MINI Cooper SE Problems by Year
NHTSA has 6 owner complaints and 3 safety recalls on file for the MINI Cooper SE, across 5 model years (2020–2024). The 2023 model year has the most complaints (5). The most reported problem area overall is electrical system.
MINI Cooper SE years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No Cooper SE model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2023 Cooper SE: 5 complaints, 2 recalls
- 2022 Cooper SE: 1 complaint, 2 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 SE problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 4 | 1 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Suspension | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All MINI Cooper SE model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Cooper SE | 0 | 2 | — | — | |
| 2023 Cooper SE | 5 | 2 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2022 Cooper SE | 1 | 2 | — | Fuel/propulsion System | |
| 2021 Cooper SE | 0 | 3 | — | — | |
| 2020 Cooper SE | 0 | 2 | — | — |
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Frequently asked questions
Which MINI Cooper SE years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2023 (5), 2022 (1). 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 SE?
Electrical System, with 4 complaints across 1 model year.
How many recalls does the MINI Cooper SE have?
3 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.