The problem
BMW is recalling certain model year 2007-2011 Mini cooper s, 2008-2011 Mini cooper s clubman, 2009-2011 Mini cooper s convertible, 2009-2011 Mini cooper jcw, 2009-2011 Mini cooper jcw clubman, 2009-2011 cooper jcw convertible, and 2011 cooper s countryman passenger cars manufactured from November 14, 2006, through January 18, 2011. The electric auxiliary water pump that cools the turbocharger has an electronic circuit board that can malfunction and overheat.
The risk
The circuit board May smolder which could result in a vehicle fire.
The fix
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the water pump free of charge. The safety recall beganduring February 2012. Owners May contact BMW at 1-866-275-6464.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 12V-008 (12V008000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | BMW of North America, LLC |
| Component | Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Gasoline › Turbo/supercharger |
| Report date | January 11, 2012 |
| Owners notified | February 29, 2012 |
| Vehicles affected | 90,368 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA investigation |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the engine & cooling
- 2007 Mini Cooper S engine problems 174
- 2008 Mini Cooper S engine problems 121
- 2009 Mini Cooper S engine problems 87
- 2010 Mini Cooper S engine problems 47
- 2011 Mini Cooper S engine problems 17
- 2008 Mini Cooper S Clubman engine problems 6
- 2009 Mini Cooper S Clubman engine problems 31
- 2010 Mini Cooper S Clubman engine problems 5
- 2011 Mini Cooper S Clubman engine problems 4
- 2011 Mini Cooper S Countryman engine problems 6
- 2009 Mini JCW engine problems 4
- 2011 Mini JCW engine problems 1
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 12V-008 repair free?
Yes. Mini dealers will fix the problem at no cost: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the water pump free of charge. The safety recall beganduring February 2012. Owners May contact BMW at 1-866-275-6464.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 90,368 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.