2016 MINI COOPER Recalls (5)

Campaign:
15V628000 on 10/06/2015
Component:
Air bags:passenger side frontal
Manufactured:
03/09/2014 - 08/23/2015
Affected:
6,073
Defect:
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 may not deploy properly in a low speed crash. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 208, "occupant crash protection."
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.
Correction:
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.
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:
15V628000 on 10/06/2015
Component:
Air bags:passenger side frontal
Manufactured:
03/09/2014 - 08/23/2015
Affected:
6,073
Defect:
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 may not deploy properly in a low speed crash. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 208, "occupant crash protection."
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.
Correction:
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.
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:
15V628000 on 10/06/2015
Component:
Air bags:passenger side frontal
Manufactured:
03/09/2014 - 08/23/2015
Affected:
6,073
Defect:
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 may not deploy properly in a low speed crash. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 208, "occupant crash protection."
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.
Correction:
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.
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:
15V887000 on 12/29/2015
Component:
Steering:gear box (other than rack and pinion)
Manufactured:
11/23/2015 - 11/23/2015
Affected:
2
Defect:
Bmw of north america, llc (bmw) is recalling one model year 2016 mini cooper hardtop 2 door vehicle manufactured november 24, 2015, and one bmw x1 sports activity vehicle (sav) manufactured october, 19 2015. the steering gearbox may have been manufactured with incorrect parts.
Consequence:
A gearbox malfunction may cause a loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of a crash.
Correction:
Bmw will replace the steering gearbox, free of charge. affected vehicles are located in dealer inventory and will be remedied before customer retail. the recall began on december 28, 2015. owners may contact bmw customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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:
17V222000 on 04/02/2017
Component:
Exterior lighting:brake lights
Manufactured:
08/31/2015 - 03/22/2017
Affected:
16,883
Defect:
Bmw of north america, llc (bmw) is recalling certain 2016-2017 mini cooper clubman, cooper s clubman and jcw clubman vehicles. when the affected vehicles are braking and the turn signals are on, the inner, bumper-mounted, brake light will go out. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
Consequence:
If the brake light does not illuminate when a turn signal is activated, other drivers may be confused, increasing the risk of a crash.
Correction:
Mini will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the vehicle to correct the brake lighting, free of charge. the recall began may 22, 2017. owners may contact mini customer service at 1-866-825-1525.
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.

2016 MINI COOPER TSBs (145)

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 04 15
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Mini: due to faulty installation of crankshaft sensor, catalytic converter, powertrain, fuel high pressure, and boost pressure control, customer complaints of noise from lower engine, loss of power, decrease in engine speed and depressed c
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 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:
M610216
Component:
341000 communications:horn assembly
Summary:
Horn does not work: horn operation is difficult or impossible.
Bulletin:
M620217
Component:
091200 fuel system, other:storage:fuel gauge system
Summary:
Fuel gauge erroneous display: vehicle runs out of fuel but the instrument cluster still displays fuel remaining in the tank.
Bulletin:
M840218
Component:
353400 equipment:electrical:radio/tape deck/cd etc.
Summary:
Head unit high resets with connection of iphone 8, iphone 8 plus or iphone x
Bulletin:
M120318
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
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.
Bulletin:
M120318
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
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.
Bulletin:
M120418
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Noise coming from oil filter area after a cold start: repeating fizzing noise may be heard from the engine oil filter area after a cold start.
Bulletin:
M120718
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Rough running with various vanos faults: the check engine light is illuminated and the vehicle may run rough.
Bulletin:
M540417
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
Service action: reworking the soft top bow bearing: the adjusting element interferes with the soft top and it may or may not cause chafing of the convertible top fabric at the c-pillar area as shown below.
Bulletin:
M630118
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Service action: replace the left front light electronics control module: the fle_l (front light electronic _ left) module - left side malfunctions.
Bulletin:
M630318
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Service action: replace the light electronics control modules on both sides: the fle (front light electronic) module on both sides malfunctions.
Bulletin:
M650617
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
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
Bulletin:
M120917
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
The engine starter intermittently does not crank over: the engine will not start, either consistently or intermittently.
Bulletin:
M320116
Component:
010000 steering
Summary:
Eps intermittent assist failure, fc 4823fa: the steering assistance fails after several, consecutive parking maneuvers or sustained hold at the end stop.
Bulletin:
M510715
Component:
160000 structure
Summary:
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.
Bulletin:
M510817
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Trunk open message on cluster: check control message (ccm) òtrunk openó message is displayed.
Bulletin:
M520217
Component:
220000 seats
Summary:
Seat memory settings save: no audible confirmation: saving of seat memory settings (memory 1 or memory 2) by pressing the memory button is not confirmed by an audible response.
Bulletin:
M660617
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Emergency start function does not work with dead remote battery: remote battery is dead.
Bulletin:
M130118
Component:
063140 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:emission control:catalytic convertor
Summary:
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:
Bulletin:
M340317
Component:
030000 brakes (pws)
Summary:
Premature rear brake wear: ehicles with total mileage below approx. 12,500 may experience premature wear of the rear brakes.
Bulletin:
M510516
Component:
162600 structure:body:hatchback/liftgate
Summary:
Water leak in rear hatch: water is found in trunk area.
Bulletin:
M610216
Component:
341000 communications:horn assembly
Summary:
Horn does not work: horn operation is difficult or impossible.
Bulletin:
M620415
Component:
117000 digital instrument panel
Summary:
Instrument cluster outside temperature display implausible: in the instrument cluster (kombi) display you may observe an implausible outside temperature reading.
Bulletin:
M660218
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
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.
Bulletin:
M840418
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Iphone: call list missing after restart: the call list from iphone 8 or iphone x, that is displayed, is missing after cycling the ignition.
Bulletin:
M840518
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
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:
Bulletin:
M110117
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
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.
Bulletin:
M220317
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
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
Bulletin:
M650118
Component:
353400 equipment:electrical:radio/tape deck/cd etc.
Summary:
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.
Bulletin:
M120618
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
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.
Bulletin:
M510715
Component:
160000 structure
Summary:
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.
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:
M840518
Component:
118000 electrical system: software
Summary:
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:
Bulletin:
M510616
Component:
135200 visibility:rearview mirrors/devices:exterior
Summary:
Squeaking noise from power folding exterior rearview mirrors: a squeaking noise can be heard when folding the exterior rear view mirrors in or out.
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:
M540118
Component:
134000 visibility:sun roof assembly
Summary:
Sunroof will not close: the sunroof glass will not close, and the sunroof glass panel may appear twisted in the roof frame.
Bulletin:
M540217
Component:
132000 visibility:glass, side/rear
Summary:
Convertible top rear window damage: when opening the convertible top, the rear window and the luggage compartment cover or convertible top linkage collide causing damage to the rear window.
Bulletin:
M610318
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
The display goes black, vehicle doesnt start again after switching the engine off.: on board computer and navigation system goes black or resets.
Bulletin:
M620218
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
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 òdueó (yellow).
Bulletin:
M840718
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
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:
Bulletin:
M310117
Component:
020000 suspension
Summary:
Front suspension ride height has dropped. information please refer to the electronic parts catalog (epc), using the vin to locate the part numbers.
Bulletin:
M650117
Component:
220000 seats
Summary:
"air bag warning lamp, cc message 'restraint system' . air bag warning indicator sporadically illuminates for short intervals when occupants are exiting the front of the vehicle. check control messages may be displayed as follows: ""restra
Bulletin:
M540117
Component:
162900 structure:body:roof and pillars
Summary:
? headliner interference with rollover trim panel . rollover protection trim panel interferes with headliner during roof retraction. headliner fabric is not sufficiently relaxed to free itself from trim panel.
Bulletin:
M660117
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
? comfort access locking requires multiple button presses . locking vehicle with ca button requires two presses, with up to 3 second delay between presses. body domain controller (bdc) software
Bulletin:
M120117
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
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: z cf0486: egs,pt-can2: line fault/electrical fault it is possible the following check co
Bulletin:
M120217
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
?service action: program control units (dme). due to an error in the obd diagnostics of the dme software, a marginal catalytic convertor or post catalyst oxygen sensor may not be detected as faulty.
Bulletin:
M220117
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Creaking noise when cornering. a creaking noise is heard from the front end of the vehicle while cornering (predominantly left turns) under the following conditions: driving in 1st or 2nd gear; while coasting or accelerating; with an outsid
Bulletin:
M540317
Component:
170000 latches/locks/linkages
Summary:
"convertible top will not completely stow. f57 (cooper, cooper s, cooper works convertible) when attempting to stow the convertible top, it does not compress into a fully locked position on the left side, preventing the soft-top bow cover f
Bulletin:
M630117
Component:
120000 exterior lighting
Summary:
Service cover for the rear light is loose. mounting position of service cover is too low and clearance dimensions between the cover and door are too tight.
Bulletin:
M650417
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
List of available fm radio stations temporarily not available. as of 11/2015, all entry-nav/media head units supplied in new vehicles were upgraded for improved noise characteristics and quality. as a part of this upgrade, the hardware upd
Bulletin:
M120617
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Service action:program control units (dme). during certain driving situations, there could be an uncomfortable transition when slowing or decelerating and then reaccelerating. cause unfavorable dme software
Bulletin:
M220217
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Knocking noise from the engine compartment. there is a knocking noise coming from the engine compartment or the engine shakes during: z engine start z when driving off from a stop z when applying brakes cause damage to the right side engine
Bulletin:
M410117
Component:
162500 structure:body:tailgate
Summary:
Service action: rework tailgate hinge bolts. the tailgate may be hard to open or won?t open. the bolts on the tailgate hinge may not have been tightened to the required torque specification.
Bulletin:
M360115
Component:
199000 tires:pressure monitoring and regulating systems
Summary:
Check control message: tire pressure monitor (rdci) failure. a check control message states tire pressure monitor (rdci) has failed cause hardware failure in the remote control unit (fbd3 antenna).
Bulletin:
M510317
Component:
170000 latches/locks/linkages
Summary:
Left split door won't unlatch. left split door (tailgate) is not able to be opened. when activating remote control unlock, second button push does not unlatch left split door. contact-less foot opening (comfort access) does not unlatch left
Bulletin:
M620117
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Erroneous service inclusive cbs display. after pre-delivery check or after instrument cluster exchange, mini service inclusive is displayed although the vehicle does not feature the optional service inclusive coverage. instrument cluster di
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:
M511616
Component:
200000 wheels
Summary:
Cavity protection wax leaking out of hood. cavity protection applied to underside of hood is leaking out onto wheel arch trim and grille. improper application of cavity protection wax.
Bulletin:
M640217
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
Air conditioning cooling is insufficient. * with option code sa 530 air conditioning or sa 534 automatic air conditioning produced from 2/1/2016 through 9/30/2016. * a/c system contains little or no a/c refrigerant. contaminants under o-ri
Bulletin:
M650717
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
"navigation pro (nbt evo) map update not possible, navigation does not start. a. navigation system will not start at all or the ""navigation system starts"" message is permanently displayed. b. while attempting to update the navigation syst
Bulletin:
M660217
Component:
173100 latches/locks/linkages:tailgate:latch
Summary:
(smart opener) contactless tailgate not able to be deactivated. customer desires to have contactless tailgate opening and closing (smart opener) deactivated. function not included in software released.
Bulletin:
M111316
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Service action: b38 engine - check and replace crankshaft guide bearing. the upper crankshaft guide bearing may wear out prematurely. the wear on the guide bearing can cause the clutch pedal to malfunction during shifting. the engine malfun
Bulletin:
M120816
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Rattling noise under light load. faint rattling noise is heard from engine while under a light load or in a coasting overrun condition. normal turbocharger operational sounds. depending on current integration level, reprogram vehicle to imp
Bulletin:
M511516
Component:
173100 latches/locks/linkages:tailgate:latch
Summary:
"tailgate not locking properly. tailgate only locks on one side, most often on the left side, cc message ""tailgate open"" - when not locked on left side. closing force/speed too low. striker on right or left side of tailgate not set accura
Bulletin:
M111216
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Service action: b46 and b48 engines - check and replace crankshaft guide bearing. the upper crankshaft guide bearing may wear out prematurely. the wear on the guide bearing can cause the clutch pedal to malfunction during shifting. the engi
Bulletin:
M120616
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
"mil light with dme faults 1b2002 and 1f1a51 stored. service engine soon (mil) light is on. both of the following fault codes are stored in digital motor electronics (dme) memory: 1b2002: ""ews protection against tampering: no starting valu
Bulletin:
M210116
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
Groaning noise with clutch operation. clutch operation may exhibit the following characteristics: produces a groaning noise, especially when engine is at operating temperature, during stopand-go travel. noise comes from transmission housing
Bulletin:
M520116
Component:
221700 seats:front assembly:seat heater/cooler
Summary:
Heated seat temperatures insufficient. seat heater output is too low. seat heating mat is ineffective.
Bulletin:
M610216
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Horn does not work. horn operation is difficult or impossible. horn may operate: with a delay after actuation only after pressing on switches very firmly. after repeated, forceful actuation. only when using one or two (of the four) switch c
Bulletin:
M640116
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Water ingress in footwell area from a/c condensate drain this service information bulletin supersedes si m64 01 16 dated march 2016.. damp front foot-well carpet after long period of air conditioning use. musty odor in the vehicle (moldy, o
Bulletin:
M640214
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
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.
Bulletin:
M120615
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
"engine power reduction with "clutch damaged"" faults stored this service information bulletin supersedes si m12 06 15 dated july 2015. a drivetrain malfunction check control message is displayed, prompting the customer to contact the deale
Bulletin:
M320114
Component:
010000 steering
Summary:
The power assisted steering is unavailable at start up. no communication with the electric power steering (eps). multiple possible fault codes. cause: electric power steering (eps). perform a vehicle test with ista to identify fault code en
Bulletin:
M510516
Component:
161000 structure:frame and members
Summary:
Water leak in rear hatch this service information supersedes si m51 05 16 dated july 2016.. water may be found in trunk area. insufficient sealing of rear hatch.
Bulletin:
M511016
Component:
020000 suspension
Summary:
"service action: checking and reworking pvc seam on strut tower. a pvc seam of the front strut spring tower may not be providing the necessary corrosion protection. improper application of seam sealer. affected vehicles vehicles which requi
Bulletin:
M511316
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
Wind deflector damaged. a rattle may be heard from the wind deflector while driving or, the retaining pins may be broken when installing wind deflector. retaining pins in wind deflector are broken.
Bulletin:
M650816
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Echnical service audio volume not restored after msa stop, entry head unit. volume of audio system (when set to near maximum) is reduced when auto start-stop (msa) stop occurs and is not restored upon automatic engine restart. this is norma
Bulletin:
M650916
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
No sound from the radio, telephone, gong signal and or pdc. poor radio reception and failure of the telematics systems. possible check control system message: battery discharge when engine off, caution, no acoustic warning signals. cause no
Bulletin:
M111316
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Service action: b38 engine - check and replace crankshaft guide bearing. the upper crankshaft guide bearing may wear out prematurely. the wear on the guide bearing can cause the clutch pedal to malfunction during shifting. the engine malfun
Bulletin:
M120716
Component:
062200 engine and engine cooling:cooling system:fan
Summary:
Communication fault for electric fan. the service engine soon light is on with the following fault code stored in the dme: ? 1a2005 - electric fan: communication fault dme software calibration
Bulletin:
M270116
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
F54 all4: fault code 440317 stored in the lmv. the following check control message (ccm) is displayed in the instrument cluster: ccm 350: driving stabilization. drive at a moderate speed. the following entry is present in the fault memory o
Bulletin:
M310115
Component:
021000 suspension:front
Summary:
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.
Bulletin:
M310315
Component:
021000 suspension:front
Summary:
Cracking noise in the area of the front axle support/wishbone this service information bulletin supersedes si 31 03 15 dated february 2016. cracking noise coming from the area of the front axle when driving over rough road surfaces, railroa
Bulletin:
M320116
Component:
010000 steering
Summary:
"eps intermittent assist failure, fc 4823fa. the steering assistance fails after several, consecutive parking maneuvers or sustained hold at the end stop. eps assistance starts functioning again after a few minutes. and, fault code 4823fa (
Bulletin:
M340316
Component:
030000 service brakes, hydraulic
Summary:
The front outer brake pads are worn more than the inner pads. the brake pad wear indicator has not been activated. very aggressive driving
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:
M650616
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Fm radio interference. poor radio reception quality, short interruptions or a hissing noise in fm radio mode on weak radio stations. the wire harness which is run underneath the amplifier may be influenced by electro-magnetic interference (
Bulletin:
M110215
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
B38 and b48 engines: rough running and various faults for camshaft sensor signal and vanos control stored in the dme. the engine runs rough and the malfunction warning is illuminated. one or more of the following faults are stored in the dm
Bulletin:
M250214
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
"eautomatic transmission selector lever will not move out of park. the transmission selector lever cannot be disengaged from the ""p"" position. this can occur very randomly and is difficult to reproduce. no faults are stored in the egs con
Bulletin:
M510414
Component:
162300 structure:body:door
Summary:
Driver's side exterior door handle cover cap is loose. the driver's side exterior door handle cover cap is loose or missing. driver's side exterior door handle.
Bulletin:
M610115
Component:
010000 steering
Summary:
Noise from steering column switch center when turning. the customer states that there is a grating or scraping noise when the steering wheel is turned. the noise comes from the area of the steering column switch center (szl). when turning t
Bulletin:
M610215
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
"check control message ""battery discharge"" displays intermittently. the customer states that a ""battery discharge"" check control message is displayed intermittently when the vehicle is started. the following fault code is also stored: d
Bulletin:
M640214
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Foul odor when switching on a/c. the customer states there is a foul smell when the a/c is first turned on. it lasts for five minutes. defective coating on the evaporator, allowing bacteria to form.
Bulletin:
M650115
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
Hu-h headunit: navigation system road map usage. information for the us market, all vehicles come pre-loaded from the factory with the latest navigation system road map database version that was available at the time of vehicle production.
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:
M510215
Component:
355100 equipment:other:labels
Summary:
"affected vehicles in dealer inventory must not be retailed or delivered until this issue is corrected. vehicles at ports of entry will be remedied prior to dealer delivery. on affected vehicles, there is an incorrect label regarding the ap
Bulletin:
M120915
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Intermittent poor throttle response at high ambient temperatures. the engine throttle response from a stop can intermittently be sluggish when the outside ambient temperatures are higher. additionally, this can be more noticeable when the f
Bulletin:
M210115
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
"b38, b46, and b48 engines: clutch operation, engine noise, and drivability complaints. the vehicle exhibits one the following complaints: ? the customer notices an increased level of ""free play"" in the clutch pedal when changing gears. ?
Bulletin:
M620115
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Door open message displayed, even though door is closed. the customer complains that while driving, a ccm (check control message) indicates the doors are open, even though they are closed. also, sometimes the gong will sound and the interio
Bulletin:
M640214
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Foul odor when switching on a/c. the customer states there is a foul smell when the a/c is first turned on. it lasts for five minutes. incorrect fin gap on the evaporator allows water to collect and bacteria to form
Bulletin:
M110615
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Engine electrical september 2015 technical service. this service information bulletin supersedes si b11 06 15 dated july 2015. designates changes to this revision subject b38, b46 and b48 engines: various faults related to engine oil press
Bulletin:
M310215
Component:
021400 suspension:front:macpherson strut
Summary:
In isolated cases, during the vehicles assembly, it is possible that one of the front spring struts was not correctly positioned in the swivel bearing.
Bulletin:
M330115
Component:
022400 suspension:rear:shock absorber
Summary:
Noises from the rear axle shock absorber. the customer complains about a hammering noise from the rear axle area, when driving on rough road surfaces with low ambient temperatures. this noise will disappear with warmer ambient temperature.
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:
M650415
Component:
353500 equipment:electrical:navigational system(global positioning system)
Summary:
Business navigation (hu basic) - not possible to downgrade the navigation map. after replacing the hu basic (entry navigation), the version of the navigation map cannot be downgraded to the version of the replaced hu basic. this is caused b
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:
M111016
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
"thermostat faults (b-engines). the service engine soon light is on. a check control message for ""engine overheated"" and or ""exercise caution!"" may also display. the following fault codes may be stored in the dme: 1d2401 - characteristi
Bulletin:
M310115
Component:
021244 suspension:front:springs:leaf spring assembly:u-bolt, leaf spring to axle
Summary:
A groaning and/or squeaking noise from the front axle occurs when turning at low speeds or idle.
Bulletin:
M340116
Component:
036500 service brakes, hydraulic:antilock:wheel speed sensor
Summary:
Driving stabilization control failure: abs/dsc instrument lamps lit. abs/dsc lamps lit in instrument cluster. fault codes may be saved in the dsc control unit: 480aad - wheel speed sensor - rear left - smoke monitoring 480aac - wheel speed
Bulletin:
M340216
Component:
036500 service brakes, hydraulic:antilock:wheel speed sensor
Summary:
Driving stabilization control failure: abs/dsc instrument lamps lit- diagnosis. 1. dsc's fault codes stored from two different wheel speed sensors (both front or both rear): 4809b0 - wheel speed sensor - front left - drive off recognition f
Bulletin:
M510616
Component:
135200 visibility:rearview mirrors/devices:exterior
Summary:
Squeaking noise from power folding exterior rearview mirrors. a squeaking noise can be heard when folding the exterior rear view mirrors in or out. tolerances in the exterior rear view mirrors
Bulletin:
M510916
Component:
162500 structure:body:tailgate
Summary:
Tailgate unintentionally opens. trunk/tailgate may open when vehicle is locked. trunk/tailgate may open while the vehicle is in motion. vehicle key trunk/tailgate button may accidentally be pressed, thus opening the tailgate.
Bulletin:
M610116
Component:
131000 visibility:windshield
Summary:
Si m61 01 16 general electrical systems august 2016 technical service front windshield wiper noises this service information bulletin supersedes si m61 01 16 dated april 2016.. customer complains wipers are noisy or chattering during wiper
Bulletin:
M620216
Component:
117000 digital instrument panel
Summary:
Perceived scratch in instrument cluster. information replacing the instrument cluster for this issue will not be covered or reimbursed under mini limited warranties. [ copyright (c)2016 bmw of north america, inc. ] page 1 of 3 page 2 of 2 h
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:
M840214
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
"this service information bulletin supersedes si m84 02 14 dated december 2014. perform the procedure outlined in this service information on all affected vehicles before customer delivery or the next time they are in the shop for maintenan
Bulletin:
M120115
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Engine misfire due to failed ignition coil. ? the check engine or service engine soon (mil) lamp is on with misfire fault(s) stored in the dme. ? intermittent performance or rough running without a relevant dme fault stored the most likely
Bulletin:
M120415
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
"b38, b46 and b48 engines: drivability complaints with crankshaft sensor fault. the vehicle exhibits one of the following complaints: ? loss of power when idling ? at a higher engine speed (above 3,000 rpm), a brief decrease in the engine s
Bulletin:
M310115
Component:
020000 suspension
Summary:
Front axle technical service. front axle noise when turning at low ambient temperatures.
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:
M660115
Component:
118000 electrical system: software
Summary:
Comfort access inoperative. 1. unlocking the vehicle with the comfort access button does not work. 2. lowering both windows with the comfort access button does not work. vehicles with option 6fp (mini visual boost radio) and option 609 (nav
Bulletin:
M110215
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
B38 and b48 engines: rough running and various faults for camshaft sensor signal and vanos control stored in the dme. the engine runs rough and the malfunction warning is illuminated. one or more of the following faults are stored in the dm
Bulletin:
M120415
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
"?si m12 04 15 engine electrical systems june 2015 technical service this service information bulletin supersedes si m12 04 15 dated march 2015. designates changes to this revision subject b38, b46, and b48 engines: engine noise, drivabilit
Bulletin:
M120515
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Engine power reduction with electrical wastegate faults stored. the service engine soon (mil) light is on, along with a check control message for engine power reduction. the following faults can sporadically be stored in the dme: b38m ? 123
Bulletin:
M120615
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
"engine power reduction with ""clutch damaged"" faults stored. a drivetrain malfunction check control message is displayed, prompting the customer to contact the dealer for a service visit. the vehicle drives normally, but fault(s) for a da
Bulletin:
M120715
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
"reduced engine power with misfiring and valvetronic shutdown. the engine misfires with the engine power reduced, and a check control message (ccm) ""drive faulty; drive at moderate speed"" is displayed. various misfire faults and the follo
Bulletin:
M360115
Component:
199000 tires:pressure monitoring and regulating systems
Summary:
Check control message: tire pressure monitor (rdci) failure. a check control message states tire pressure monitor (rdci) has failed cause hardware failure in the remote control unit (fbd3 antenna)
Bulletin:
M640214
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Foul odor when switching on a/c. the customer states there is a foul smell when the a/c is first turned on. it lasts for five minutes. defective coating on the evaporator, allowing bacteria to form
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:
M110715
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
"excessive amount of water condensation may accumulate in the engine's crankcase. with prolonged vehicle storage, water condensation in engine's oil may cause oil pump malfunction. affected vehicles this service action involves f55 and f56
Bulletin:
M310115
Component:
020000 suspension
Summary:
Front axle noise when turning at low ambient temperatures. a groaning and/or squeaking noise from the front axle occurs when turning at low speeds or idle. the noise is most noticeable at low temperatures (approx. 32 degrees f), but not at
Bulletin:
M330115
Component:
020000 suspension
Summary:
Noises from the rear axle shock absorber. the customer complains about a hammering noise from the rear axle area, when driving on rough road surfaces with low ambient temperatures. this noise will disappear with warmer ambient temperature.
Bulletin:
M510715
Component:
160000 structure
Summary:
Paint on the b-pillar is scratched/damaged. the paint finish on the b-pillar (above the door stricker) is scratched due to the inner door cavity window seal. the door window cavity seal rubber is too hard and scuffs the b-pillar area when o
Bulletin:
M620115
Component:
160000 structure
Summary:
Door open message displayed, even though door is closed. while driving, a ccm (check control message) indicates the doors are open, even though they are closed. also, sometimes the gong will sound and the interior lights will go on and off.
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:
M640315
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
"intermittent failure of the blower motor. intermittent failure of the blower motor at high vehicle speeds and/or strong headwinds. the fault code ""0x801204 - blower output stage: short circuit or blocked"" is stored in ihx_i1 (heater-air
Bulletin:
M120415
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
"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
Bulletin:
M210115
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
"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
Bulletin:
M620415
Component:
117000 digital instrument panel
Summary:
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
Bulletin:
M640214
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
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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