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2013 MINI JCW problems

The most common problem on the 2013 MINI JCW is lights. Its complaint count is close to a typical JCW model year.

Typical yearClose to a typical year
Owner complaints
1
Recalls
1
Service bulletins
1
Worst area
Lights

The worst 2013 MINI JCW problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

  • Lights
    1

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  • Lights
    1

Recalls 1

Electrical systemReported May 11, 2023 · 97,933 vehicles affected
What is wrong
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2008-2014 MINI Clubman Cooper, Clubman Cooper S, Clubman John Cooper Works, and 2007-2013 MINI Hardtop 2-Door Cooper, Cooper S, and John Cooper Works vehicles sold, or ever registered, in Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Dakota, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, Washington D.C., and Wisconsin. The electronic control module in the driver's side footwell area may short-circuit, due to corrosion from water and road salt.
Risk
An electrical short-circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the sunroof drains, interior footwell area, and FRM and, depending upon the results of the inspection, certain components will be replaced. Owner notification letters were mailed May 13, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1‑866‑825‑1525.

Recall number 23V337000 · Recall details

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Technical service bulletins for the 2013 MINI JCW 1

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

What 2013 MINI JCW owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Jul 26, 2020 · Lights · 80,000 miles · TX

Rear driver side tail light housing melted. Vehicle was in motion when tail light out indicator turned on.

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Questions about the 2013 MINI JCW

Is the 2013 MINI JCW reliable?

Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2013 MINI JCW, close to a typical JCW model year.

What is the most common problem with the 2013 MINI JCW?

Lights, with 1 complaint.

How many recalls does the 2013 MINI JCW have?

1 recall, covering electrical system.

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