Complaints over time
Complaints about the 2015 Mini JCW peaked in 2016, with 1 filed
Owner complaints about this model year, by the year they were filed with NHTSA.
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. The lighter column runs through October.
Model year
2015 Mini JCW
Hatchback, gasoline, built in Netherlands. Owner complaints on file from May 2, 2016 to May 2, 2016.
Recall campaigns covering this model year0No recall campaign lists this model year
Owner complaints1Below the median 2015 hatchback
Severity index0.02015 hatchbacks average 10.9
First 24 months1Complaints in its first two years
Components
100% of complaints about the 2015 Mini JCW name engine and cooling
Owner complaints by component. Hover or focus a bar for the crash, fire, injury or death count.
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. A complaint can name more than one component; it is counted under the first.
Recalls
No recall campaign lists the 2015 Mini JCW
Check a specific vehicle by VIN on NHTSA's site: a campaign may cover only part of a model year's production.
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file.
Owner complaints
What owners reported about the 2015 Mini JCW
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.
1 complaint on file, page 1 of 1.
- Filed May 2, 2016Failure Apr 23, 20162,000 milesNapa, CAEngine
THIS CAR ENGINE INCONSISTENTLY DIES, USUALLY IN FIRST OR SECOND GEAR, SOMETIMES WHEN THE CAR IS STOPPED (E.G. AT A RED LIGHT) AND SOMETIMES WHEN IT IS SLOWING DOWN (E.G. PULLING INTO A PARKING LOT), OR ACCELERATING (E.G. TAKING OFF FROM A RED LIGHT OR PULLING OUT OF A PARKING LOT). IT HAS BEEN TO THE DEALER'S 3 TIMES AND THEY CANNOT FIND THE PROBLEM--THE CAR HAS LESS THAN 4,000 MILES AND STARTED DOING THIS SOON AFTER PURCHASED. I HAVE THE DOCUMENTATION FROM THE 3 TRIPS TO THE SERVICE DEPT. BUT AM NOT SENDING THEM AT THIS TIME. HAS HAPPENED WITH 3 DIFFERENT PEOPLE DRIVING THE CAR. HAS HAPPENED AT LEAST 25 TIMES. (LAST TIME LISTED BELOW). SPEED VARIES BUT USUALLY LESS THAN 30 MPH--NEVER ON THE HIGHWAY SO FAR. I HAVE DOCUMENTED DATES, MILEAGE, AND WHERE IT HAPPENED STARTING IN NOVEMBER--CAR WAS PURCHASED IN AUGUST, 2015. *TR
NHTSA complaint 10862681
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file.
Investigations
NHTSA has not opened an investigation on this model year
Source: NHTSA ODI investigations file.
Service bulletins
4 manufacturer communications cover this model year
Technical service bulletins and other notices the manufacturer sent to dealers. A bulletin is not a recall.
- 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 … - M540123 Aug 1, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
?The panoramic roof sunblind does not close, or jams while closing. - M110323 Aug 1, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
?BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop: REPLACE CHARGE AIR LINE. - M610123 Mar 1, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Oscillations in the electric drive can occur. As a result, the 12 V positive battery cable may rub against the battery box cover.
Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications files.