Tl* the contact owns a 2012 mini cooper s clubman. While the contact's daughter was driving and came to a complete stop, the vehicle began making hissing and popping sounds. Afterwards, the engine failed. The vehicle was towed to the contact's home and then towed to an independent mechanic. The mechanic diagnosed that there was a blown head gasket, a fractured air flow sensor, and several other failures. Century mini (2930 laurens rd, greenville, sc 29607, (800) 430-0508) was notified of the failure and provided a repair cost estimate. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was repaired by another independent mechanic. The failure mileage was 62,000. *dt the freeze cap blew for some mysterious reason.
The worst 2012 MINI Cooper S Clubman problems
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Recalls 1
Engine and engine cooling: engine: gasoline: turbo/supercharger
- What is wrong
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2011-2012 BMW 550i, 550i xDrive, 550i Gran Turismo, 550i Gran Turismo xDrive, 750i, 750Li, 750i xDrive, 750Li xDrive, 760Li, X5 xDrive50i, X5 M, X6 xDrive50i, X6 M, ActiveHybrid7, MINI Cooper S Convertible, John Cooper Works (JCW) Convertible, Cooper S Countryman, Cooper S Countryman ALL4, Cooper S, JCW, Cooper S Clubman, JCW Clubman, Cooper S Roadster, JCW Roadster, Cooper S Coupe, JCW Coupe and Rolls-Royce Ghost, 2011 BMW X6 Hybrid and 2012 BMW 650i Coupe, 650i xDrive Coupe, 650i Convertible and 650i xDrive Convertible vehicles. The electric auxiliary water pump may fail and cause the circuit board to overheat.
- Risk
- If the circuit board were to overheat, it can increase the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the electric auxiliary water pump, free of charge. Depending on the model, there are currently limited parts available, however not all parts are available at this time. Owners will be notified of the recall beginning June 11, 2018, and will receive a second notification when remedy parts become available. Owners may contact BMW customer service at BMW 1‑800‑525‑7417, MINI at 1‑866‑825‑1525, or Rolls-Royce at 1‑877‑877‑3735. Note: BMW recommends that owners park their vehicle outdoors until the recall remedy has been performed.
Recall number 18V248000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2012 MINI Cooper S Clubman 126
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- While performing a 12-Volt battery jump start, disconnect, or replacement, vehicle test, and/or...
- Customer complains of a musty odor or damp front footwell carpet.
- MINI electrical systems have continued to develop over the past few years
- New RDC wheel electronics will be introduced with future generation MINI models
- OC3 seat occupancy mat - limited warranty extension to 10 years/120,000 miles
- Class action settlement: N14 high-pressure fuel pump (HDP) service benefit class vehicles
- Service Action: Retrofit of the Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor
- Checking or Replacing the Door Sill Trim Strips
- Air Conditioning System Leak Testing
- N18 thermostat with thermostat housing: limited warrantyextension to 10 years/
What 2012 MINI Cooper S Clubman owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
The check engine light came on at 55,005 miles while we were driving. We took it to be serviced and were told that the thermostat housing /thermostat sensor needed to be replaced because it was stuck in the open position. This caused the check engine light to be illuminated. They mentioned that there was a recall for this part dated 8/5/2016 on the same make, model and year, but our VIN was not included in the recall. How could that be? The car is experiencing the exact same issue described in the recall. I would like to have someone contact me about this issue.
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Questions about the 2012 MINI Cooper S Clubman
Is the 2012 MINI Cooper S Clubman reliable?
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 2012 MINI Cooper S Clubman, fewer than a typical Cooper S Clubman model year.
What is the 2012 MINI Cooper S Clubman year score?
The 2012 MINI Cooper S Clubman scores 94 out of 100 (good). The score compares it with the other model years of the MINI Cooper S Clubman: 75 is a typical year, 50 means twice the usual complaints, and serious complaints and recalls lower it.
What is the most common problem with the 2012 MINI Cooper S Clubman?
Engine and cooling, with 2 complaints.
How many recalls does the 2012 MINI Cooper S Clubman have?
1 recall, covering engine and engine cooling.
Was there a recall on the 2012 MINI Cooper S Clubman engine?
Yes, 1 recall: 18V248000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
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