The 2020 MINI Countryman has two recalls, both affecting the hybrid battery on SE ALL4 models and both carrying a risk of fire from an internal short-circuit.
In one case, loose welding material inside the battery pack can form a conductive path between cells and trigger a short. In the other, debris that entered the battery cells during production can cause the same result. Both issues apply only to the plug-in hybrid SE ALL4 trim and can lead to a battery fire.
At a glance
What can fail
Manufacturing debris may be inside one or more hybrid battery cells, potentially causing battery failure.
What the fix does
BMW will inspect the battery module and replace it if necessary at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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At a glance
What can fail
Welding beads in the hybrid battery may be loose, creating an unintended electrical connection between battery cells that could cause a short circuit.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the battery modules and replace them if needed, at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
