BMW Mini, Mini Clubman, Mini Countryman Recall R/2022/256: Undetected EGR System Leaks May Cause Thermal Activity In The Intake Manifold, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 22 Aug 2022
- Launched
- 17,921
- vehicles in the UK
- 0013700300-MINI (B47O B47U)
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
BMW recalled Mini, Mini Clubman, Mini Countryman vehicles built between 27 November 2013 and 30 October 2018. Undetected EGR System leaks may cause thermal activity in the intake manifold. The recall notice describes the fix as: the engine management control unit (DDE) will be programmed with improved software incorporating the latest OBD functionality. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
Undetected EGR System leaks may cause thermal activity in the intake manifold.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: Undetected EGR System leaks may cause thermal activity in the intake manifold. Defect: Undetected EGR System leaks may cause thermal activity in the intake manifold. Remedy: The engine management control unit (DDE) will be programmed with improved software incorporating the latest OBD functionality.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could cause thermal activity in the intake manifold.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: the engine management control unit (DDE) will be programmed with improved software incorporating the latest OBD functionality. The fix is a software update, which usually takes under an hour at the dealer.
Are You Affected?
Mini, Mini Clubman, Mini Countryman built between 27 November 2013 and 30 October 2018 may be included. BMW estimates 17,921 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with BMW, because not every car in the date range may be included.
Which Car Is It?
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What To Do Now
- Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with BMW.
- Book with any franchised BMW dealer, quoting the campaign code 0013700300-MINI (B47O B47U) or the DVSA reference R/2022/256. See how to get a BMW recall fixed.
- Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
Related Recalls
| Launched | Vehicle and fault | Severity | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mini, Mini 3 DR Hatch, Mini 5 DR Hatch, Mini ClubmanOn some diesel vehicles glycol leakage from the EGR-Cooler may occur. In very rare cases this could lead to the melting of the Intake manifold and in very rare cases result in a possible fire | Urgent | R/2023/174 | |
| MiniThe high-pressure fuel rail may not have been produced according to specifications | Urgent | R/2022/281 | |
| MiniStatic electricity may accumulate in the fuel filler tube | Low | R/2021/294 | |
| Mini CountrymanRemaining particles in the cells of the high voltage battery can cause a short circuit | Urgent | R/2020/290 | |
| Mini CountrymanRemaining particles in the cells of the high voltage battery can cause a short circuit | Urgent | R/2020/299 |
This is one of 275 BMW recalls in DVSA’s data. The BMW recall launched before it was R/2022/255 on 22 Aug 2022, for undetected EGR System leaks may cause thermal activity in the intake manifold. The one launched after it was R/2022/257 on 22 Aug 2022, for screw connections of some seats and seatbelts may not have been properly tightened during…. You can also see every BMW recall, all recalls launched in 2022 and fire risk recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2022/256, launched 22 August 2022. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.
Sources
- The Code does not itself say repairs are free. GOV.UK guidance says "You will not usually have to pay for any repairs or parts under a safety recall." gov.uk Checked 15 Oct 2026.