Paint on "S" lettering on side scuttle fading and peeling, has anyone encountered this issue? Probably a warranty claim right?
Thanks guys!

 

Dude! It's a decal

 

Not to be surprised. Not sure if the warranty covers a peeling sticker, but maybe.

If not... you can replace the whole light unit for like $30 with a variety of different styles.

 

Definitely a warranty claim. Take advantage of it while you have it.

 

My 2016, drivers side lettering, for the John Cooper Works emblem, the black in the lettering has peeled off the C o o. It was like that, from new (saw it 7 days after picking up vehicle, while I was waxing).

No biggie, but I did notify the dealer. I believe there is some kind of grace period, that if you exceed it, it will be too late. 12 months, no?

Cheers,

 

The JCW badge is covered under the regular warranty and time period.

 

I checked mine out after work last night and sure enough, the drivers' side "S" is almost gone while the passenger side is intact. That said, are we sure it's a decal and not just lousy paint? For reference, I park against a wall which means my drivers side gets hit with sun while the passenger side does not. The edges of the "S" are mostly in tact but the center is gone (see picture)

 

FYI - You can buy that whole emblem piece for $1.50. Is it even worth the hassle of taking it to the dealer?

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Car-S-Logo-R...1Xeilg&vxp=mtr

 

Not the same part. We're talking about the molded-in "S" on the side scuttle, not the badge on the hatch.

 

Bottle of Testers Model Paint and a fine brush. Done.

 

That's exactly what is happening to mine! Are you getting yours replaced under warranty?

 

Not sure if this is a warranty item but if you have a nice dealer, maybe.

 

I'll mention it next time I go to the dealer. Frankly, the only reason I noticed it is because of this thread.

 

IT IS COMPLETELY COVERED UNDER WARRANTY!!! Per a poor finish from the factory, along with the black band that your license plate attaches too. They both fade and are covered under warranty! I just had mine replaced last week

 

Are you referring the the piano black "bumper" on the front end? I had to fight tooth and nail to get that replaced. The first dealer refused to even investigate with corporate (I'm looking at you, MINI of Chicago) but the second dealer pushed to get it covered (Bill Jacobs MINI). In any event, do you have any warranty campaign information on either of the two repairs? It would make it easier for people to reference the campaign when visiting the dealer.

 

Yeah that is the one, and yes it is completely covered. If they were giving you a difficult time than the are just misinformed and have not learned of this yet. I'll see if I can come up with some literature for you.

 

Here is the defect code for the "bumper trim" 51.13.15.78.00 that was the best I could get right now.