MINI — recall
Automotive · Japan · 2025-09-04
Origin: ドイツ連邦共和国
MINI was recalled in Japan on 2025-09-04. Regarding the front windshield wipers, due to improper manufacturing, some wiper motor wire harnesses are incorrectly routed. As a result, during use, the harness may interfere with the wiper linkage, causing damage to the harness, which could lead to a warni…
| Country | Japan |
|---|---|
| Category | Automotive |
| Published | 2025-09-04 |
| Country of origin | ドイツ連邦共和国 |
| Manufacturer | BMW Japan |
| Models affected | MINI Cooper C, MINI Cooper S, MINI Cooper 5 Door C, MINI Cooper 5 Door S |
| Units affected | 5038 |
| Defect | Regarding the front windshield wipers, due to improper manufacturing, some wiper motor wire harnesses are incorrectly routed. As a result, during use, the harness may interfere with the wiper linkage, causing damage to the harness, which could lead to a warning light illuminating, smoke, and impaired wiping function. Additionally, in very rare cases, there is a risk that the engine may not start. |
| Component | Wiper |
| Remedy | For all vehicles, inspect the wiper motor wire harness and correct it as necessary. Furthermore, if the harness is damaged, replace the Basic Central Platform (BCP) as well. |
| Recall number | 外-4060 |
| Official notice | View source ↗ |
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