MINI Cooper S Convertible years to avoid
More than twice the Cooper S Convertible's typical complaint count for a model year.
Best MINI Cooper S Convertible years
Fewest owner complaints among the last 20 model years, counting only those with at least four years on the road.
MINI Cooper S Convertible complaints by model year
Owner complaints by model year. Newer years have had less time on the road, so expect them to grow.
Most common MINI Cooper S Convertible problems
All model years combined.
- Airbags45
- Steering44
- Engine23
- Transmission14
- Seats12
- Electrical10
- Brakes5
- Seat belts4
- Body4
- Driver assistance3
- Fuel system2
- Wheels1
Most reported problems on the MINI Cooper S Convertible
MINI Cooper S Convertible problems year by year
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| Year | Score | Complaints | Top problem | Typical mileage | Recalls | Crashes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | - | 3 | Electrical | 1 | 0 | ||
| 2011 | - | 4 | Electrical | 2 | 0 | ||
| 2010 | - | 10 | Engine | 30,000 | 1 | 0 | |
| 2009 | - | 9 | Engine | 47,000 | 1 | 0 | Fewest complaints |
| 2008 | - | 7 | Airbags | 30,000 | 1 | 0 | Fewest complaints |
| 2007 | - | 8 | Airbags | 27,500 | 2 | 0 | Fewest complaints |
| 2006 | - | 36 | Airbags | 65,000 | 1 | 0 | |
| 2005 | - | 61 | Steering | 69,000 | 1 | 0 | Avoid |
Recalls 4
MINI Cooper S Convertible warranty extensions
Repairs the manufacturer covers beyond the normal warranty. Check whether your car and mileage qualify before paying for one of these.
Questions about the MINI Cooper S Convertible
What years of the MINI Cooper S Convertible should you avoid?
2005. It has more than twice the MINI Cooper S Convertible's typical number of owner complaints for a model year; 2005 alone has 61, mostly about steering and airbags.
What is the best year for a used MINI Cooper S Convertible?
2008, 2007 and 2009 have the fewest owner complaints among model years that have been on the road for at least four years (7, 8 and 9).
What is the most common problem with the MINI Cooper S Convertible?
Airbags, with 45 complaints across all years, followed by steering (44) and engine (23).
How many recalls does the MINI Cooper S Convertible have?
4 recalls between 2005 and 2012. The 2011 model year has the most, with 2.
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