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2022 MINI Cooper Problems, Recalls & Complaints

NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints for the 2022 MINI Cooper, and what to keep if your vehicle keeps going back to the shop.

Written by Amir Guerami, Attorney· Last reviewed

Recall campaigns

2

NHTSA owner complaints as of November 6, 2026, from NHTSA's complaint data files.

9

Data last refreshed (Eastern time)

November 6, 2026

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2022 Cooper and 9 owner complaints; the most-reported component in owner complaints is unknown or other, with 2 reports.

Counts come from NHTSA records for this model year and refresh daily. Complaints are unverified owner reports; one complaint can name more than one component.

Top Reported Problems

Owner complaints grouped by NHTSA component (top 8). Linked components open a page comparing models for that problem.

  1. UNKNOWN OR OTHER2
  2. STRUCTURE:BODY2
  3. SEAT BELTS1
  4. POWER TRAIN1
  5. TIRES1
  6. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM1
  7. FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM1

2022 Cooper Recall Records

Campaigns can apply only to specific configurations and production dates. Confirm whether your VIN is affected with NHTSA or the manufacturer.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY THERMAL:MANAGEMENT:SOFTWARE · 24V612000

BMW of North America, LLC. (BMW) is recalling certain 2020-2024 MINI Hardtop 2 Door (Cooper SE) vehicles. Faults may occur in the high voltage battery or high voltage system, resulting in a short circuit.

Remedy: Owners are advised that if a warning message is displayed in the vehicle, to park the vehicle outside and away from structures until the remedy has been completed. Dealers will provide a software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 14, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-866-ASK-MINI (1-866-275-6464).

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY · 24V302000

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020-2024 MINI Hardtop 2 Door (Cooper SE) vehicles. The high voltage battery housing may not have been sealed properly, allowing water to enter the battery.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and leak test the high voltage battery, and repair the battery as necessary, free of charge. Letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed June 28, 2024. Owner notification letters were mailed October 30, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-866-825-1525.

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2022 Cooper Service Bulletins

A service bulletin is a manufacturer's repair instruction to dealers. It is not a recall and does not by itself establish a defect or a claim.

Manufacturer communications filed with NHTSA for this model year, newest first. A bulletin may apply only to certain configurations. Source data refreshes daily.

NumberDateComponentSummaryNHTSA record
M840226Jul 10, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEMOnce the Telematics Module (TCB2) enters sleep mode, a MINI Data Services trigger for Remote Services(remote engine start, lock/unlock/climate conditioning) will not be able to…11035405
M010324Apr 27, 2026FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEMEVAP PURGE (VENT) VALVE EXT LTD WTY (ELW) 15 YRS/150,000 MLS11031884
B061726Feb 6, 2026ENGINETurbocharger Return11029017
M061325Oct 13, 2025UNKNOWN OR OTHERGasket Set Return11024734
M010124Oct 8, 2024FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEMEVAP PURGE (VENT) VALVE EXT LTD WTY (ELW) 15 YEARS/150,000 MILES11009006
M310124May 24, 2024POWER TRAINDuring inspection and/or diagnosis there is noticeable dirt/grease buildup on the axles near the inner and/or outer CV boots.11000568
M310424Mar 4, 2024SUSPENSIONDuring inspection and/or diagnosis there is noticeable dirt/grease buildup on the axles near the inner and/or outer CV boots.10252037
M640116Jan 19, 2024STRUCTURECustomer complains of a musty odor or damp front footwell carpet.10249431
M511616Nov 2, 2023STRUCTURECavity protection applied to underside of the hood is leaking out onto the wheel arch trim and grille.10245428
M610223Nov 1, 2023POWER TRAINThe buttons on the gear selector switch (GWS) do not work, or the function indicator lighting has failed. One or more of the following faults is saved in the fault memory of the…10245421
M610607Oct 25, 2023ELECTRICAL SYSTEMMINI 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…10244507
M540123Aug 1, 2023STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS?The panoramic roof sunblind does not close, or jams while closing.10242535
M110323Aug 1, 2023COMMUNICATION:MANUFACTURER TELEMATICS?BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop: REPLACE CHARGE AIR LINE.10242534
M510123May 1, 2023STRUCTURE:BODY:TAILGATE, STRUCTURE:BODYUpon opening and closing the tailgate, a creaking/groaning sound can be heard from tailgate actuator.10238095
M840322Mar 1, 2023ELECTRICAL SYSTEMThe 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)…10234353
M610223Mar 1, 2023ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EXTERIOR LIGHTINGThe buttons on the gear selector switch (GWS) do not work, or the function indicator lighting has failed.10234352
M610123Mar 1, 2023ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERYOscillations in the electric drive can occur. As a result, the 12 V positive battery cable may rub against the battery box cover.10234351
SIM630122Feb 6, 2023EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICALLights.10236400
M630122Feb 1, 2023EXTERIOR LIGHTING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEMAmbient lighting changes color after the vehicle goes to sleep.10233170
M610820Nov 1, 2022ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERYDuring the service life of the vehicle, the high-voltage battery may unexpectedly not provide power to the vehicle.10228447
All 2022 Cooper records at NHTSA

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