A settlement has been reached between BMW of North America and the Class of consumers who allege that the water pump in their MINI Cooper suffered from defects concealed by the manufacturer.

Plaintiff Trish Herremans originally filed the class action lawsuit in March 2014 alleging that a design defect present in the water pumps of 2007 to 2013 MINI Coopers caused the part to fail.

As a result of the water pump failure, the engines overheated and stalled in response, according to the claim.

Herremans alleged that her water pump failed twice and said she had to pay $1,700 for the repairs since the warranty on her car had expired.

Initially, the class action lawsuit was successfully dismissed by BMW. However, following Herremans’ amended complaint filed in March 2015, BMW responded by agreeing to participate in mediation to resolve the claims.







Both parties agreed to the terms of the settlement following a successful mediation.

BMW continues to deny any wrongdoing, and entered into a settlement to avoid further cost, time and uncertainty associated with future litigation of the case.

Under the terms of the settlement, BMW agreed to compensate consumers for any repairs made to replace the water pump in 2007 to 2013 MINI Coopers. Eligible Class Members will receive up to $500 for any repairs already completed.

Should any other individuals experience water pump failure in their MINI Cooper vehicles during the Settlement Warranty Period, the part will be replaced at no charge to the owner or lessee and can be taken directly to a dealership for repair.

BMW has also agreed to pay an additional $692,500 in attorneys fees and costs and a service award in the amount of $2,500 to Herremans for her service as Class Representative in the MINI Cooper class action lawsuit.







Individuals who choose to exclude themselves from the settlement or object to the settlement must do so no later than Aug. 26, 2016.