2009 MINI Cooper US Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Apr 30, 2009 · 1 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Cooper US years
Not enough data 2nd of 2 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2009 MINI Cooper US. That ranks 2nd out of 2 Cooper US model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine and engine cooling (1 complaints, 100%). There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2009 MINI Cooper US problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Engine and Engine Cooling1
Structure1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Engine and Engine Cooling1100%———
Structure1100%———

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

2009 MINI Cooper US recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2009 MINI Cooper US.

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Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

Radiator hose ruptures when vehicle is driven to the point that the front tires touch curb (perpendicular) during parking maneuver. Front end is too low to accommodate a standard curb. *tr

Engine and Engine Cooling · received Apr 30, 2009 · NHTSA complaint 10267343

Other MINI Cooper US years

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YearComplaintsRecalls
200910
2007 Cooper US170

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2009 MINI Cooper US?

Owners most often report engine and engine cooling, structure problems. The top one, engine and engine cooling, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2009 MINI Cooper US?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2009 MINI Cooper US a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Cooper US model years, the 2009 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.