Ad-free. Influence-free. Powered by consumers.
Skip to Main ContentThe payment for your account couldn't be processed or you've canceled your account with us.
Re-activate
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and BMW are recalling 89,911 Mini Cooper sedans equipped with a turbocharged engine. The electronic circuit board which controls the electrical water pump to cool the turbocharger may malfunction and smolder, possibly leading to an engine fire.
According to the NHTSA and BMW, the recall affects turbocharger-equipped Mini Coopers manufactured from November 2006 through January 2011. The model years of the following Mini Coopers models may be affected :
In February, BMW is expected to begin notifying owners affected by this recall to bring in their Mini Cooper cars to local dealerships where mechanics will replace the water pumps for free.
For more information, consumers can call BMW (toll-free: 866-275-6464) or visit the NHTSA website: www.SaferCar.gov.
Recall: BMW Mini Cooper - Engine and Engine Cooling Campaign ID #: 12V008000 [NHTSA]
—Paul Eng
Build & Buy Car Buying Service
Save thousands off MSRP with upfront dealer pricing information and a transparent car buying experience.
Get Ratings on the go and compare
while you shop
