AutoStatsIQ
Data through Oct 2026
Model year

2012 Mini JCW Convertible

Body and fuel not decoded. Owner complaints on file from no date to no date.

Recalls (1)Complaints (0)Investigations (0)Bulletins (84)
Recall campaigns covering this model year148k vehicles or units across those campaigns
Owner complaints0Not enough peers on file
Severity indexNoneCrash, fire, injury or death per 100
First 24 months0Complaints in its first two years
Complaints over time

Complaints about the 2012 Mini JCW Convertible by year filed

Owner complaints about this model year, by the year they were filed with NHTSA.

No campaigns match these filters.Reset filters
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. The lighter column runs through October.
Components

Complaints by component

Owner complaints by component. Hover or focus a bar for the crash, fire, injury or death count.

No campaigns match these filters.Reset filters
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. A complaint can name more than one component; it is counted under the first.
Recalls

One recall campaign covers the 2012 Mini JCW Convertible

Check a specific vehicle by VIN on NHTSA's site: a campaign may cover only part of a model year's production.

Recall campaigns for the 2012 Mini JCW Convertible
CampaignFiledSubjectComponentVehiclesRemedy
18V-248Apr 18, 2018Electric auxiliary water pump may fail and cause the circuit board to overheatEngine and cooling47,806Part replacement
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file.
Look up a VIN at NHTSA
Owner complaints

What owners reported about the 2012 Mini JCW Convertible

The full text of every complaint filed with NHTSA about this model year, newest first. Complaints are filed by owners and are not verified by NHTSA; NHTSA removes personal details before publishing.

0 complaints on file.

    Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file.
    Investigations

    NHTSA has not opened an investigation on this model year

    Source: NHTSA ODI investigations file.
    All investigations
    Service bulletins

    84 manufacturer communications cover this model year

    Technical service bulletins and other notices the manufacturer sent to dealers. A bulletin is not a recall; the 60 most recent are listed.

    • M610607 Oct 25, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      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 …
    • SIM840122 Jul 1, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      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 th…
    • M360119 Dec 1, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      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 p…
    • M011116 Aug 1, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      OC3 SEAT OCCUPANCY MAT - LIMITED WARRANTY EXTENSION TO 10 YEARS/120,000 MILES: Component-Specific Limited Warranty Extension For the above-referenced vehicles, MINI USA, a division of BMW of North America, LLC (MINI USA) is extending the limited warranty fo…
    • M010419 Jan 1, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      CLASS ACTION SETTLEMENT: N14 HIGH-PRESSURE FUEL PUMP (HDP) SERVICE BENEFIT CLASS VEHICLES: The MINI vehicle may experience a sudden engine operational failure reduced or loss of power while driving and the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) may be illuminated…
    • M230108 Nov 1, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      "MANUAL TRANSMISSION - STIFF DIAGONAL GEARSHIFT LEVER MOVEMENT. The customer may complain of a ""stiff diagonal shift"" (e.g., N-R, R-N, 2-3/3-2 or 4-5/5-4). Also, in some cases, gears cannot be selected, or the selector gear does not go into the neutral po…
    • M120210 Sep 1, 2013 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      "The Service Engine Soon (MIL) lamp is illuminated and/or the customer complains that the engine runs rough (engine cold or warm) with any of the following misfire faults stored in the DME: * 2771, 2772, 2773, 2775, 2776, 2777, 2779, 277A, 277B, 277D, 277E,…
    • M340313 Apr 1, 2015 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Brake Fluid Maintenance Service: 36-Month Interval. The CBS displays the first brake fluid service as a 36-month interval from the date of production, instead of the appropriate 24-month interval. Only vehicles within the specified production range can be s…
    • M840114 May 1, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Bluetooth Connection Failures This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI M84 01 14 dated February 2016.. There are various connectivity failures with the following devices: Apple iPhones Samsung S6 and the S6 Edge. Connectivity failure examples are: Ca…
    • M630116 May 1, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Delay in Automatic Driving Light Switching on/off. When driving out of a tunnel or exiting underground parking, the automatic driving light remains switched on for two minutes. Shut-off period varies based on detected situation. This is normal operational b…
    • M840114 Feb 1, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI M84 01 14 dated November 2014. SUBJECT Bluetooth Connection Failures. There are various connectivity failures with the following devices: z Apple iPhones z Samsung S6 and the S6 Edge. Connectivity failure exa…
    • M011116 Jan 1, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      ?OC3 SEAT OCCUPANCY MAT: LIMITED WARRANTY EXTENSION TO 10 YEARS/120,000 MILES. This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI 01 11 16 dated December 2016.
    • M170612 Dec 1, 2012 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      "Service Action: Retrofit of the Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor. Internal corrosion could form in the engine coolant temperature sensor. This corrosion leads to internal bridging of the contacts, which can cause an inaccurate engine temperature reading. …
    • M120210 Dec 1, 2012 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      "Cooper S with N14: Diagnosis for Misfire Faults. The Service Engine Soon (MIL) lamp is illuminated and/or the customer complains that the engine runs rough (engine cold or warm) with any of the following misfire faults stored in the DME: ??2771, 2772, 2773…
    • M610607 Oct 1, 2012 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      "Discharged Battery: Energy Diagnosis Must Be Performed. MINI electrical systems and advancements in vehicle technology have resulted in an increased demand on the vehicle battery. This SI will help the dealer handle ""discharged battery"" complaints. A dis…
    • M510812 Oct 1, 2012 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Rattling Noise from the Tailgate. A rattling noise may be heard from the tailgate area when driving on rough roads. CAUSE The felt strip on the lower bump stop is either mis-shaped or missing.
    • M170712 Oct 1, 2012 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      "Service Action: Retrofit of the Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor. Internal corrosion could form in the engine coolant temperature sensor. This corrosion leads to internal bridging of the contacts, which can cause an inaccurate engine temperature reading. …
    • M170612 Oct 1, 2012 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      "Service Action: Retrofit of the Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor. Internal corrosion could form in the engine coolant temperature sensor. This corrosion leads to internal bridging of the contacts, which can cause an inaccurate engine temperature reading. …
    • M520213 Oct 1, 2013 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Squeaking Noise from Front Seat. A noise may be heard from the front driver's seat back when the customer applies sideways pressure during cornering. CAUSE Surface corrosion on the metal seat back frame can make a squeaking noise when rubbing against the fo…
    • M510613 Oct 1, 2013 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Bonnet Lock Difficult to Open or Close. The bonnet lock fails to operate correctly and is difficult to open or close. CAUSE Corrosion in the bonnet lock assembly
    • M340113 Oct 1, 2013 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      "Erroneous ""Service due"" Message Though Brake Lining Thickness Sufficient. The CBS data calculated for the remaining distance of the front and/or rear brake pads does not agree with the actual brake pad thickness. The yellow brake lining service due indic…
    • M330112 Oct 1, 2013 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Adjusting Rear Camber. Rear camber cannot be adjusted properly. CAUSE Repair instructions not followed properly
    • M620113 Jul 1, 2013 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Intermittent Humming or Buzzing Noise from Speedometer. When the vehicle is decelerating, an intermittent humming or buzzing noise coming from the instrument cluster may be heard when the speedometer needle is between 0 and 12 mph. Hardware error in the in…
    • M840213 Aug 1, 2013 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Incorrect Customer Relations Telephone Number Is Saved in the Vehicle. The customer is not connected to MINI Customer Relations after dialing the number displayed in the vehicle Kombi or radio. CAUSE During the Pre-Delivery Inspection (PDI), the incorrect t…
    • M340313 Aug 1, 2013 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Brake Fluid Maintenance Service: 36-Month Interval. The CBS displays the first brake fluid service as a 36-month interval from the date of production, instead of the appropriate 24-month interval.
    • M130113 Aug 1, 2013 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      "N14 and N18 Engine: High-pressure Pump Repair Instruction. INFORMATION The current version of ISTA/D Repair Instruction 13 51 017, ""Removing and installing or replacing high-pressure pump (N14, N18)"" has a procedure error. The current version of the Repa…
    • M120313 Aug 1, 2013 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      ?N18 Engine: FC 2BF2 Rail Pressure Sensor Is Stored in DME Fault Memory. The customer states that the Service Engine Soon lamp is illuminated and the following fault is stored in the DME: FC 2BF2 Rail pressure sensor, workspace: pressure too high CAUSE A DM…
    • M340113 Nov 1, 2013 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      "?SI M34 01 13 November 2013 BrakesTechnical Service This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI 34 01 13 dated October 2013. designates changes to this revision SUBJECT Erroneous ""Service due"" Message Though Brake Lining Thickness Sufficient. The CB…
    • M120113 Nov 1, 2013 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      N16 Engine: FC 2D9B Knock Sensor, Signal Is Stored in the DME. Certain areas of the US experience extremely cold climate conditions during the winter months, which can cause the Service Engine Soon lamp to illuminate while the engine temperature is increasi…
    • M650313 Mar 1, 2013 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Basic SVS: Voice Recognition Inoperative After Programming. After programming the vehicle with ISTA/P 2.48.x, the voice recognition (Basic SVS) is inoperative. NOTE: The Basic SVS only includes voice recognition for phone functions. Error in the coding dat…
    • M650213 Mar 1, 2013 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      "CHAMP2: Stored Radio Stations Deleted After Ignition Off. After ignition off, the stored radio stations (AM/FM and Satellite radio) are no longer available in: * Menu ""PRESETS"" * Preset buttons on the head unit Hardware error in the CHAMP2 head unit"
    • M510213 Mar 1, 2013 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Active Rear Spoiler Does Not Retract. Loose wiring connector at rear spoiler drive motor
    • M210113 Mar 1, 2013 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Clutch Is Slipping or Grabbing. The customer states that the clutch is slipping or grabbing.
    • M650213 Jun 1, 2013 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      "HAMP2: Stored Radio Stations Deleted After Ignition Off. After ignition off, the stored radio stations (AM/FM and Satellite radio) are no longer available in: * Menu ""PRESETS"" * Preset buttons on the head unit Hardware error in the CHAMP2 head unit"
    • M340313 Jul 1, 2013 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Brake Fluid Maintenance Service: 36-Month Interval. The coding in these vehicles has the CBS displaying the first brake fluid service as a 36-month interval from the date of production, instead of the appropriate 24-month interval.
    • M610607 May 1, 2013 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      "Discharged Battery: Energy Diagnosis Must Be Performed. MINI electrical systems and advancements in vehicle technology have resulted in an increased demand on the vehicle battery. This SI will help the dealer handle ""discharged battery"" complaints. A dis…
    • M110309 May 1, 2013 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Whistling Noise from the Water Pump Area. A whistling or squealing noise is heard from the engine at idle and/or at higher engine speeds. CAUSE 1. Noise is caused by the water pump. 2. Noise is caused by the friction wheel of the belt tensioner.
    • M840113 Apr 1, 2013 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Telephone: Phonebook Does Not Transfer to the Vehicle. The telephone book does not transfer to the vehicle after the pairing process is completed. CAUSE Software error in the head unit
    • M320213 Apr 1, 2013 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Service Action: Retrofit John Cooper Works Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddles. A number of these vehicles were inadvertently produced without the standard gearshift paddles. Vehicle option ordering error
    • M110112 Apr 1, 2013 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Engine Oil Leak. The customer states that a small engine oil leak can be seen from the underside of the engine. CAUSE The internal sealing of the oil pump volume control solenoid valve is compromised, allowing engine oil to leak from the oil pump volume con…
    • M840113 Feb 1, 2013 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Telephone: Phonebook Does Not Transfer to the Vehicle. The telephone book does not transfer to the vehicle after the pairing process is completed. CAUSE Software error in the head unit
    • M650113 Feb 1, 2013 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      CHAMP2: Integrated Cooling Fan Is Noisy Intermittently. INFORMATION Do not replace parts and do not perform a repair attempt! Explain to the customer that this only happens at high ambient temperatures, which keep the fan running after the ignition is turne…
    • M120113 Feb 1, 2013 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      "N16 Engine: FC 2D9B Knock Sensor, Signal Is Stored in the DME. Certain areas of the US experience extremely cold climate conditions during the winter months, which can cause the Service Engine Soon lamp to illuminate while the engine temperature is increas…
    • M011014 Oct 1, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      MINI Motorer-Focused Satisfaction (MFS) Program. Based on Motorer feedback, MINI has determined that during the first three years of service, some vehicles may require specific additional service work to be performed. MINI USA, a division of BMW of North Am…
    • M340113 Jan 1, 2013 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Erroneous "Service due" Message Though Brake Lining Thickness Sufficient. The CBS data calculated for the remaining distance of the front and/or rear brake pads does not agree with the actual brake pad thickness. The yellow brake lining service due indicato…
    • M340112 Jan 1, 2013 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      ABS/DSC Control During Light Braking. When driving slowly over uneven road surfaces, there may sometimes be pre-mature ABS application relative to the driving situation with the brake lightly applied. Software in the Dynamic Stability Control unit (DSC)
    • M170712 Jan 1, 2013 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Service Action: Retrofit of the Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor. Internal corrosion could form in the engine coolant temperature sensor. This corrosion leads to internal bridging of the contacts, which can cause an inaccurate engine temperature reading. T…
    • M840114 Nov 1, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      iPhone: Connection Failures with iOS 7. There are various connectivity failures with the iPhone using iOS 7. Some examples are listed below: z Call disconnection z Contact List incomplete z General connection failures Apple software iOS 7 and its variants
    • M110414 Nov 1, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      N16 Engine: Oil Leak from Cylinder Head Sealing Plug. An oil leak can develop at a sealing plug located in the cylinder head, just below the vacuum pump. The sealing plug was not tightened sufficiently during production.
    • M110414 Aug 1, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      N16 Engine: Oil Leak from Cylinder Head Sealing Plug. An oil leak can develop at a sealing plug located in the cylinder head, just below the vacuum pump. CAUSE The sealing plug was not tightened sufficiently during production.
    • M640114 May 1, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Automatic Deactivation of Recirculation Mode. The customer states the recirculation display goes out, even though the recirculation button was switched on. CAUSE The automatic recirculation air deactivation feature was introduced in July 2012. Note: If the …
    • M340113 May 1, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Erroneous "Service due" Message Although Brake Lining Thickness is Above Minimum Specification. The yellow "Service Due" warning message lights up in the instrument cluster, even though the brake pad thickness is more than 4.2mm (above the thickness at whic…
    • M120114 May 1, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      N16: Fault 274D Mixture Adaptation Is Stored in the DME. Certain low speed, light-load driving conditions at lower outside temperatures could cause the Service Engine Soon lamp (MIL) to illuminate. The following fault would be stored in the DME: Fault 274D:…
    • M510312 Apr 1, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Window Regulators Squeak when Moving Up or Down. The front side windows can make a squeaking noise when operated.
    • M110112 Apr 1, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      N16 and N18 Engine Oil Leak. The customer states that a small engine oil leak can be seen from the underside of the engine. CAUSE The internal sealing of the oil pump volume control solenoid valve is compromised, allowing engine oil to leak from the oil pum…
    • M840214 Dec 1, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Service Action: Bluetooth Software (KISU Data) Update. This Service Action is being released to improve customer satisfaction as we strive to be number 1 in the JD Power Initial Quality Survey (IQS). This new KISU software improves the Bluetooth functionali…
    • M650414 Dec 1, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Automated Activation of Navigation System During PDI/QC1. INFORMATION Important: The INITIAL NAV enabling code no longer needs to be pre-ordered through the Parts department! When the vehicle is connected to the diagnostic system ISTA to perform PDI/QC1, th…
    • M210114 Dec 1, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Dual Mass Flywheel: Diagnosis and Inspection. INFORMATION The following three criteria must to be checked, evaluated and the resulting findings documented on the repair order prior to replacing a dual-mass flywheel as defective: 1. Total rotational angle at…
    • M640114 Sep 1, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Automatic Deactivation of Recirculation Mode. The customer states the recirculation display goes out, even though the recirculation button was switched on. CAUSE The automatic recirculation air deactivation feature was introduced in July 2012. Note: If the …
    • M130114 Jan 1, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      "N14 and N18 Engine: High-pressure Pump Repair Instruction. INFORMATION The current version of ISTA/D Repair Instruction 13 51 017, ""Removing and installing or replacing high-pressure pump (N14, N18)"" has a procedure error. The current version of the Repa…
    Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications files.
    About service bulletins