CarRecallWatchThe 2012 Mini Cooper has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 66 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 7 fires, 1 injury.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (28 reports).
2012 Mini Cooper recalls
Corroded module may short circuit and cause fire
An electronic control module in the driver's side footwell area can short-circuit after corrosion from water and road salt builds up.
Most common 2012 Mini Cooper problems
Problem areas named in the 66 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 28 |
| Engine | 17 |
| Air Bags | 16 |
| Unknown Or Other | 8 |
| Exterior Lighting | 5 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 4 |
| Seats | 4 |
| Power Train | 3 |
| Service Brakes | 3 |
| Seat Belts | 2 |
What owners report
This vin waa not included in a recall however had recall issues it obtained water in the footwell which mini has a recall issue for this and the car was caught on fire it is at the dealership in [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
ELECTRIC SHORT CIRCUIT. The electronic module in the driver side footwell area may short circuit. when I unlock the car or try to start, I hear loud electrical SHORT CIRCUIT noises coming out of the seating area. I am afraid to even unlock the car, and fear car might catch fire.
The electronic control module in the driverâs side footwell short-circuit, battery and electrical in the car are being drained and car does not work properly and completely drains battery.
My 2012 mini cooper has a Footwell Module recall and I took it to the dealer and they refused to replace it but they said i could pay to have it replaced even though it was a recall
Mini BMW is fully aware of an issue with their OC3 detection mat on the passengers side and offered a extended warranty of 10 years/ 100k miles. This is insufficient coverage for a crucial saftey part and has led to a grey market production of occupancy detection mats "emulators" which are being sold online as the only way to have your airbag system "functional".
2012 Mini Cooper questions
Does the 2012 Mini Cooper have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2012 Mini Cooper: Corroded module may short circuit and cause fire. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2012 Mini Cooper?
Based on 66 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (28), Engine (17), Air Bags (16).
How do I check if a recall on my 2012 Mini Cooper has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.