Good news if you own a 2007 2010 mini cooper s over 30,000 miles on the odometer, youve likely paid to have the timing chain system, or perhaps even the engine, repaired or replaced. For your 2nd generation mini cooper and cooper s models including r56 hardtop r55 clubman r57 convertible r58 coupe r59 roadster r60 countryman r61 paceman. Mini cooper r56 oil consumption diagnosis 20072011. Recently an owner outcry over engine issues caused bmw to recall the highpressure fuel pumps used in some,000 turbocharged ultimate driving machines. Mini safety recalls recall lookups by vin mini usa. The 2011 mini cooper clubman has 2 problems reported for high pressure fuel pump failure. Nearly 89,000 mini coopers are being recalled over concerns of a potential fire risk. Official recalls have been issued for the 2009 mini cooper by the nhtsa. Owners may contact bmw customer service at bmw 18005257417, mini at 18668251525, or rollsroyce at 18778773735. Ecu upgrades become more critical as you add more serious engine upgrades such as turbos or internal upgrades, but are also.
This fuel pump delivers fuel at very high pressures to accommodate the direct fuel injection design. My 2011 clubman s has 55k miles on it and after some rough start problems i diagnosed the culprit to be the high pressure fuel pump on the engine. Recall stems from a potential fire hazard in an auxiliary water pump. Please note that unless you are a service customer of amc, or live in the state.
Sort of mix between stinky feet and musty basement. Choose top quality brands apauro parts, api, action crash, airtex, contitech, delphi, genuine, oem, spectra premium, vdo. Tsb home 2010 2010 mini 2010 mini cooper s the following tsbs may apply to your 2010 mini cooper s. The 2011 mini cooper clubman is a fourseat, twodoor hatchback with a passengerside reverseopening rear door. We have included all the must need parts direct from the manufacturer for your turbo mini highpressure fuel pump repairs. On december 23, 2014, mini recalled 3,679 mini cooper. The high pressure fuel pump may not have been properly attached to the engine, which may cause the fuel pump flange to crack, resulting in a fuel leak. Buy a 2011 mini cooper fuel pump at discount prices. Weve had ours nearly 3 years, the only issue has been the high pressure fuel pump which cost. For a 2010 cooper s hatchback has there ever been a warranty repair or recall for the high pressure fuel pump. The early failure can occur on both the 5 speed and 6 speed models and can fail in under 20,000 miles. Jun 04, 2015 we put together 7 common problems we find with mini coopers to help you, the owner, understand what issues you may have while owning a mini cooper.
If your engine sputters or you frequently experience low fuel pressure, these could be signs that your pump is not working properly. Mini coopers with sunroofs are known for leaks which run down the inside of the drivers side of the vehicle and pool under the carpet and will eventually fry the footwell module. Mini usa extends warranty on mcs fuel pumps by gabriel bridger 10 years ago aug 23, 10 12 this has been brewing for some time with various customer complaints over the years about the high pressure fuel pumps going out on the turbo charged mcs and jcw r55 r56 and r57 cars built from 2007 to 2009 when they made some mechanical changes. Due to issues with the high pressure fuel pump on the 2007, 2008, and 2009 mini cooper s models with the n14 engine, the mini factory has extended the warranty on the high pressure fuel pump to 10 years or 120,000. I have a 2010 but i think i have an old type faulty fuel pump. Chrysler recalls ram 1500, 2500 and 3500 pickup trucks 5212019. Mini cooper owners have reported 9 gasoline fuel system related problems since 1996. This video, from bentley publishers, details diagnosing the high pressure fuel delivery system on a 2007 2011 mini cooper. The high pressure fuel pump is a secondary fuel pump located in the engine compartment next to the fuel rail.
Mini cooper forum since 2001 join our mini cooper forums to talk about your new mini. Aug 04, 2016 bmw issued a recall for almost 89,000 2007 to 2011 mini coopers in lieu of an electronic circuit board that could overheat, and in some instances, even cause a fire. Mini factory cover for the high pressure fuel pump. The loose wires may cause the connector to melt, resulting in a fuel leak. Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 18883274236 tty 18004249153, or go to. Mini cooper fuel pump replacement costs yourmechanic. Just bought a 20 mini cooper knightsbridge in june, 20. Table 1 shows the 5 most common gasoline fuel system problems. Jun 29, 2016 this article applies to the mini cooper 2007 present. Find the correct mini cooper high pressure fuel pump hpfp. Bmw issued a recall for almost 89,000 2007 to 2011 mini coopers in lieu of an electronic circuit board that could overheat, and in some instances, even cause a fire. Rockauto ships auto parts and body parts from over 300 manufacturers to customers doors worldwide, all at warehouse prices. In february 20 bmw announced that it was recalling 569,000 vehicles due to defective high pressure fuel pumps hpfp. The fuse box holds a series of fuses for all your electronic components in the mini cooper.
The fuses are designed to break and create a shortage whenever there is an electrical overheat. This was a well known issue on the bmw n54 turbo engine and it affected thousands of bmw vehicles between 20072010, so much so that bmw issued a recall. I have all the symptoms and car is currently off the road. The mini vehicle may experience a sudden engine operational failure reduced or loss of. Jul 14, 2015 in february 20 bmw announced that it was recalling 569,000 vehicles due to defective high pressure fuel pumps hpfp. Find replacement 2010 cooper fuel pumps and pick one from our selection of quality options. Thousands of minis and mini coopers recalled cbs news. Mini cooper r56 high pressure fuel pump replacement 2007. Each fuse box holds various fuses that are responsible for many electrical components. For more information on bentley publishers line of mini technical manuals. Failed electric power steering pumps electric power steering pumps can be prone to failure.
Bmw is recalling 560 my 2009 jcw john cooper works and jcw clubman vehicles equipped with 16 inch diameter front brake discs rather than 17 inch discs. The car was driven 500 miles without knowing that there was only 1 gallon of coolant left. The same thing happened to me low rpms, engine straight stalls out. Mini cooper s high pressure fuel pump failure symptom and diagnosis diy repair. Take it into to the dealership the hpfp should be covered under warranty up to 120k since it was a manufacturing defect. Our premium fuel pump replacement for mini cooper restores line pressure and properly adjusts fuel intake, according to current driving conditions. For the fuel pump and fuel filter located inside the gas tank, see mini cooper fuel pump and fuel filter application guide. It should stay with the vehicle when sold to provide the next owner with important operating, safety and maintenance information.
Important we literally receive hundreds of phone calls per year on this issue. Mini cooper s 2010 high pressure fuel pump issue mini. There are two fuel level senders, one in each lobe on the left and right sides underneath the rear seat cushion. High pressure fuel pump assembly with fuel filter and fuel level senders. Bmw 5series recall information bmw recalls and problems.
The first recall was issued in 2010 and there were,000 vehicles. This was not a small issue, this issue of the failure of the hpff affected 10s of thousands of bmw owners, from 2007 thru 2010. If so i am entitled to the recall and the warranty repair. If youre looking at an s then try and get an n18 lci 184 bhp model. With similar systems and similar complaints from some mini owners, some expected the same action from mini. Mini has since updated their options which now includes a much more comfortable ride with a lot more options. Bmw of north america, llc bmw is recalling certain 2020 750i xdrive, 2019 m850i xdrive coupe, m850i xdrive convertible, x5 xdrive50i, x7 xdrive50i, and m5 vehicles. Genuine mini direct injection high pressure fuel pump on. Good news if you own a 20072010 mini cooper s over 30,000 miles on the odometer, youve likely paid to have the timing chain system, or perhaps even the engine, repaired or replaced.
However, as with any electromechanical component, a fuel pump will eventually degrade and fail. R55r61 ecu software upgrades skew towards performance by manipulating parameters such as ignition timing, fuel mixture, boost pressure, just to name a few. High pressure fuel pump intermittent low pressure caused stall at idle anonymous, on 2010 mini cooper s 1. For the abovereferenced vehicles, mini usa, a division of bmw of north america, llc mini usa is extending the limited warranty for the e. The 2010 mini cooper has 55 nhtsa complaints for the engine at 81,6 miles average. Recalls issued prior to 1999 are not included in search results. Bmw recalls model year 20162019 x1 sdrive28i and x1. Cooper cooper s john cooper works congratulations on your new mini this owner s manual should be considered a permanent part of this vehicle.
If your power steering pump has to be replaced it is a good idea to check out the cooling. Before your engine can consume gasoline, the 2010 mini cooper fuel pump is responsible for supplying gas to the system. Owners were notified of the recall, but if you own one of the affected models listed below. Bmw of north america, llc bmw is recalling certain model year 2014 mini cooper hardtop 2 door vehicles manufactured december 1, 20, to may 14, 2014. Bmw 6series recall information bmw recalls and problems. The beatles each owned one and the mini cooper paved. Mini factory replacement dmtl diagnostic module tank leakage or leak diagnosis pump.
This product is made of highquality materials to sere you for years to come. Additionally, the fuel pump may stop working, possibly causing an engine stall and increase the risk of a crash. Mini cooper r56 fuel pump testing 20072011 pelican. In place of the regular cooper s rear liftgate is a pair of outwardswinging doors. Thanks to bentley publishing for allowing us to post this video. The source of the information below is the national highway transportation safety administration nhtsa, which maintains tsbs for vehicles sold in the united states.
Cooper fuel pumps best fuel pump for mini cooper price. Mini cooper s r56 high pressure fuel pump hpff if you have been reading our blogs and facebook page, you know well the issue w the bmw high pressure fuel pump hpff associated w the 5335535 n54 turbo motors. Mini replaced spark plugs and ran all kinds of other tests. Good news mini cooper timing chain warranty extension. The complete details of all recalls are listed below, along with what they cover and. Bentley diagnosis without guesswork manual for mini.
This is the second time bmw has issued a recall due to defective fuel pumps. Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. Early clutch failure is not uncommon on the 1st or 2nd gen mini cooper. This hpfp highpressure fuel pump is the main pressure behind the direct injection engine and is located on the side of the engine head. Please allow up to 30 days after completion of a recall on you vehicle for this data to be updated. Mini usa extends warranty on mcs fuel pumps motoringfile. Bmw announced on monday the recall of nearly 89,000 of its mini and mini cooper cars in u. Oct 16, 2008 on october 16, 2008, mini recalled 560 mini cooper. Bmw high pressure fuel pump issues the haus independent. For general information regarding recalls, please call the bmw recall hotline at 800 5257417. Recently an owner outcry over engine issues caused bmw to recall the high pressure fuel pumps used in some,000 turbocharged ultimate driving machines.
The right fuel tank lobe holds the fuel level sender and fuel filter, while the left tank lobe holds the fuel pump. Mini cooper s high pressure fuel pump failure symptom and. Mini cooper convertible s car is a very sturdy, fun ride. Theres a good chance theres something wrong with the high pressure fuel pump. Mini cooper questions check engine light keeps coming on. Bmw says owners of affected vehicles will be informed of the recall shortly. This article applies to the mini cooper 2007 present. John cooper works congratulations on your new mini this owner s manual should be considered a permanent part of. On october 16, 2008, mini recalled 560 mini cooper. Thought i saw a article last month stating there is a problem with this models fuel tank andor fuel pump. The circuit board controls the electric auxiliary water pump which cools the turbo. A high quality, oem fuel pump can last indefinitely. There was a recall on the fuel pump on models up to 2009 on the cooper s. According to the manufacturer castrol 5w 30 must be used, but i am using mobil 1 5w 30, but in the second oil change i used a liter of oil, i do not know why any.
The number one most common problem is related to the vehicles fuel hoses linespiping and fittings 3 problems. Order one of autozones customized cooper fuel pumps to restore onroad smoothness with fulltilt power. Bmw recommends that owners park their vehicle outdoors until the. Following is a breakdown of the labor and parts estimates. Mini coopers can be great fun to drive, but sometimes problems do crop up.