2007–2014 MINI Cooper Clubman, Cooper, Cooper S and more recall: Electrical system
Recall at a glance
- Campaign number
- 23V337000
- Reported
- May 11, 2023
- Manufacturer
- BMW of North America, LLC
- Part
- Electrical system
- Vehicles affected
- About 97,933
What is wrong
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2008-2014 MINI Clubman Cooper, Clubman Cooper S, Clubman John Cooper Works, and 2007-2013 MINI Hardtop 2-Door Cooper, Cooper S, and John Cooper Works vehicles sold, or ever registered, in Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Dakota, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, Washington D.C., and Wisconsin. The electronic control module in the driver's side footwell area may short-circuit, due to corrosion from water and road salt.
Safety risk
An electrical short-circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the sunroof drains, interior footwell area, and FRM and, depending upon the results of the inspection, certain components will be replaced. Owner notification letters were mailed May 13, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-866-825-1525.
Affected models
Model years listed by NHTSA for this campaign. Only vehicles within the build range in the notice are affected.
Notes from the notice
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.nhtsa.gov.
Frequently asked questions
Which vehicles are affected by this recall?
MINI Cooper (2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013); MINI Cooper Clubman (2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014); MINI Cooper S (2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013); MINI Jcw (2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013). Check your VIN to confirm.
What is the safety risk?
An electrical short-circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
What is the fix?
Dealers will inspect the sunroof drains, interior footwell area, and FRM and, depending upon the results of the inspection, certain components will be replaced. Owner notification letters were mailed May 13, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-866-825-1525.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.