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US recalls (2)
Electrical system
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.
Risk and remedy
Risk: An electrical short-circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: 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.
Equipment: other, labels
BMW IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010 MINI COOPER AND COOPER S VEHICLES FOR FAILING COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS." THE AFFECTED VEHICLES WERE EQUIPPED WITH 17 INCH WHEELS, BUT THEIR LABEL STATES THAT THEY WERE EQUIPPED WITH 16 INCH WHEELS. ALSO THE TIRE PRESSURE STATED ON THE LABEL FOR THE COOPER S IS INCORRECT.
Risk and remedy
Risk: ERRONEOUS TIRE INFORMATION COULD LEAD TO IMPROPER TIRE FITMENT AND INFLATION WHICH COULD AFFECT THE DURABILITY OF THE TIRE AND THE STABILITY OF THE VEHICLE, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL MAIL TO CONSUMERS THE CORRECTED LABEL OR THE CUSTOMER WILL HAVE THE OPTION FOR DEALERS TO INSTALL THE LABEL FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 4, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BMW AT 1-800-831-1117.
Canadian recalls (3)
Show 3 Canadian recalls
Electrical
2023-05-11 · campaign 2023-281
Issue:
On certain vehicles, the footwell module (FRM) may become contaminated by a mixture of salt and moisture inside the vehicle. Over time, this can lead to corrosion that could cause a short circuit.
Safety Risk:
A short circuit can create a fire risk, even while the vehicle is parked and turned off.
Corrective actions:
BMW will notify owners by mail. The corrective actions for this recall are under development.
BMW advises that you should park your vehicle outdoors and away from other vehicles or structures until the recall repairs have been completed.
Electrical
2018-10-03 · campaign 2018-544
On certain vehicles, the footwell module (FRM3) may become contaminated by a mixture of salt and moisture which could lead to corrosion over time. This could cause a short circuit, resulting in overheating of the module that could lead to a fire causing injury and/or damage to property. Correction: Dealers will inspect the footwell module, and replace if necessary. A protective film will be also installed over the module. Note: Owners are advised to park the vehicle outdoors until the recall repairs have been completed.
Label
2009-12-17 · campaign 2009-358 · 163 vehicles
On certain vehicles, the tire information label may have the wrong tire size or the wrong tire pressure. Correction: Dealers will install new tire information labels on affected vehicles.
Owner complaints (92)
Owners filed 92 complaints with NHTSA about the 2010 MINI Cooper (3 crashes, 7 fires, 9 injuries reported). Among 26 model years of this model, it ranks #9 for the most complaints (median 47).
| Most-reported problem | Complaints | |
|---|
| Engine | 32 | |
| Electrical system | 29 | |
| Air bags | 21 | |
| Exterior lighting | 11 | |
| Engine and engine cooling | 8 | |
| Unknown or other | 8 | |
| Seats | 5 | |
| Seat belts | 5 | |
Crash test ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2010 MINI Cooper.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|
| 2010 MINI Cooper Convertible w/SAB | – | – | – | – |
| 2010 MINI Cooper w/SAB | – | – | – | – |
Fuel economy
EPA ratings for each 2010 MINI Cooper version.
| Version | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined | Yearly fuel cost |
|---|
| Cooper 1.6 L Automatic (S6) | 25 | 33 | 28 | $2,950 |
| Cooper 1.6 L Manual 6-spd | 28 | 37 | 32 | $2,550 |
| Cooper Convertible 1.6 L Manual 6-spd | 28 | 36 | 31 | $2,650 |
| Cooper Convertible 1.6 L Automatic (S6) | 25 | 33 | 28 | $2,950 |
| Cooper S 1.6 L Manual 6-spd | 26 | 34 | 29 | $2,850 |
| Cooper S 1.6 L Automatic (S6) | 24 | 32 | 27 | $3,050 |
| Cooper S Convertible 1.6 L Manual 6-spd | 26 | 34 | 29 | $2,850 |
| Cooper S Convertible 1.6 L Automatic (S6) | 24 | 32 | 27 | $3,050 |
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