Why is my airbag light on in my Mini Cooper?

On 1st Gen/Mk1 R50/52/53 MINIs most airbag warning light faults are due to a mommentary bad connection to the seat airbag wiring harness when a seat is moved/adjusted, therefore storing a fault code and triggering the warning light.

Which BMW’s are being recalled for airbags?

Of the 116,000-plus vehicles recalled in late 2019, this smaller group features 3 Series variants including the model-year 2000-01 323Ci, 325Ci, 328Ci and 330Ci; model-year 1999-2001 323i, 328i, 330i and 330xi; and model-year 2000 323i and 328i wagon.

Is there any recalls on a 2009 Mini Cooper?

BMW IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2007-2011 MINI COOPER S, 2008-2011 MINI COOPER S CLUBMAN, 2009-2011 MINI COOPER S CONVERTIBLE, 2009-2011 MINI COOPER JCW, 2009-2011 MINI COOPER JCW CLUBMAN, 2009-2011 COOPER JCW CONVERTIBLE, AND 2011 COOPER S COUNTRYMAN PASSENGER CARS MANUFACTURED FROM NOVEMBER 14, 2006, THROUGH …

Does a Mini Cooper have a timing belt?

Unlike most cars, the Mini Cooper uses a metal timing chain rather than a “belt” made of composite materials. When the Prince line of engines was introduced, BMW touted that the chain should last the entire useful life of the vehicle.

How do you read a Mini Cooper VIN number?

How to Decode a MINI VIN?

1. W – Country of Origin (UK)
2. M – Manufacturer (MINI)
3. W – Vehicle Type (Passenger Car)
4. RC335 – Description (2dr/Hatchback/ MINI Cooper)
5. 9 – Check Digit.
6. 6 – Model Year (2006)
7. T – Assembly Plant (Oxford, England)
8. K64426 – Production Sequence Number.

Are airbag recalls free?

Every defective Takata air bag is under recall and will be replaced for FREE. When it’s time to get your vehicle fixed, you should get a recall notice with instructions in the mail. Visit NHTSA.gov/recalls to find out if your vehicle is affected by any recall – Safe Cars Save Lives.

How much does it cost to replace an airbag in a BMW?

On average, expect around $1,000 to $1,500 per airbag that needs to be replaced. That doesn’t take into consideration other parts that need to be changed; just the airbags themselves. Airbag module replacement will run another $600 and up.

What is the Mini death rattle?

A weak tensioner can cause your MINI to develop the dreaded cold start (death) rattle. This is where the chain is not under the correct amount of tension and is free to rattle around against the plastic chain guides. The noise can be reminiscent of a diesel tractor on startup and does not sound particularly healthy.

How long does a timing belt last on a Mini Cooper?

When Should I Replace My MINI Timing Belt? As a precaution, MINI recommends changing a timing belt many thousands of miles before the part reaches any risk of failure. Generally, this replacement interval is between 50,000 and 100,000 miles.