Bmw says in documents filed with regulators that the power steering can fail because of. Feds probe reports of mini cooper steering problems. Additional sources of information you can find more information about the mini, for example on its technology, on the internet at. Bmw of north america, llc bmw is recalling certain model year 20052006 mini cooper and cooper s vehicles manufactured january 5, 2005, to november 28, 2006, and 20052008 mini cooper convertible and cooper s convertible vehicles manufactured january 5, 2005, to. The recall covers the mini cooper and cooper s models from 2002 to 2005. These bolts are accessible from the rear of the vehicle under the power steering gear. This problem has been know to create issues and lead to a dead battery.
Bmw of north america, llc bmw is recalling certain model year 20052006 mini cooper and cooper s vehicles manufactured january 5, 2005, to. The manual also includes coverage of the cooper s models. Bmws mini recalls 86,000 cars to fix power steering problems. The total sales of the 2005 mini cooper in the united states are 4 units. Aol news september 28, 2010 mini coopers are known for their quick, precise handling, but some owners have complained of steering problems that may lead to a crash, prompting a federal investigation. Mini recalls 86,000 cars from 20022005 due to steering pump.
Oct 15, 2015 at the customers option, a dealer can perform the installation for them. Mini cooper class action lawsuit certified in canada. Bmw says in documents filed with regulators that the power steering can. If you are lucky enough to still be covered by the recall warranty, the dealer will make you repair all fluid leaks before they will install the new pump. For more information, read this forum of mini owners, there are quite a few with your issue, and they are trying to get a recall.
I instruct mini usa, a division of bmw of north america, llc to provide my information to an authorized mini dealership. How to replace the power steering reservoir to pump feed hose on a 20012006 mini cooper s r53 duration. On october 16, 2008, mini recalled 560 mini cooper. The 2005 mini cooper has 4 problems reported for power steering pump failure. I understand that an authorized bmw dealership may contact me with offers or information about their products and services. Indicator and warning lamps warning triangle firstaid kit jumpstarting ignition lock starting the engine multifunction steering wheel mfl. Power steering on the mini is rather delicate dont take a chance. Bmw of north america, llc bmw is recalling certain model year 2005 2006 mini cooper and cooper s vehicles manufactured january 5, 2005, to november 28, 2006, and 2005 2008 mini cooper convertible and cooper s convertible vehicles manufactured january 5, 2005, to july 31, 2008. Bmw is recalling certain 20052006 mini cooper and cooper s vehicles. The electric power steering pumps are prone to failure and were the subject of a recall. Bmw of north america, llc bmw is recalling certain model year 20022005 mini cooper and cooper s vehicles and 2005 cooper and cooper s convertible vehicles. A mini cooper power steering pump is an important part of the power steering system in your mini.
Download free mini hardtop 2door owners manual online as per manufacturing year of your vehicle and download manual pdf. Mini cooper replace power steering pump howto gen 1 20022006 r50 r53 r52. Mini cooper s 97 washer fluid 98 engine oil 98 coolant 100 brake fluid 101 maintenance and care. Bmw of north america, llc bmw is recalling certain model year 2005 2006 mini cooper and cooper s vehicles manufactured january 5, 2005, to november 28, 2006, and 2005 2008 mini cooper. The timing chain rattle as discussed in an earlier blog post is a common problem. Mini recall cooper, cooper s power steering, 15v660000. Page 3 cooper congratulations on your new mini cooper s this owners manual should be considered a permanent part of this vehicle. The recall includes 20022005 models, and extends the warranty up. Features on the cooper classic include fivespeed manual transmission, speedsensitive steering, sport suspension, fourwheel disc brakes with abs, heated mirrors, speedsensitive wipers with heated washer jets, power locks with selfcharging remote, rear washerwiper, leatherwrapped wheel, manual air conditioning, 5050 folding rear seat. The affected vehicles include both r50 cooper and r53 cooper s hatchbacks as. Obd socket 106 california proposition 65 warning 107 owner service procedures replacement. Mini cooper power steering fluid pentosin chf 11s mini. April 15, 2020 a mini cooper power steering lawsuit has been certified as a nationwide class. Have you looked into the psp power steering pump relay, or the cooling fan.
Mini owner s manual automobile mini cooper, mini cooper s. Mini cooper power steering pump steering pumps dorman. Mini recalls 86,000 cars from 20022005 due to steering. Difficulty steering is a common symptom for low power steering fluid level in a 2004 mini cooper s 1. The aim throughout this manual has been simplicity, clarity and completeness, with practical explanations, stepbystep procedures and accurate specifications. Page 3 cooper congratulations on your new mini cooper s this owner s manual should be considered a permanent part of this vehicle. Every used car for sale comes with a free carfax report. Do not replace the power steering gear or the electrohydraulic power steering pump. Integrated owner s manual in the vehicle the integrated owner s manual specifically describes features and functions found in the vehicle. The integrated owner s manual can be displayed on the control display. Only one recall should concern australian cooper s owners a a safety recall to check the rear lower strutmounting area, limited to earlybuild cars, was made before the cabrio came on stream. Mini owners and service manual access your manual mini usa. Oct 28, 2015 the recall covers the mini cooper and cooper s models from 2002 to 2005. Bmw says in documents filed with regulators that the power steering can fail because of manufacturing or other issues.
The 2004 mini cooper has 425 nhtsa complaints for the steering at 75,830 miles average. If this were to occur, the steering system would revert to manual steering without power assist. The 2005 mini cooper cars have the most problems reported 428 problems. Surprisingly enough thats not true, i have had my 2003 plate cooper s just over 2 years and it has had 8 owners previous to myself you would not think this if you saw it as its in fantastic condition who did not use main dealers for servicing, yet back in feb of this year when my power steering failed mini replaced my psp with the only cost to me being the cost of the. If you had the power assist steering pump andor the associated cooling fan replaced at your own expense, you may qualify for reimbursement of the associated costs you incurred. A temporary failure of the electrohydraulic power steering system may cause loss of power steering assistance. Canadian mini cooper owners allege the cars lose power steering and bmw wont issue a recall.
The most reliable of the transmissions mini manufactured is the 6 speed manual variation. Bmw of north america, llc bmw is recalling certain model year 2002 2005 mini cooper and cooper s vehicles and 2005 cooper and cooper s convertible vehicles. Bmwmini is performing a recall on various cooper and cooper s models from model year 2002 through 2005. Supercharged if your steering wheel is difficult to turn, you may have a power steering fluid leak in your 2004 mini cooper s 1. Mini recalls 86,000 coopers for power steering problems driving. Multifunction steering wheels 18 controls opening and closing. Mini recalls 86,000 coopers for power steering problems.
R50r53 mini power steering warranty extension motoringfile. Mini will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the electrohydraulic power steering system, replacing the components and wiring, as necessary, free. The affected vehicles may experience temporary or permanent loss of the. Mini dealers will inspect the front brake discs and pads and, if necessary, replace them. The only power steering fluid approved for the mini. Most recent 2005 mini cooper recall on april 06, 2015, mini recalled 91,800 mini cooper. Mini cooper and mini cooper convertible 112 mini cooper s and mini cooper s convertible 1 engine oil 114 coolant 115.
Mini cooper replace power steering pump howto gen 1 20022006 r50 r53 r52 duration. Oct 15, 2015 mini will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the electrohydraulic power steering system, replacing the components and wiring, as necessary, free of charge. This owners manual describes the entire array of options and equipment that the manufacturer of your mini makes available with a specific model. For 20022008 mini cooper power steering reservoir line hose 12821jz 2004 2006 fits. Power steering had a recall anonymous, id 2005 mini cooper base 1. Follow these steps to add power steering fluid to a 2004 mini cooper s 1. If the total number of problems reported by mini cooper owners in the last 15 years is 428, and the age of the vehicle is 15, the ppmy index can then be calculated as. Bmw mini cooper recall information bmw recalls and problems. Mini cooper how to check power steering fluid youtube.
This free video shows you how to fix minor power steering leaks on a 2004 mini cooper s 1. We have 88 2005 mini cooper vehicles for sale that are reported accident free, 15 1owner cars, and 112 personal use cars. Multifunction steering wheel 19 controls and features opening and closing. Mini hardtop 2 door owner manuals 20022019 ownermanual. Known issue with faulty power steering pump page 1 new. Hi, what year was your mini, weve just had the same problem, mini wont pay a penny, we had to pay 686. The owner s manual and general information about mini, for example on technology, are available on the internet.
Follow these steps to add power steering fluid to a mini. On october 7, 2008, mini issued a recall alert affecting 560 my2009 mini and mini clubman john cooper works models fitted with 16 inch diameter front brake discs due to an abnormally quick fade lifespan under conditions of intense brake usage. Mini maintenance system 102 caring for your vehicle 103 vehicle storage 105 laws and regulations. Nhtsa that the power steering can fail because of manufacturing or other issues. If the vehicle experiences a loss of power steering assist, extra steering effort will be required at lower speeds, potentially iincreasing the risk of a vehicle crash. Bmw of north america is recalling 86,018 200205 mini cooper and mini cooper s cars because they may experience temporary or permanent loss of the electrohydraulic steering assistance. Move the power steering pump bracket down as far as possible to increase the clearance between. Mini cooper car recalls mini cooper car recall tracker. It specifically regulates the flow of hydraulic fluid through a sealed system of hoses. Mini recalls 86,000 hatchbacks, convertibles from 2002 to 2005. I had no power steering, it was extremely difficult to steer the minii have driven cars in the past without power steering it took all my strength. Excess heat buildup causes electric power steering pumps to fail prematurely. In my 2005 mini cooper the power steering is intermidant.
Mini cooper power steering pump 20022006 genuin oem new rmf. The worst complaints are transmission, steering, and clutch problems. Mini safety recalls recall lookups by vin mini usa. For 20022008 mini cooper power steering pump cooling fan 25532fb 2006 2003 2004 fits. Mini cooper steering and suspension questions car forums at. Multifunction steering wheel 20 controls opening and closing.
This redesigned power steering pump is a plugandplay replacement with improved. Mini recalls 86k cars to fix power steering problems cbs news. There has been a recall for minicooper s vehicles 15vxxx safety recall involving the electrichydraulic power steering system. On purchasing your mini, you have decided in favor of a model with individualized equipment and features.
Bmw of north america, llc bmw is recalling certain model year 20052006 mini cooper and cooper s vehicles manufactured january 5, 2005, to november 28, 2006, and 20052008 mini cooper convertible and cooper s convertible vehicles manufactured january 5. It should stay with the vehicle when sold to provide john cooper the next owner with important operating, safety and mainte. Jun 04, 2015 the electric power steering pumps are prone to failure and were the subject of a recall. Jan 15, 2018 2006 mini cooper 5 speed manual transmission. The failure is often caused by low power steering fluid or failure of the electric cooling fan.
Mini cooper owners have reported a total of 2,264 problems for their cars built in the 19 model years listed in the chart below. Change the gasket to prevent loss of power steering fluid. Mini will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the electrohydraulic power steering system, replacing the components and wiring, as necessary, free of charge. Loosen the two m8x12 hex bolts holding the power steering pump bracket. Mini recalls 86k cars to fix power steering problems cbs. Affected vehicles include model year 200205 mini cooper and cooper s vehicles and model year 2005 cooper convertible and cooper s convertible vehicles. Mini is recalling 86,018 cars built for model years 2002 through 2005 over concerns about the power steering system. The chart shows the number of problems reported across all service years for each given model year of the mini cooper.
Surprisingly enough thats not true, i have had my 2003 plate cooper s just over 2 years and it has had 8 owners previous to myself you would not think this if you saw it as its in fantastic condition who did not use main dealers for servicing, yet back in feb of this year when my power steering failed mini replaced my psp with the only cost to me being the cost of the diagnostic and the. When youre low on oil, coolant or some other fluid, you may be tempted to just run down to the local auto. The manufacturer of your mini is the bayerische motoren werke aktiengesellschaft bmw ag. Mini recalls 86,000 cars to fix power steering problems. It is a rotor that is operated by a belt from the engine with a power steering pump pulley. Feb 28, 2018 change the gasket to prevent loss of power steering fluid.
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