When the vehicle computer detects low voltage all turn signals, lights and instrument cluster immediately fail and do not turn back on. The foot well module (fwm) or foot rest module (frm) computer becomes corrupt and deletes data from the module. This becomes a major safety hazard as a nighttime failure occurred causing several near accidents due to inability to signal to other vehicles. This is a known issue with mini and they released an extended service bulletin knowing the factory footrest modules were manufactured incorrectly. Vehicles falling outside the initial warranty period are prone to safety risks when this occurs.
| VIN Pattern | WMWZC5C5*CW****** |
| Drive Type | AWD/All-Wheel Drive |
| Gross Vehicle Weight Rating | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) |
| Manufacturer | BMW AG |
| Make | MINI |
| Model | Countryman |
| Model Year | 2012 |
| Series | Cooper S ALL4 |
| Body Class | Crossover Utility Vehicle (CUV) |
| Vehicle Type | PASSENGER CAR |
| Engine HP | 181 |
| Engine KW | 134.972 |
| Engine Displacement (L) | 1.6 |
| Engine Displacement (CC) | 1598 |
| Engine Displacement (CI) | 97.5 |
| Primary Fuel Type | Gasoline |
| Front Air Bags | 1st Row (Driver and Passenger) |
| Seat Belts | Manual |
| Other Restraint System Info | Dual-stage suppl. restraint system (SRS) certified to the advanced airbag requiremnets of FMVSS 208, S14. |
| Plant City | GRAZ |
| Plant Country | AUSTRIA |