M630426
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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.
Vehicle report
2025 MINI COOPER
Service bulletins
36 bulletinsTechnical service bulletins are instructions a manufacturer sent its dealers about a known fault. They are not recalls and the work is usually not free, but they are the clearest signal of a problem the manufacturer already knows about.
M630326
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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).
M651126
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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.
M120126
Emissions
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.
M651026
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
After a factory reset of the head unit, the navigation voice input cannot be activated or deactivated.
M650826
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
The vehicle may experience various operational issues with Apple CarPlay Projected Modes such as: Dropped connections No automatic reconnection Display errors
M650526
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Unfavorable software in Headunit 6 (HU-H6).
M650326
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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.
M610126
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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. ACSM: 02010A - Coding: Coding data not qualified VIP: 02390A - VIP control unit: Coding data not released, signature IB: 02290A - DSC control unit: Coding data not released, signature HKFM: 020D0A - HKFM: Coding data are not qualified
M650226
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
In Augmented View, the arrows are rotated by 180° (shown inverted below) when displayed on the MINIInteraction Unit (MIU).
InVehicle-InApp-Comm
Over The Air
Service Action: Left Side EMF (Parking Brake Actuator)
M630126
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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. In addition, the following fault codes entries may be stored in the RLMAL or RLMAR control unit 80807D - RLM control unit: Internal component error 808004 - SEPIC: SEPIC short circuit/overload current to terminal 31 8081FD - RLM control unit: Internal component error 808184 - SEPIC: SEPIC short circuit/overload current to terminal 31
M650125
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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.
24M31011
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
During inspection and/or diagnosis there is noticeable dirt/grease buildup on the axles near the inner and/orouter CV boots.
M651225
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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 stations, camera images or applications
M651025
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Occasionally the SiriusXM (aka SXM) Satellite Radio may be unavailable in the head unit 6 (HU-H6).
M651125
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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).
M650825
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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.
M650525
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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.
M061125
Other
Right Tie Rod Return
M340225
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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”
M540225
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
The convertible top will stop operating while the top is in progress of opening/closing, even with the user’s finger firmly on the actuator switch.
M650625
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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.
M651124
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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.
M650724
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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.
M610525
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
One or more buttons on t he center console switch control panel may function sporadically or become temporarily inoperative.
M840225
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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.
M650425
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
When answering a telephone call, the “Close all windows and the roof” pop-up message appears on theMINI Interaction Unit. When confirmed, only the side windows close; the panoramic glass sunroof is not closed.
M540124
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
After the fully automatic convertible top is closed, a clicking sound is heard from the convertible top latcheswhen they are locking.
M060725
Other
Bearing Shell Return
M610125
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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.
M651224
Service Campaign
Customers may report various issues in the vehicle, to include: Bluetooth Malfunctions Head Unit Performance Telephony Malfunctions
M610824
Service Campaign
Due to a software error in the Basic Central Platform (BCP), Remote Software Upgrade (RSU) is no longerpossible.
M060924
Other
Trailing Arm Return
M651024
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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
M650924
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
During a parking maneuver with activated Park Distance Control (PDC), intermittently the parking instructions displayed in the MINI Interaction Unit (MIU) are shown in German. The text in the instructions read: "Mit dem Parken beginnen" or “Einparken Starten” (start parking).
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