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WMWMF73537T••••••2007 Mini Z4
27on this build
0on the model
0builds in total
3involved a fire
1injuries
Most reportedEngine 10Engine And Engine Cooling 7Air Bags 4Power Train 2
What owners of this build wrote
EnginefireJan 2019
The turbocharger had to be replaced, new turbo got hot and melted the valve cover. Then the turbocharger caught fire while in motion in a rural neighborhood. All within 6 months
Engine And Engine CoolingfireMar 2012
The contact owns a 2007 mini cooper s. While driving 15 mph, the contact noticed smoke coming from under the hood of the vehicle. The contact called the fire department who was able to extinguish the fire. The dealer serviced the vehicle under NHTSA campaign id number: 12V008000…
Electrical SystemDec 2022
The contact owns a 2007 Mini Cooper S. 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 while the vehicle was parked, the sunroof was inoperative.…
SteeringMay 2019
I have been driving mini s 2007 for more than a year with no serious issues other than one check engine light issue, which was resolved simply by a mechanic check at bmw service center. On sunday evening may 26, 2019, as I was planning to go out, I observed the steering alert…
Fuel/propulsion SystemNov 2017
My car is little over 102,000 miles. It suddenly stopped, near my house and I was not able to start again. Replaced battery, however found out that high pressure fuel pump failed. Warranty reported by mini expired earlier this year. This could be safety issue, if car stops in…
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN WMWMF73537TL87455 · decoded Nov 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.