2018 Mini Cooper TSBs

Once the Telematics Module (TCB2) enters sleep mode, a MINI Data Services trigger for Remote Services(remote engine start, lock/unlock/climate conditioning) will not be able to reactivate the TCB2. Due to this issue, Remote Services will not function in the vehicle when parked…

EVAP PURGE (VENT) VALVE EXT LTD WTY (ELW) 15 YRS/150,000 MLS

EVAP PURGE (VENT) VALVE EXT LTD WTY (ELW) 15 YRS/150,000 MLS

For the eligible vehicles listed above, the limited warranty for the vehicle’s Selector Lever Magnetic Shift Interlock Mechanism (Gearshift lug assembly portion) has been extended to: 10 years/120,000 miles as determined by the vehicle’s original in-service date, When a…

During inspection and/or diagnosis there is noticeable dirt/grease buildup on the axles near the inner and/or outer CV boots.

Cavity protection applied to underside of the hood is leaking out onto the wheel arch trim and grille.

MINI electrical systems have continued to develop over the past few years. As a result, the demand on the batteries has increased. Breakdowns due to an empty battery or problems in the vehicles electrical system can have various causes, most of which are not due to the battery…

?BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop: REPLACE CHARGE AIR LINE.

?The panoramic roof sunblind does not close, or jams while closing.

Upon opening and closing the tailgate, a creaking/groaning sound can be heard from tailgate actuator.

Oscillations in the electric drive can occur. As a result, the 12 V positive battery cable may rub against the battery box cover.

The buttons on the gear selector switch (GWS) do not work, or the function indicator lighting has failed.

The 3G network in the US has been shut down. This means that only the 4G network will be available. In the 4G network, voice calls will be transferred via Voice over LTE (VoLTE) function. For this purpose, the SIM card must perform an IMS registration in the mobile communication…

Ambient lighting changes color after the vehicle goes to sleep.

During a vehicle inspection and/or while addressing a customer's concern, the engine stabilizer bar/link appears to be worn.

It is possible that the guide stem (aka rotational axis) on the wind deflector can break, upon removal and or during installation.

During the service life of the vehicle, the high-voltage battery may unexpectedly not provide power to the vehicle.

The following complaints may be noticed while slow maneuvering with a steering input of 80-100% (at or near full lock, e.g., parking lot maneuvers) or accelerating with a medium to large steering angle: Humming or creaking noises from the rear area; slight vibrations, also…

Mist formation on the windscreen inner surface may occur at departure or after MSA (automaticstart/stop). Acoustic abnormality in the area of the recirculated air flap (recirculation flap closing and opening several times). The above may occur individually or in combination.

The Check Control message "Door open" appears in the instrument cluster (Kombi) even though all vehicle doors are securely closed and locked.

Vehicles with total mileage below approx. 12,500 may experience premature wear of the left rear brakes. In some cases, there also may be visible damage due to thermal overload.

In situations when the fuel tank vent line becomes blocked, the on-board diagnosis (OBD) may not detect the blockage.

When the vehicle is on a lift and wheels are manually spun, a clanking noise is heard from the transmission area.

New RDC wheel electronics will be introduced with future generation MINI models. The new wheel electronics are identified as Huf Generation 5. These new wheel electronics will need to be programmed using the new tool when replaced or when depressurized (0 psi) for more than 2…