Mini JCW owners have reported 1 problem related to gas recirculation valve (egr valve) (under the engine and engine cooling category). The most recently reported issues are listed below.
2009 Mini cooper s, only 3600 miles, suffers from what is commonly known as cold start rattle/knock. Upon starting dead cold engine, a loud and violent syncopated knock (similar to a metal hammer hitting metal) emanates from the engine on the glove compartment side, and lasts for about 30 seconds. Has happened twice in 3600 miles, both times car parked with nose tilting down. Ambient temps around 30-40 degrees f. Notified dealer both times.
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| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
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| Engine Rattling And Whining Sounds problems | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling problems | |
| Water Pump problems | |
| Gas Recirculation Valve (egr Valve) problems | |
| Engine Cooling System problems | |
| Engine Oil Leaking problems |