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Campaign 12V008 Posted January 11, 2012 90,368 units

2007-2011 MINI Cooper S/Jcw Recall 12V008: Water Pump

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Reviewed by the RecallNotify editorial team
Published June 2, 2026

Recall 12V008 covers 90,368 2007-2011 MINI Cooper S and Jcw models for an overheating turbocharger water pump. Repair is free at any franchised MINI dealer.

MINI is recalling 90,368 2007-2011 Cooper S, Cooper S Clubman, Cooper S Convertible, Jcw, and Cooper S Countryman vehicles because the electric auxiliary water pump for the turbocharger can malfunction and overheat. The circuit board can smolder and lead to a vehicle fire; the MINI dealer repair will be free once available.

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What's wrong?

The electric auxiliary water pump in these 2007-2011 MINI cars helps cool the turbocharger after the engine and turbo have built heat. The turbocharger uses exhaust heat and pressure to help the engine make power, so it needs steady cooling to keep nearby parts within their intended temperature range.

In recall 12V008, the problem is inside the pump's electronic circuit board. That board controls the pump, and on affected MINI models it can malfunction and overheat. When the electronics overheat, the pump is no longer doing its normal cooling job for the turbocharger area.

There is no warning sign before failure. Owners should not expect a dashboard light, noise, smell, or change in driving feel before the pump electronics overheat.

Who's affected?

Spans 7 MINI Cooper S and Jcw variants across the 2007-2011 model years, all tied to the turbo/supercharger system.

2011 MINI Cooper S Convertible Turbo/supercharger
2010 MINI Cooper S Turbo/supercharger
2009 MINI Cooper S Turbo/supercharger
2009 MINI Jcw Clubman Turbo/supercharger
2011 MINI Cooper S Clubman Turbo/supercharger
Units affected90,368

A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle.

What's the safety risk?

A smoldering circuit board in the water pump can result in a vehicle fire. Treat this as a fire risk and schedule the recall repair soon after confirming your VIN is included. If the vehicle shows smoke or a burning odor, stop using it and call the dealer. Repair will be free at any franchised MINI dealer once available.

What should I do?

  1. Check your VIN to confirm your 2007-2011 MINI Cooper S, Cooper S Clubman, Cooper S Convertible, Jcw, Jcw Clubman, Jcw Convertible, or Cooper S Countryman is included in this recall.
  2. Watch for the MINI owner notice, then contact a franchised MINI dealer if your VIN is included.
  3. Ask the dealer about the free auxiliary water-pump replacement that fixes the overheating circuit board tied to fire risk.
  4. Bring the recall notice if you have it. If not, reference recall number 12V008 when you call.
  5. Call MINI customer service at 1-866-275-6464 with questions about your VIN or repair timing.

What happens at the repair

At the dealer, a MINI technician replaces the electric auxiliary water pump that cools the turbocharger. The replacement pump and labor are covered by the recall. BMW's remedy says owner notification began during February 2012, so the dealer should confirm the open recall on the VIN, check parts availability, and handle the water pump replacement under recall 12V008. The remedy text does not give a repair time, so plan to ask the service desk how long the appointment will take when the VIN is confirmed.

Timeline

January 11, 2012 NHTSA published the recall
February 29, 2012 Owner notification mailed

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 12V008?

Recall 12V008 covers 90,368 2007-2011 MINI Cooper S, Cooper S Clubman, Cooper S Convertible, Jcw, Jcw Clubman, Jcw Convertible, and Cooper S Countryman cars with an electric auxiliary water pump circuit board that can malfunction and overheat. MINI dealers replace the water pump for free.

What should I do if my 2007-2011 MINI Cooper S, Cooper S Clubman, Cooper S Convertible, Jcw, Jcw Clubman, Jcw Convertible, or Cooper S Countryman is on this recall?

Check your VIN to confirm your specific MINI is included in recall 12V008. If it is, contact a franchised MINI dealer to schedule the auxiliary water pump replacement. Reference recall number 12V008 when you call. The repair is free.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Federal recall law requires the defect repair at no cost, and MINI dealers replace the auxiliary water pump free of charge. The recall began during February 2012, so owners can ask a franchised MINI dealer about parts and appointment timing now.

What is the safety risk?

The safety risk is fire. The electric auxiliary water pump cools the turbocharger, and its circuit board can malfunction, overheat, and smolder. If your VIN is included, schedule the free water pump replacement with a franchised MINI dealer.

What if I bought my MINI used?

The free recall repair still applies. Federal recall law follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific MINI is included, then call a franchised MINI dealer and reference recall number 12V008.

More information

NHTSA campaign pagenhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/12V008000
MINI customer service1-866-275-6464
NHTSA recall #12V008
NHTSA recall # (full)12V008000

Source documents

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