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A BRAND NEW BIG PROBLEM WITH 08 CLUBMAN S

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Old Aug 26, 2008 | 03:56 PM
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A BRAND NEW BIG PROBLEM WITH 08 CLUBMAN S

To all 2008 automatic mini S owners... This is the FIRST KNOW PROBLEM AS THE FACTORY, New Jersey entrance shop inspectors, Mini dealer, Northwest mini in Tacoma WA FACTORY REP, SERVICE FORMAN, HAS HAD,, To learn and understand the process of Trying to fix this clubman, Search " 2008 clubman automatic transmission problem " You will be able to read the step by step process in Trying to fix my clubman s.. ENJOY and feel free to add you imput.. as these techs are lost as of today 4-26-08...
 
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Old Aug 26, 2008 | 04:37 PM
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I am confused by this post.
The "brand new big problem" dates from April?
 
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Old Aug 26, 2008 | 05:22 PM
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Let me tune u in a bit.... This clubman has 3200 miles and most ppl would think it is new.. it went down with it's problem Last Thursday and has been with the dealer in Tacoma. The post was to alert all mini owners of such an issue and how they totally shocked with it's issue.... I hope this helps your confusion... if you have any other concerns feel free to post them.. Thanks
 
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Old Aug 26, 2008 | 05:23 PM
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MY PROBLEM SO SORRY I MEANT 8-26-08...
 
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Old Aug 26, 2008 | 05:27 PM
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I don't mean to be rude, but it doesn't seem like English is your first language. That's fine, but it means that I can't understand what problem you are having with your clubman.

What problem are you having with the automatic transmission?

What is Northwest MINI doing to fix it?

Thanks.
 
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Old Aug 26, 2008 | 05:34 PM
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I believe catguy is referring to this thread.
 
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Old Aug 26, 2008 | 05:37 PM
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Thanks Drew. Looks like he got a tad upset about all that's going on with his car and I got the wrong impression while reading the original post.

Thanks for clearing that up.

I'm sorry catguy, I did not mean to offend and genuinely wanted to help.
 
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Old Aug 28, 2008 | 02:34 PM
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8-28-08 pst time 2pm.... I spoke with the service writer that is handling the P.R with owners... They have replaced every thing under the hood that could be causing the misfiring on all cylinders.I suggested that there is a short or a pinched wire in a harness causing this issue.. Well today he told me the they have the dash out and are replacing the Key module so the key assembly is hanging out of the dash, also there are 15 individual modules that could be causing this misfiring issue.. Their testing equipment for the 08's does not have the ability to single out these individual modules conditions so they have to tear the modules out and replace them one at a time.. As I stated yesterday that it probably is in a wire harness and today he said they are replacing the harnesses that relate to each module... Today is only Day 7..i alerted them that at day 23 I will request another Clubman s, but I feel it is just time to fine the problem.. They will rent me a car next week... I will keep you all posted....
 
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Old Aug 28, 2008 | 05:55 PM
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^^Oh Geez catguy that is something

And good for you by letting them know the clock is ticking before asking for a replacement.

Keep us posted when you can.
 
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Old Aug 28, 2008 | 06:49 PM
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Where does it say they have a time clock ticking for replacement???? I call the 800 mini line and asked them and they said there is NOT time line for the fix and no replacement has been even mentioned.... Typical 800 complaint line ppl .. I was told the in the manual it states that a specific problem Must be fixed or a replacement is in order..... I do not have my manual as it is the car... Oh well.. "THIS TO SHALL PASS"
 
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Old Aug 28, 2008 | 07:31 PM
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^^here you go catguy reading from the 2008 MINI Cooper,S,Clubman,S,Service and Warranty information booklet page 31:

During a specific period (usually the earlier of 12 months or 12,000 miles,though this period varies by state),some states require us or our authorized MINI dealer,to repair in a reasonable number of attempts,any defect or condition which substantially impairs the use,value,or safety of a new vehicle sold,leased or registered in that state.

A "reasonable number of attempts" is generally defined as:(i) four or more attempts to repair the same defect (the number of attempts vary by state); or (ii) the vehicle is out of service by reason of one or more repair(s) for more than a cumulative total of 30 days (this period varies by state),except for delays created by conditions beyond our control.

If we are unable to correct a defect or condition covered by these statutes in a reasonable number of attempts,we may be obligated either to replace the vehicle or reimburse the owner/lessee,less the amount directly attributable to use of the vehicle by the owner/lessee.

You should send written notification directly to the MINI Division of BMW NA of the existence of an alleged defect.Send written communication to the Customer Relations and Service Department address listed below.

MINI Division of BMW of North America,LLC
Customer Relations and Service Department
P.O. Box 1227
Westwood, New Jersey 07675-1227
Telephone: 1-866-275-6464
Email: MINI.assistance@askMINIUSA.com
Just in case you have to end up pursuing that with MINI USA.
I hope that helps.
 
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Old Aug 28, 2008 | 08:04 PM
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HEY SCRAPPY THANKS A MILLION FOR THE TIP.... i PERSUE IT TOMORROW...
 
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Old Aug 29, 2008 | 06:28 AM
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Originally Posted by catguy
HEY SCRAPPY THANKS A MILLION FOR THE TIP.... i PERSUE IT TOMORROW...
You are welcome catguy and best of luck to you.

BTW just in case you didn't know Scrappy is the name of my car and my name is Jim.
 
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Old Aug 29, 2008 | 06:42 AM
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Have know about this since my dealer told me in May :( there has been many other cases, not just yours starting last Jan. :(
 
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Old Aug 29, 2008 | 09:49 AM
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catguy, Washington state DOES have a lemon law. They have 30 days to diagnose and fix this problem, or they owe you a new Clubman. NW MINI is well aware of the lemon law as they are supposed to give you a copy of this pamphlet before you take delivery of your car. I received a copy of mine before I walked out, and you should have too.

http://www.atg.wa.gov/uploadedFiles/...aw_booklet.pdf


Good luck. I hope you don't have to lemon it.

MINI USA can tell you what they like, they have to obey the law and they have 30 days, cumulative, over the life of the vehicle to fix this problem. The clock does not re-set if they send you home with the car and you send it back to the dealership for the same problem. That is the purpose of the lemon law. Whoever said there was no clock ticking on this repair was not versed in Washington's lemon law and you should speak to their supervisor, because you were lied to.
 

Last edited by RandomGemini; Aug 29, 2008 at 09:57 AM. Reason: Adding more info about the lemon law.
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