MINI Cooper S US Problems by Year
NHTSA has 14 owner complaints and 0 safety recalls on file for the MINI Cooper S US, across 2 model years (2009–2011). The 2009 model year has the most complaints (9). The most reported problem area overall is engine.
MINI Cooper S US years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No Cooper S US model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2009 Cooper S US: 9 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2011 Cooper S US: 5 complaints, 0 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common MINI Cooper S US problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 5 | 2 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Power Train | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Interior Lighting | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Tires | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All MINI Cooper S US model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 Cooper S US | 5 | 0 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2009 Cooper S US | 9 | 0 | — | Engine |
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Frequently asked questions
Which MINI Cooper S US years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2009 (9), 2011 (5). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the MINI Cooper S US?
Engine, with 5 complaints across 2 model years.
How many recalls does the MINI Cooper S US have?
0 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.