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Service bulletins for the 2016 MINI Cooper Convertible

A bulletin is a manufacturer's communication to its dealers, as NHTSA indexes it. The summary is NHTSA's. The document is the manufacturer's: read it at NHTSA. A bulletin is not a recall, and listing a model year does not mean every vehicle of it is concerned.

251 on file from NHTSA, as of 2026-10-19.

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M1101192019-03-18. Service bulletin. ENGINE. ENGINE VIBRATIONS OR NOISE. One of the following complaints may be reported: The engine runs erratically; The engine causes vibrations when running; Grinding noise from the engine compartment when engine is running.
M6504182019-02-25. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; AIR BAGS; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY. AIRBAG INDICATOR LIGHT REMAINS ON AFTER SEAT OCCUPANCY MAT REPLACEMENT. The airbag indicator light illuminates after replacing the CIS (Capacitive Interior Sensing) mat.
M6203182019-02-25. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL. BLACK SPOT IN THE CENTRAL INFORMATION DISPLAY. A small black spot remains on the Central Information Displays (CID) illuminated screen which does not go away after a key cycle or sleep mode.
M6201192019-02-25. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. CENTRAL INSTRUMENT PANEL LED SURROUND RING DOES NOT ILLUMINATE WHEN IGNITION IS TURNED ON. CAUSE Software error in the Automotive Pixel Link driver (APIX driver). APIX is the serial high-speed Gigabit multichannel link that connects displays such as the LED ring with vehicle control modules.
M1601192019-02-25. Service bulletin. ENGINE. ENGINE STALLS AFTER STARTING OR WILL NOT START. The engine stalls right after starting (when stationary).
M1201192019-02-25. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. SERVICE ACTION: LOCK THE DME FAULT MEMORY. The fault memory lock in Digital Motor Electronics (DME) control unit was not activated. This lock should prevent the manual deletion of permanent fault codes. The DME fault memory lock has not been set.
M6501162019-02-25. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.. XM Satellite Radio Reception. INFORMATION Currently Satellite Radio is provided by SiriusXM for MINI customers. SiriusXM is the only company currently broadcasting Satellite Radio in North America. Satellite radio was broadcast from two different sets of Satellites using different earth orbits. XM uses geosynchronous (GEO) satellites located roughly above the equator. This means that the satellite signal to some parts of the United States can come in at an angle as low as 32 degrees to the horizon. This is different than Sirius Satellites in a Highly Elliptical Orbit (HEO) which came in to the vehicle at a higher angle to the horizon. As of April 2016 Sirius equipped head units moved to the XM Satellites constellation and now show the same location based cutouts.
M5102182019-02-25. Service bulletin. LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH; STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. SPLIT REAR DOOR ONLY OPENS ON ONE SIDE. When the key button is pressed to open the rear split doors.
M3101152019-02-25. Service bulletin. SUSPENSION. GROANING/SQUEAKING NOISE FROM THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE. A groaning and/or squeaking noise from the front axle occurs when turning at low speeds or idle.
M1101172019-02-25. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE. FAULT 118002 - MIXTURE TOO RICH SETS DURING WINTER WITH COLD AMBIENT TEMPERATURES.
M2301082019-01-07. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. "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 position. CAUSE 1. The deflection lever circlip of the gearshift mechanism is damaged or missing. 2. Possible corrosion at the gearshift mechanism (shift cables or transmission gearshift unit)"
M6201152018-12-17. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Door Open Message Displayed, Even Though Door Is Closed. The customer complains that while driving, a CCM (check control message) indicates the doors are open, even though they are closed. Also, sometimes the gong will sound and the interior lights will go on and off. Unspecified FRM (footwell module) door lock status due to voltage variations
M5102152018-12-17. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. "Delivery Stop: Remove Engine Oil Label. Affected vehicles in dealer inventory must not be retailed or delivered until this issue is corrected. Vehicles at ports of entry will be remedied prior to dealer delivery. On affected vehicles, there is an incorrect label regarding the appropriate engine oil. Affected vehicles can be identified with a ""Vehicle Comment"" in the DCS Warranty Vehicle Inquiry or ISPA Light. The text on the label does not conform to legal regulations."
M2501142018-12-17. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. The manual transmission gear shift knob easily comes off the shift rod with minimal upward force. The retaining tabs on the shifter knob do not hold securely to the shifter rod.
M1102152018-12-17. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. B38 and B48 Engines: Rough Running and Various Faults for Camshaft Sensor Signal and VANOS Control Stored in the DME. The engine runs rough and the malfunction warning is illuminated. One or more of the following faults are stored in the DME: 130104 Variable camshaft timing control, intake: Control fault, camshaft jamming 130108 Variable camshaft timing control, intake: Control fault, position not reached 130304 Variable camshaft timing control, exhaust: Control fault, camshaft jamming 130308 Variable camshaft timing control, exhaust: Control fault, position not reached 130E11 Intake camshaft sensor, plausibility: Signal implausible 130E20 Intake camshaft: Angle offset with respect to the crankshaft lies outside tolerance range 130F11 Exhaust camshaft sensor, plausibility: Signal implausible 130F20 Exhaust camshaft: Angle offset with respect to the crankshaft lies outside tolerance range 131401 Variable camshaft timing control, exhaust, cold start: Cannot be controlled 131501 Variable camshaft timing control, intake, cold start: Cannot be controlled 131808 Variable camshaft timing control, exhaust, cold start: Position not reached 131908 Variable camshaft timing control, intake, cold start: Position not reached CAUSE DME software error and/or a mechanical failure of the VANOS actuators, camshafts and the VANOS central bolt valves.
M6503152018-12-10. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM); EQUIPMENT. Real-Time Traffic Information (RTTI) is Not Displayed On the Map. Real time traffic information (RTTI) is not displayed on the map. This only affects the specific VINs (vehicle identification numbers) listed below. The vehicle was built incorrectly (without option 6UH).
M6402162018-12-10. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER. Air Conditioning Refrigerant R1234yf Introduction. INFORMATION Several precautions need to be observed when working on automotive air conditioning systems: Always wear eye protection and gloves while handling refrigerant or servicing air conditioning system. Avoid breathing R1234yf lubricant vapor or mist. Use only approved service equipment to discharge A/C systems. If refrigerant or compressor oil contacts the skin or eyes, large quantities of cool water should be used to flush the affected area. Never heat a refrigerant container with an open flame. Keep all refrigerant away from open flames. Under no circumstances should R1234yf service equipment or vehicle A/C systems be pressure tested or leak tested with air/R1234yf mixtures. NOTE: The use of compressed air (shop air) for leak detection in an R1234yf system can contaminate the system and/or refrigerant with moisture. Leak detection equipment that meets the SAE J2791 standard will work with R1234yf Never use fittings for an R12 or R134a system on an R1234yf system. Any difficulty in connecting service equipment may be an indication of refrigerant/equipment incompatibility with the vehicle's system. Always carefully ascertain the type of refrigerant used in the vehicle's system before performing service. Labels on underside of hood, will detail which refrigerant is used in the air conditioning system. Service the vehicle with compatible recycling equipment ONLY. Attempts to adapt and use incompatible service tools will destroy both the vehicle's air conditioning system and the service tool. Never use any R-12/R134a service tools on R1234yf systems. Tools, such as manifold gauge sets, retain small amounts of refrigerant and lubricant. Attempting to use the same equipment on both R-12/R134a and R1234yf vehicles will contaminate the air conditioning systems. Obtain and use the correct type of refrigerant recovery/recycling machine. Follow the directions included in the machine's instruction manual. WARR
M6205152018-12-10. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL. The Clock in the Instrument Cluster Loses time This Service Information Bulletin supersedes SI M62 05 15 dated June 2016. The time displayed in the instrument cluster (KOMBI) may lose a few minutes each week and the clock needs to be adjusted periodically.
M1208152018-12-10. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. "INFORMATION Covered under the terms of the MINI New Passenger Car Limited Warranty or the MINI NEXT Certified Pre-Owned Limited Warranty. This repair is also covered by the terms of the State-specific Emissions Warranty (dependent on the vehicle's model year, state of registration and its inclusion on the ""model-specific"" list of covered components). The MINI NEXT Certified Pre-Owned Limited Warranty applies to MINI vehicles that have and are still within the MINI NEXT Certified Pre-Owned Limited Warranty coverage period, but beyond the Emissions Warranty coverage that applies. If you are using a Main labor code for another repair, use the Plus code labor operation 00 00 556 instead. Refer to KSD2 for the corresponding flat rate unit (FRU) allowances. Vehicle Programming and Coding Control module failures that occur during programming: Please claim these consequential repairs under the defect code listed in this bulletin and use the applicable KSD2 labor operations. Other Repairs Control module failures that occur prior to programming: When covered under an applicable limited warranty, claim these repairs using the applicable defect code and labor operations in KSD2. "
M1109162018-12-10. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. VANOS AND VANOS CENTRAL BOLT IDENTIFICATION. INFORMATION Replacing the VANOS gear central bolts or the VANOS gear will require a component inspection when the engine assembly has been previously replaced in one of the vehicles listed above. Ordering the parts via the model, production or VIN may provide the incorrect part numbers. The procedure below will help identify which VANOS parts are installed in the replacement engine. 11 36 7 608 788 Inlet adjustment unit Oulet adjustment unit Refer to the ETK and the repair instructions for one time use fastener and component information regarding additional screws, gaskets and seals.
M8401142018-12-10. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL. 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: Call disconnection - Call is transferred back to the handset. In some instances the call is then transferred back to the vehicle. Contact List incomplete General connection failures Apple iOS software (issue started with iOS 8.3 continues with iOS 9.x and its variants) Samsung S6 and S6 Edge device firmware
M6602162018-12-10. Service bulletin. FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE. Collision warning and Pedestrian Warning Failed. While driving, a Check Control Message (CCM) is displayed advising of the following: Front collision warning failed Pedestrian detection failed The following fault code is stored in the KAFAS (Camera-based Driver Assistance System): 0X800AC4 - Camera calibration failed CAUSE The KAFAS camera is not properly mounted and secured to the mounting bracket on the windshield, And/ or The mounting bracket glued to the windshield is not installed correctly. The pictures below show both incorrect and correct installation. KAFAS camera mounting bracket not secured correctly to the windshield. Notice the spacing between the white outline and the bracket. Possible solutions: Verify the KAFAS camera is installed (seated) properly in its bracket Replace the KAFAS camera Replace the windshield
M6301162018-12-10. Service bulletin. EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS; EXTERIOR LIGHTING. 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 behavior.
M1203162018-12-10. Service bulletin. ENGINE. "Service Action: Program Control Units (DME - VANOS). If the engine has been off for long period of time, when started it may run very rough at idle with the Service Engine Soon (MIL) light on. The engine power is reduced and a Check Control Message (CCM) ""Drive Faulty; Drive at moderate speed"" is also displayed. If the engine is then stopped and restarted the problem would no longer be present."
M1201152018-12-10. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION. Engine Misfire Due to Failed Ignition Coil This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI M12 01 15 dated March 2016.. The Check Engine or Service Engine Soon (MIL) lamp is on with misfire fault(s) stored in the DME. Intermittent performance or rough running without a relevant DME fault stored The most likely cause is that an ignition coil has failed, which in many cases can be confirmed with basic diagnosis. During operation with high temperature fluctuations, the different materials used in the Bosch ignition coil construction can deteriorate over time, leading to a failure.

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