Fire risk MINI: problems by model and engine

Documented faults, from most to least important

Severity × frequency. Below each one, the MINI models it appears in.

- Critical severityFrequency: Very frequentBMW B47EGR cooler leaks with risk of engine fireYes: the EGR valve cooler can suffer internal coolant leaks which, mixed with soot and oil, can reach combustion temperatures; BMW has launched several technical campaigns since 2018 to inspect and replace it because of the risk of engine fire.Repair (garage): €500–€1,500
In Cooper F56, Cooper F55 and Countryman F60
- Critical severityFrequency: OccasionalMINI Cooper J01High-voltage battery cell modules out of specification (electric Cooper, risk of short circuit and fire)MINI has recalled electric Cooper (and Aceman) models because the high-voltage battery cell modules may not meet specification and could cause a short circuit, with a possible fire even with the car parked. The campaign started in January 2025 and was extended during 2025 to batches built between April 2023 and November 2024.
- Critical severityFrequency: OccasionalMINI Countryman U25Earth cable badly bolted that can damage the power control unit (PCU) and cause a fire (2025 recall)In August 2025 MINI recalled 1,664 vehicles (BMW 1 and 2 Series and Countryman) because of an earth cable badly bolted: the contact resistance can heat the joint, damage the power control unit (PCU) and increase the risk of fire. On the Countryman it affects cars built between 19 and 25 June 2025.

By MINI model

Open yours to see only the faults that affect it, by engine and by year.

Engines and gearboxes involved

BMW B471 fault

Frequently asked questions

What faults with a fire risk do MINI cars have?

In 5 models from MINI there are 3 documented faults with a fire risk. The most important: EGR cooler leaks with risk of engine fire, high-voltage battery cell modules out of specification (electric Cooper, risk of short circuit and fire) and earth cable badly bolted that can damage the power control unit (PCU) and cause a fire (2025 recall). Each fault has its own page with the affected years and versions, the symptoms and the repair cost.

Which MINI models have the most problems with a fire risk?

MINI Cooper F56 (1 fault), MINI Cooper F55 (1 fault), MINI Countryman F60 (1 fault) and MINI Cooper J01 (1 fault).

Which MINI engines have faults with a fire risk?

BMW B47 (1 fault).