2025 MINI Countryman Technical Service Bulletins

56 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2025 MINI Countryman. TSBs are notes manufacturers send to dealers about repair procedures for issues seen in the field. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault.

• 11037536Sep 21, 2026Electrical system. Activation of MINI Personal Assistant is not possible via the Multifunction Steering Wheel (MFL) buttonand/or via the MINI Interaction Unit (MIU). Intelligent voice control via the wake-up word “Hey MINI” is possible.
• 11036384Aug 21, 2026Electrical system. After programming the vehicle viaISTA/RSU to I-level …26-03-5xx, some ofthe interior ambient lighting strips (arrows)may begin to fail sporadically after a deepsleep cycle.
• 11034480Jun 30, 2026Exterior lighting. The front interior reading light(s) (arrows) willrandomly turn ON and OFF while driving. The reading lights are normally activated bytouching the small icons (circled).
• 11034483Jun 22, 2026Electrical system. If MINI Personal Assistant is active in the vehicle, once the customer exits the vehicle and a new key cyclestarts, the MINI Personal Assistant is deactivated and no longer available.
• 11034470Jun 19, 2026Electrical system. Due to an implementation error in various OBD diagnostics in the vehicle's control units, in very rare cases itmay happen that stored fault memory codes (DTCs) and the MIL (warning light) are not automaticallydeleted even though the underlying malfunction has already been rectified. This does not comply with the statutory OBD specifications.
• 11034482Jun 16, 2026Electrical system. After a factory reset of the head unit, the navigation voice input cannot be activated or deactivated.
• 11034481Jun 3, 2026Electrical system. The vehicle may experience various operational issues with Apple CarPlay Projected Modes such as: Dropped connections No automatic reconnection Display errors
• 11031593Apr 13, 2026Electrical system. Unfavorable software in Headunit 6 (HU-H6).
• 11031579Apr 2, 2026Electrical system. Due to an implementation error in various OBD diagnostics in the vehicle's control units, in very rare cases it may happen that stored fault memory codes (DTCs) and the MIL (warning light) are not automatically deleted even though the underlying malfunction has already been rectified. This does not comply with the statutory OBD specifications.
• 11030313Mar 18, 2026Body and structure. While driving on rough roads, a “cracking” sound is heard coming from the headliner area.
• 11030314Mar 17, 2026Electrical system. The following message is displayed on the central information display (CID): “Storage space running out”.Afterwards, apps can no longer be updated, and additional content can no longer be loaded.
• 11030062Mar 11, 2026Electrical system. BMW AG is conducting a Voluntary Emissions Recall (effective March 11, 2026) on certain Model Year 2025- 2026 MINI vehicles that were produced between February 28, 2024, and September 9, 2025. CAUSE Due
• 11029097Feb 27, 2026Electrical system. During vehicle start-up the Secure Element (SE) of the BCP may fail causing communication errors. TheCheck Control message “Drive carefully. Driving stabilisation.” will appear. In addition, the fault memoryentries below will be stored within 40 seconds of each other.
• 11028930Feb 10, 2026Electrical system. During vehicle start-up the Secure Element (SE) of the BCP may fail causing communication errors. TheCheck Control message “Drive carefully. Driving stabilisation.” will appear. In addition, the fault memoryentries below will be stored within 40 seconds of each other.
• 11027780Jan 16, 2026Electrical system. While using MINI Personal Assistant, the activation word (“Hey MINI”) must be reactivated after everyterminal change, MINI Remote Software Upgrade; or profile change. Additionally, after a MINI Remote Software Upgrade, the setup process for the voice assistant must be runagain. This was not the case previously.
• 11027779Jan 16, 2026Exterior lighting. On rare occasions, a check control message may be displayed indicating a malfunction in the rear lightingfunctions, including the brake light, taillight, side light; or turn indicator. Functionality can be restored following a terminal change.
• 11027778Jan 3, 2026Suspension. During inspection and/or diagnosis there is noticeable dirt/grease buildup on the axles near the inner and/orouter CV boots.
• 11025689Nov 19, 2025Electrical system. Vehicle may experience various operation faults with the infotainment system such as: Resets of the head unit (HU-H6) Delayed start-up of the head unit (longer than 30 seconds) Failed start-up of the head unit Sporadic or permanent problems with navigation Sporadic or permanent Bluetooth connection problems Sporadic or permanent audio problems Sporadic or permanent speech / IPA problems Missing displays, radio…
• 11025688Nov 11, 2025Body and structure. Contamination on the outer track(s) of the sunroof cassette. This can occur on either one or both side of the sunroof cassette.
• 11025687Nov 6, 2025Body and structure. Due to changes in the opening mechanism of the tailgate’s latch, it is possible that the tailgate may not completely lock after closing.
• 11024343Oct 15, 2025Body and structure. Front door power windows (left and/or right side) do not function. If the window(s) do operate, a grinding sound can be heard while opening and/or closing.
• 11024345Oct 9, 2025Electrical system. After the software update to version …25-07-5XX, currently connected Bluetooth devices are not able to automatically reconnect to the head unit 6 (HU-H6).
• 11024344Oct 9, 2025Electrical system. Occasionally the SiriusXM (aka SXM) Satellite Radio may be unavailable in the head unit 6 (HU-H6).
• 11022116Aug 21, 2025Exterior lighting. Condensation is present in the inner surface in one or both (inner and/or outer) taillamps.
• 11022115Aug 20, 2025Body and structure. While opening the door, a “groaning” sound is heard from the door brake. Doors open and close stiffly.
• 11022118Aug 18, 2025Electrical system. After MINI Remote Software Upgrade to version 03/25, the MINI Intelligent Personal Assistant no longerworks. “Language package is not available” fault message is displayed. After an attempt to download the language package, the “Failed to download the language package” fault message appears.
• 11022117Aug 12, 2025Electrical system. In certain situations, a mobile device with Android operating systems (Google, Samsung, etc.) may not be- able to connect to the vehicle OR the Android phone may not be able to connect via Android Auto.
• 11020924Jul 22, 2025Body and structure. The washer fluid reservoir (filler neck circled)may be leaking, and drains out through the wheel well liner. When the vehicle is parked, a puddle of washer fluid may be present under the right front corner.
• 11020923Jul 14, 2025Electrical system. The negative ( - ) terminal cover cannot be installed on a replacement 12 V battery.
• 11020919Jul 14, 2025Brakes. After programming from the I-Levels between …24-03-505 and lower than …24-03-540 to I-Level …24-11-530 or higher, the following CCM may be displayed: “CCM-2525: Brake system. Drive at moderate speed”
• 11020925Jul 2, 2025Other or unknown. The customer may discover that the MINI Connected Store app does not open in the vehicle, or that the loading procedure does not finish. Additionally, the language package will not download.
• 11020070Jun 18, 2025Other or unknown. The weight carrying specifications on thecurrent trailer tow hitch label are too high.
• 11019581Jun 11, 2025Electrical system. After the software upgrade to …24-11-5xx, the customer is no longer able to log onto Alexa in the vehicle. The system reacts to the customer’s voice (a blue line appears on the central display), but Alexa does notwork.
• 11019583Jun 3, 2025Electrical system. Customers may report that the display of the MINI Interaction Unit (MIU) flickers once on and off. This flickering is not continuous but may occur once every 15 to 50 seconds. No fault memory entry is stored for this customer complaint.
• 11019582Jun 2, 2025Electrical system. Customer may discover that after a sleep cycle, any paired Bluetooth devices may have been deleted fromthe head unit and any personalized menu settings may have been set back to factory.
• 11018731May 28, 2025Electrical system. One or more buttons on t he center console switch control panel may function sporadically or become temporarily inoperative.
• 11018737May 15, 2025Other or unknown. Delivery Stop Tow Hitch Trailer Label
• 11018559May 13, 2025Electrical system. When making phone calls via BMW Bluetooth (not Apple CarPlay) in the vehicle, the person in the call outside the vehicle hears a distorted voice reproduction.
• 11018558May 13, 2025Electrical system. In certain situations, a mobile device with Android operating systems (Google, Samsung, etc.) may not be able to connect to the vehicle OR the Android phone may not be able to connect via Android Auto.
• 11017299Apr 29, 2025Electrical system. MINI Interaction Unit (MIU) may intermittently black out.
• 11017298Apr 26, 2025Body and structure. While driving on a smooth and/or uneven road, a “popping” sound is heard from the bottom of the C-pillar area. This can occur on one and/or both sides on the vehicle C-pillars.
• 11017297Apr 22, 2025Seats. The dimensions on the original factory-installedright side rear seat backrest microswitchassembly may not be correct. If this is thecase, this causes microswitch to move whenthe seat backrest is raised to the uprightseating position. The screwdriver tip (left) points to the gapbetween the microswitch and the plastichousing in which it mounts. This is the gap that must be eliminated tocorrect this issue. This can be…
• 11017088Apr 2, 2025Other or unknown. The Augmented Reality Camera (ARCAM)shows up blurry when activated.
• 11015842Mar 19, 2025Seats. Customer states that he/she sees a check control message for the rear seat not being locked. There is fault codes stored in the air bag ACSM6 control module: 930C19 - Backrest Sensor right 2nd seat row: open circuit 930D76 - Function rear restraint system restricted
• 11014971Feb 8, 2025Body and structure. MINI Service Action - Tailgate Lock M51 02 25
• 11014041Feb 7, 2025Body and structure. Due to changes in the opening mechanism ofthe tailgate’s latch, it is possible that thetailgate may not completely lock after closing.
• 11013429Jan 30, 2025Electrical system. After reading out the vehicle key, Condition Based Service (CBS) data is not displayed or is incomplete. No fault memory entries have been stored, and the CBS maintenance data is displayed correctly in the vehicle.
• 11013064Jan 17, 2025Other or unknown. The MINI Personal Assistant does not activate or once activated does not acknowledge voice commands.
• 11010769Nov 5, 2024Steering. When turning the steering wheel left or right at speeds below 3 mph, a “whirring” or “buzzing” type soundmay be heard.
• 11009419Oct 22, 2024Electrical system. When the customer attempts to use the Bluetooth system, they find it is not functioning. It is not possible toestablish a connection to any paired devices. Additionally, the Bluetooth function can no longer be activatedin the Mobile Device menu. The following fault memory entries are present: A76319 - Bluetooth module: Communication to hardware failed B7F921 – BT/Wi-Fi function is not available

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