*Median odometer reading when the problem happened, where owners gave one. One complaint can name several problem areas.
Electrical system
The contact owns a 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman. The contact stated that the electronic control module had short circuited from water entering the foot well from the sunroof. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer, who confirmed that the electronic control module on the driver's side had short-circuited. The contact researched online and related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V337000 (Electrical System); however, the dealer informed the contact that the VIN was not included in the recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 134,000.
Feb 13, 2026 · 134,000 milesElectrical system
The contact owns a 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman. The contact stated that there were electrical wires exposed. The contact stated that the lights, windows, and brake lights were inoperable. The Service Soon message was displayed. Additionally, the air bag, and check engine warning lights were illuminated. The exclamation and A symbol were displayed. The contact stated that the failure was related to NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V337000 (Electrical System); however, the VIN was not included. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline. The failure mileage was approximately 106,059.
Apr 24, 2024 · 106,059 milesElectrical system
My husband and I own a 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman, which we bought from a used car dealer in September 2022. The control module failed this summer, resulting in the high beams not functioning. A safety recall was issued by MINI a few weeks after we made repairs for that same problem. We are writing to request assistance in securing reimbursement from MINI for the cost of parts and labor to replace the control module. Because the NY State Inspection was due soon for our car, we needed to have a new control module installed in the car as quickly as possible. The control module was installed by East End Garage in Jefferson in mid-August. This Garage is close to our home and has competent…
Jan 15, 2025Electrical system
I received a recall notice from Mini USA in July 2023 regarding the Footwell Control Module (FRM). The letter states, "This safety recall involves the Footwell Control Module (FRM), an electronic control unit located behind an interior trim panel in the driver's footwell area. Due to a number of contributing factors, over time, the FRM could become susceptible to corrosion. Eventually, the corrosion could potentially result in a short circuit, resulting in a potential thermal event which could increase the risk of fire or injury." As of today, August 20, 2024 this recall does not have a fix, and has not been fixed in my car. I am upset that your website states that there is not recall on my…
Jul 1, 2023Electrical system
Received a recall letter, July 2023 for the footwell control module on our Mini Cooper Clubman. One 11-29 2023 I sent an email to customer relations because we have not heard anything back about the recall. Received a email from Abigail from monitoring relations on 11-30 2023 she wanted information as far as the VIN number address, name, etc. information was sent that day. I received a email on 12- 2023 that the case has been forward to the management team to an unexpected phone call from them. I did indeed call the number and left a message to call me back. Information given to me that return call was the same which has been repeatedly given to me that theyâre working on the recall and…
Jan 1, 2023Electrical system
Random airbag and seat belt restraint icon alerts. Code reader says footwell module not found. Also reports audio issue faults but audio works fine. Moved from Arizona to Washington. Now vehicle is subjected to lots of rain. Am worried air bags will not operate properly or go off without reason.
May 31, 2024Electrical system
My car has an active recall for the footwell module. This module controls the windows, the turn signals, the hazard lights, and the dome light, possibly other systems. My module has short circuited and these systems are no longer operational making my car not road legal. Our local Mini mechanic shop confirmed they arenât able to fix this issue.
Apr 20, 2024Electrical system
The contact owns a 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V337000 (Electrical System) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the windows were rolled down halfway and were no longer operable. Additionally, the contact stated that the turn signals were not operable. There was a warning light displayed of a car on a lift illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the footwell control module (FRM) had failed, and the dealer determined that the failure was related to the recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a…
Dec 31, 2023 · 108,000 miles
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