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2017 MINI Cooper

3 recalls Risk Grade: B- Most severe issue: Critical

All recalls are free to repair at your local dealership. Contact your dealer to schedule service.

Known Safety Recalls

Critical #17V222000 Plain English
Component

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS

Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The turn signal on your MINI's bumper has a built-in brake light that could fail to turn on when you're braking and signaling a turn. This light is a crucial warning for other drivers to know you're stopping or changing lanes.
Risk if Unfixed
If this light doesn't work, other drivers might not realize you're braking, which could lead to a collision.
Free Fix
Your MINI dealer will update the software that controls your brake lights, so they work correctly with your turn signals. This repair is free, and you should schedule it as soon as you get the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2016-2017 MINI Cooper Clubman, Cooper S Clubman and JCW Clubman vehicles. When the affected vehicles are braking and the turn signals are on, the inner, bumper-mounted, brake light will go out. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the brake light does not illuminate when a turn signal is activated, other drivers may be confused, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
MINI will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the vehicle to correct the brake lighting, free of charge. The recall began May 22, 2017. Owners may contact MINI customer service at 1-866-825-1525.
View full recall details → Repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Find a dealer →
High Priority #16V914000 Plain English
Component

AIR BAGS

Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
Your vehicle's seat-mounted air bag inflator initiators might not work properly in a crash, which could lead to a recall. We're checking your BMW to see if it's part of the affected vehicles.
Risk if Unfixed
If this happens, your seat-mounted air bag won't deploy, which could increase the risk of injury in a collision.
Free Fix
A BMW dealership will replace the air bag modules in your vehicle for free, and you'll be notified when it's time to schedule the repair.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2017 BMW 640i, 640i xDrive, 650i, 650i xDrive, M6, 535i, 535i xDrive, 430i, 430i xDrive, 440i, 440i xDrive, M4, X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i, i3, i8, Rolls-Royce Dawn, Mini Clubman Cooper, Clubman Cooper S, Cooper All4, Cooper S All4, Mini 4-Door Cooper, Cooper S, Mini 2-Door Cooper, Cooper S, John Cooper Works and 2016 BMW 528i, 528i xDrive, 535i, 535i xDrive, 550i, 550i xDrive, M5 and 535d vehicles. The affected vehicles have seat- mounted side air bag inflator initiators that may fail to ignite during a crash.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the air bag inflator initiator fails to ignite, the seat-mounted air bag will not deploy, increasing the risk of injury.
Original — Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air bag modules, free of charge. The recall began February 6, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
View full recall details → Repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Find a dealer →
High Priority #16V747000 Plain English
Component

SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR

Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The Emergency Locking Retractor in your seat belt is a critical safety feature that locks the belt in place during a crash. In some 2016-2017 models, this mechanism might not work as designed.
Risk if Unfixed
If you're involved in a crash where you slam on the brakes, the seat belt might lock too early, and you could be at a higher risk of injury, especially if you're sitting forward in your seat.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will replace the driver's seat belt assembly with a new one that works correctly, at no cost to you. You'll receive a notification letter, and you should schedule the repair as soon as possible.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i, MINI Hardtop 4 Door Cooper, Mini Hardtop 4 Door Cooper S, MINI Cooper Clubman, and Cooper S Clubman, 2017 Rolls-Royce Ghost, and 2016 528i vehicles. The vehicle-sensitive locking mechanism of the seat belt Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) for the driver's seat may not lock as designed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies."
Original — Risk if Unfixed
In the event of a crash where heavy braking is applied, the Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) may activate when the occupant is more forward in the seat, possibly increasing the risk of injury.
Original — Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's seat belt assembly, free of charge. The recall began July 3, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
View full recall details → Repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Find a dealer →

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EXTERIOR LIGHTING
1 recall
AIR BAGS
1 recall
SEAT BELTS
1 recall

Other MINI Cooper Years

2026
1 recall
2025
3 recalls
2021
2 recalls
2020
2 recalls
2019
2 recalls
2016
4 recalls
2015
6 recalls
2014
7 recalls
2013
1 recall
2012
1 recall
2011
1 recall
2010
2 recalls
2009
1 recall
2008
1 recall
2007
1 recall
2006
1 recall
2005
4 recalls
2004
4 recalls
2003
4 recalls
2002
5 recalls

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