MINI problems and recalls
Owners have filed 4,988 complaints about 11 MINI models. The most complained-about is the Cooper, mostly for steering problems.
- owner complaints
- 4,988
- recalls
- 45
- models
- 11
Models
Sorted by number of complaints. Tap a model for its years to avoid.
| Model | Years | Complaints | Worst year | Top problem |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cooper | 2001-2026 | 2,237 | 2005 | Steering |
| Cooper S | 2002-2025 | 1,783 | 2005 | Steering |
| Cooper Convertible | 2005-2026 | 174 | 2005 | Steering |
| Cooper S Convertible | 2005-2012 | 138 | 2005 | Airbags |
| Cooper Clubman | 2008-2014 | 116 | 2009 | Electrical |
| Cooper Countryman | 2011-2013 | 107 | 2012 | Engine |
| Countryman | 2014-2025 | 104 | 2025 | Electrical |
| Cooper S Clubman | 2008-2020 | 91 | 2009 | Engine |
| Clubman | 2012-2024 | 80 | 2017 | Electrical |
| Cooper S Countryman | 2011-2012 | 43 | 2012 | Engine |
| Cooper Clubman S | 2008 | 34 | 2008 | Engine |
MINI problems by type
- Steering1,642
- Engine1,157
- Airbags849
- Electrical689
- Transmission485
- Visibility171
- Fuel system159
- Seats144
- Lights126
- Brakes122
Latest MINI recalls
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Service brakes, hydraulic: power assist: electric: control module -
Seat belts: rear/other: retractor -
Seat belts: front: retractor -
Structure: body -
Electronic stability control (ESC): control module -
Electrical system: propulsion system: traction battery thermal: management: software -
Structure: interior panels: door -
Electrical system: propulsion system: traction battery