2017 MINI COOPER Recalls (2)

Campaign:
16V914000 on 12/19/2016
Component:
Air bags
Manufactured:
08/22/2016 - 09/15/2016
Affected:
3,506
Defect:
Bmw of north america, llc (bmw) is recalling certain model year 2017 bmw 640i, 640i xdrive, 650i, 650i xdrive, m6, 535i, 535i xdrive, 430i, 430i xdrive, 440i, 440i xdrive, m4, x1 sdrive28i, x1 xdrive28i, i3, i8, rolls-royce dawn, mini clubman cooper, clubman cooper s, cooper all4, cooper s all4, mini 4-door cooper, cooper s, mini 2-door cooper, cooper s, john cooper works and 2016 bmw 528i, 528i xdrive, 535i, 535i xdrive, 550i, 550i xdrive, m5 and 535d vehicles. the affected vehicles have seat- mounted side air bag inflator initiators that may fail to ignite during a crash.
Consequence:
If the air bag inflator initiator fails to ignite, the seat-mounted air bag will not deploy, increasing the risk of injury.
Correction:
Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air bag modules, free of charge. the recall began february 6, 2017. 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.

2017 MINI COOPER TSBs (96)

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:
M620118
Component:
353000 equipment:electrical
Summary:
Board computer is missing from instrument cluster: the on-board computer (bc) function is missing from the instrument cluster (kombi).
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:
M120518
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
Dme fault code cdc203: one or more of the following check control messages (ccm) is displayed:
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:
M410217
Component:
160000 structure
Summary:
Service action: left side sill inspection-repair: a possible crack may cause water leakage into internal vehicle structures with subsequent corrosion
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:
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:
M120917
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
The engine starter intermittently does not crank over: the engine will not start, either consistently or intermittently.
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:
M510117
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
? tailgate acoustic warning not loud enough . automatic tailgate activation is accompanied by an acoustic warning signal indicating the tailgate is in motion. the warning signal has been reported to be not loud enough to be effectively hea
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:
M160117
Component:
070000 fuel system, gasoline
Summary:
Fuel level led indicator - incomplete. fuel level indicator upper led does not illuminate even though tank has been filled until autoshutoff.
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:
M610117
Component:
136000 visibility:windshield wiper/washer
Summary:
?windshield washer system not working. the windshield washer reservoir is filled but no fluid is dispensed onto windshield when system is activated. restriction of supply hose caused by kink in hose or incorrect hose routing.
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:
M610217
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
"mil active - eme fc 222f96. malfunction indicator lamp (mil) is illuminated. electrical machine electronics (eme) has stored fault code fc 222f96. cc message ""malfunction indicator lamp"" (ccm id:34) is displayed."
Bulletin:
M720117
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Noise from head air bag. during low outdoor temperatures, with the doors and windows closed, a metallic whirring noise is detected in the area of the head air bag (hps).
Bulletin:
M120717
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Service action: replace the integrated supply module. the integrated supply module installed at production may not meet the service life quality requirements. this could cause the engine not to start.
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:
M510417
Component:
162800 structure:body:hood
Summary:
Service action: hood release bowden cable positioning. tank ventilation line and/or hood release bowden cable may have been damaged. the hood release bowden cable is unsecured and in contact with the tank ventilation line.
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:
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:
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:
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:
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:
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:
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

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