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2012 Mini Cooper

Everything Canada’s open data holds on this vehicle: what has been recalled, what it costs to run, and how efficient it is compared with everything else on the road.

Recalls

3

3 current

Combined

7.9L/100 km

Fuel, a year

$2,449

20,000 km, Ontario prices

Recalls

Good news: Recall repairs cost you nothing. Book with any manufacturer dealer and quote the recall number — no time limit, however many owners the vehicle has had.

Electrical

Transport Canada recall 2023281 · manufacturer campaign M61 91 23RC

11 May 2023

Transport Canada lists: Clubman 2008–2014 · Cooper 2007–2013

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the footwell module (FRM) may become contaminated by a mixture of salt and moisture inside the vehicle. Over time, this can lead to corrosion that could cause a short circuit.

Why it matters

A short circuit can create a fire risk, even while the vehicle is parked and turned off.

What the dealer will do

BMW will notify owners by mail. The corrective actions for this recall are under development. BMW advises that you should park your vehicle outdoors and away from other vehicles or structures until the recall repairs have been completed.

21,319 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety TC

Electrical

Transport Canada recall 2018544

3 October 2018

Transport Canada lists: Clubman 2009–2014 · Convertible 2010–2015 · Cooper 2007–2013 · Coupe 2012–2015 · and 1 more

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the footwell module (FRM3) may become contaminated by a mixture of salt and moisture which could lead to corrosion over time. This could cause a short circuit, resulting in overheating of the module that could lead to a fire causing injury and/or damage to property.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will inspect the footwell module, and replace if necessary. A protective film will be also installed over the module. Note: Owners are advised to park the vehicle outdoors until the recall repairs have been completed.

18,468 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety TC

Electrical

Transport Canada recall 2018195

19 April 2018

Transport Canada lists: 5 2010–2011 · 6 2012 · 7 2009–2012 · X 5 2010–2012 · and 4 more

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the auxiliary water pump (which cools the turbocharger after the engine is turned OFF) can overheat and fail. This could result in a vehicle fire causing injury and/or damage to property.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will replace the auxiliary water pump. Note: Owners are advised to park the vehicle outdoors until the remedy is applied. Additional note: This is an expansion of recalls 2011-376 and 2012-008.

3,739 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVSafety Mfr

Efficiency and running cost

Class
Subcompact
In its class
More efficient than 91% of 103 2012 vehicles in this class
Tailpipe CO₂
182 g/km

Set your own distance and pump price · Full efficiency ranking

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Common questions

Does the 2012 Mini Cooper have any recalls?
Transport Canada has 3 recalls on record for the 2012 Mini Cooper. Recall repairs are free at any manufacturer dealer.
What fuel economy does the 2012 Mini Cooper get?
NRCan rates the 2012 Mini Cooper at 7.9 L/100 km combined, emitting 182 g of CO2 per kilometre. There are 26 rated versions; this is the median.
What does it cost to run a 2012 Mini Cooper for a year?
At 20,000 km a year and Ontario average prices, about $2,449 in fuel, producing roughly 3,650 kg of CO2. Your own distance and prices will change this — the calculator lets you set both.

Source: Transport Canada — Vehicle Recalls Database; NRCan — Fuel consumption ratings. Data current as of 30 July 2026. Running cost uses Ontario average prices (155 ¢/L, 14.5 ¢/kWh), which are hand-maintained estimates. 30,784 rated vehicles on file.