description and specifications of crankcase ventilation system. *rm
Bulletin:
SIM-65-06-11
Component:
140000 air bags
Summary:
Bmw: the airbag warning light is on with a fault stored. the wiring under the seat may be pinched or damaged. *rm
Bulletin:
SB-1227
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Bmw service campaign: see document search button for owner letter. there may be a problem with a vapor recovery pump which will cause the service engine soon light to come on. *rm
Bulletin:
SIM-17-01-10
Component:
062000 engine and engine cooling:cooling system
Summary:
Bmw: engine too hot message is displayed with stored trouble codes. the water pump doesnt power up. *rm
Bulletin:
SIM -01-04-10
Component:
072100 fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump
Summary:
Bmw: service engine soon light may be on with stored trouble codes and reduced engine power. the high pressure fuel pump malfunctions. *rm
Bulletin:
SIM-16-01-09
Component:
092100 fuel system, other:delivery:fuel pump
Summary:
Mini: information provided regarding procedure of replacing fuel level sensor due to failure on the right and/or left side. *pe
Bulletin:
SI-M51-02-12
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Mini: installation of a heat shield for the bonnet intake air grill. *kb
Bulletin:
SI-M61-01-12
Component:
170000 latches/locks/linkages
Summary:
Mini: after drive-away locking activates, it is not possible to unlock the boot. *kb
Bulletin:
SIM-65-08-03
Component:
140000 air bags
Summary:
Bmw mini: airbag warning light is on: mrs fc 02, 03, 05, 06. *kb
Bulletin:
SIM-11-01-12
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
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.
Bulletin:
SIM-11-03-12
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Mini: when resealing engine oil pan, engine oil pan gasket replacement should no longer be used due to causing sealing flange becoming deformed. models r55, r56, r59, r60, r57, and r58. no model years listed. *pe
Bulletin:
SIM-12-07-12
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Mini: there is a software error causing the service engine soon light to be illuminated that is related to valvetronic diagnostics. models r55, r56, r58, r57, r60, r59. no model years listed. *pe
Bulletin:
SI-M-13-01-13
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
Mini: there is a procedural error in the removing and installing or replacing high pressure pump current version that has been replaced with the corrected repair instruction portion for the n14 and n18 engine. models r55, 56, 57, 58, 59, 6
Bulletin:
SIM-01-05-14
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
Mini: information on parts warranty extension applying to previous qualifying repairs and no immediate repair required unless currently experiencing problem with cvt assembly or component. model 2005-2008 cooper, cooper s. *pe
Bulletin:
SIM-61-05-14
Component:
136000 visibility:windshield wiper/washer
Summary:
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
Bulletin:
SIM-11-10-14
Component:
061120 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline:turbo-charger
Summary:
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
Bulletin:
11 02 15
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
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
Bulletin:
11 06 15
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Mini: different faults activates engine malfunction and oil warning. *ma
Bulletin:
12 05 15
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Mini: due to faulty dme software, the service engine lights comes on, including the check control message for motor force decrease. *ma
Bulletin:
12 06 15
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Mini: because of the dme software, and a damaged clutch, the drivetrain malfunction check message appear. *ma
Bulletin:
12 07 15
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Mini: faulty software causes the check control and engine power reduced light to appear. *ma
Bulletin:
M240118
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
Aisin automatic transmisison: right side output shaft seal replacement
Bulletin:
M650610
Component:
118000 electrical system: software
Summary:
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:
Bulletin:
M650610
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
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:
Bulletin:
M170115
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Engine cranks, no start and/or engine coolant temperature faults: note: the engine may also exhibit the same starting behavior as in situation1.
Bulletin:
M640114
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
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
Bulletin:
BMWDEC0116
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
"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
Bulletin:
M011216
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
"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
Bulletin:
M651016
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
"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
Bulletin:
M360215
Component:
190000 tires
Summary:
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.
Bulletin:
M640215
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
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
Bulletin:
M651015
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
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
Bulletin:
M010716
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
"n14 engine timing chain and tensioner: limited warranty extension to 7 years/100,000 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
Bulletin:
M840115
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
"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
Bulletin:
M070115
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
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
Bulletin:
M130115
Component:
070000 fuel system, gasoline
Summary:
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
Bulletin:
M170115
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
"engine cranks, no start and/or engine coolant temperature faults. 1 the engine either exhibits a crank, no start or a hard start (long crank), usually on a cold engine. no faults are stored in the dme. proceed to correction 1 for further d
Bulletin:
M610607
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
"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""
Bulletin:
M011014
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
"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
Bulletin:
M640215
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
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
Bulletin:
M210114
Component:
061200 engine and engine cooling:engine:diesel
Summary:
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

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