Recalls ·2008 MINI Cooper

2008 MINI Cooper recalls and complaints

NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2008 MINI Cooper; the most frequently affected component is electrical system. Owners filed 283 complaints, most often about air bags. Among the 12 model years of this model in the database, 2008 ranks #8 for number of recalls.

Recalls1
Complaints283

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Recalls (1)

Electrical systemCampaign 23V337000 · 11 May 2023

Problem: 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: 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.

What owners complain about

Share of the 27 most recent complaints stored for this model year, by component. Owners can list more than one component.

Air bags12 · 44%
Engine8 · 30%
Electrical system6 · 22%
Vehicle speed control2 · 7%
Unknown or other1 · 4%
Seat belts1 · 4%
Power train1 · 4%
Seats1 · 4%

When complaints were filed

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20202
20214
20224
20237
20242

From owner complaints

Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Airbag Warning Light has come on indicating a malfunction with this safety system and consequently that the airbag safety system may not deploy in the event of an accident. This problem is not unique to my specific vehicle and appears to be a very common issue amongst BMW Mini…

Air bags · Jul 2022 · NHTSA complaint record

The contact owns a 2008 Mini Cooper. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V337000 (Electrical System) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the…

Electrical system · Apr 2023 · NHTSA complaint record

The contact owns a 2008 Mini Cooper Hardtop. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V337000 (Electrical System) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was not contacted and determined that the parts were unavailable. The contact stated that the…

Electrical system · Oct 2023 · NHTSA complaint record

The contact owns a 2008 Mini Cooper. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V337000 (Electrical System) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact stated that the…

Electrical system · Mar 2023 · NHTSA complaint record

How this year compares

Recalls per model year for this model.

20025
20034
20044
20054
20061
20071
20081
20091
20102
20111
20121
20131

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Source

Recall and complaint records from the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). A recall listed here may not apply to every vehicle of this model year — always check your VIN with NHTSA or a dealer.

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