2002 MINI Cooper engine problems

Filed Mar 24, 2016 · Engine, Transmission · 118,457 miles · CT

Tl* the contact owns a 2002 mini cooper. While driving various speeds, the engine stalled. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. The electronic learning module and the pyramid warning light illuminated. The contact stated that several components were replaced due to manufacturer defects. The gear lever, transmission, brake pedal, motor, clutch, front and rear axles, and the accelerator pedal position sensor were all replaced. The failure mileage was 118,457.

Filed Feb 3, 2012 · Engine, Transmission · 56,416 miles · PA

Tl* the contact owns a 2002 mini cooper. The contact stated that while driving approximately 50 MPH, the transmission hesitated in a jerking motion and began to down-shift into another gear continuously. In addition, the engine warning indicator and ep code illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was towed to an authorized dealer, who stated that the transmission would need to be replaced due to internal damage. The vehicle had not been repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 56,416.

Filed Jun 26, 2009 · Engine · 15,201 miles · GA · 1 injury

I drove my 2002 mini cooper approximately 6 miles to drop off a friend who was visiting from out of town. I was helping my friend remove his suitcase and standing to the passenger side rear of the car when my leg made contact with the tailpipe causing about a 2 inch crescent shaped burn. The tailpipe was hot enough that my skin stuck to the pipe - it is a pretty nasty second degree burn.

Filed Nov 15, 2007 · Engine, Transmission · FL

2002 mini cooper with <55,000 miles (same owner) the shift cable detached from the transmission shift linkage while I attempted to change gears. Gear changes are no longer possible and the transmission remains in the last gear selected! Prior to this -but within the last 6 months, all the window motors died simultaneously, the fan belt would not shut off, the engine continually overheated (despite repeated service by bmw), the horn fuse would not shut off (until it blew), and the transmition is slowly dying. 1) the fan belt would not turn off -continuously, draining the battery. 2) timing belt was replaced 3) the transmission is going 4) the power windows

Filed Jul 8, 2007 · Engine · 70,000 miles · MA · fire

While driving home from work in the 2002 mini cooper the car had about 70,000 milles on it and I noticed the temperature gauge going up, and assumed my car was just overheating. I pulled into a service station and put some water in the coolant reservoirand the temperature gauge returned to normal, so I continued to drive. After about 10 minutes I noticed the temperature gauge increased again. I pulled off the highway and into a parking lot. When I opened the hood, I saw flames. By the time the fire department arrived at the scene th e car was too far gone to save. I contacted mini regarding this issue. They asked for my VIN, approximate mileage, and contact information. I sent them this information, but have not heard back from them.

Filed Aug 1, 2005 · Engine · 18,000 miles · HI · 1 injury

Dt: caller burned very badly her leg because the tail pipe stuck out too far. Tail pipe did not have a guard over it. They were located in the middle of the vehicle in the back instead on the side of the back. Dealer said to call manufacturer, and the manufacturer was not very nice . Manufacturer said there was nothing wrong with the vehicle. Caller showed a representative the problem and he wanted her to tell them how to fix it. They told caller to leave groceries in the vehicle until it cooled off.

Filed Jan 28, 2004 · Engine, Fuel system · 20,000 miles · CA

While driving at highway speed fuel tank exploded without warning. As a result, engine failed.

Filed Nov 24, 2003 · Engine · 20,000 miles · IL

-stalling when changing from reverse to drive. Has also stalled once on the interstate. -RPM's keep revving between 3000 & 5000 when I hit 55-60 MPH. Once I pass 60 MPH the RPM's decrease to a reasonable level. This happens everyday without fail.

Filed Aug 18, 2003 · Engine · 5,000 miles · FL

My 2002 mini cooper s has some engine management issues that have resulted in several close calls in traffic situations that I feel are unsafe, and have yet to be resolved or definitely addressed by the manufacturer. The most severe issue is a total loss of engine power after acceleration on clean dry pavement. Loss of power is usually in 1st gear an can last several seconds. I beleive this to be a problem not unique to my vehicle.

Filed Aug 5, 2003 · Engine · 12,950 miles · VA

There is a complete power failure at various speeds including 55 MPH. This defect or condition can result in serious injury or death. When it happened on rt. 66 in arlington va at 9:30 pm, it caused a near-collision with several other vehicles traveling on the road. There was no warning light, noise, or other indication that the engine was about to turn off.