MINI problems, complaints & recalls
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
Owners have filed 811 safety complaints with NHTSA about MINI vehicles in our database, and MINI has issued 36 recall campaigns. Pick a model to see its problem areas and worst model years.
- Complaints
- 811
- Recalls
- 36
- Models
- 22
MINI models with the most complaints
- Cooper · worst year 2010376 complaints
- 110 complaints
- 88 complaints
- 70 complaints
- 22 complaints
- 22 complaints
- 3 complaints
- 2 complaints
All MINI models
| Model | Years | Complaints | Recalls | Most complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MINI Cooper | 2005–2026 | 376 | 22 | 2010 |
| MINI Cooper S | 2005–2025 | 110 | 19 | — |
| MINI Countryman | 2014–2025 | 88 | 7 | — |
| MINI Clubman | 2012–2024 | 70 | 3 | — |
| MINI Cooper Clubman | 2008–2014 | 41 | 2 | — |
| MINI Cooper Countryman | 2011–2013 | 34 | 0 | — |
| MINI Cooper Convertible | 2005–2026 | 22 | 5 | — |
| MINI Cooper S Clubman | 2008–2021 | 22 | 5 | — |
| MINI Cooper S Countryman | 2011–2012 | 19 | 2 | — |
| MINI Cooper S Convertible | 2005–2012 | 7 | 3 | — |
| MINI Cooper SE | 2020–2024 | 6 | 3 | — |
| MINI Cooper Coupe | 2012 | 3 | 0 | — |
| MINI Cooper Roadster | 2012–2013 | 3 | 0 | — |
| MINI JCW | 2007–2020 | 3 | 5 | — |
| MINI Paceman | 2013–2015 | 3 | 0 | — |
| MINI Countryman S ALL4 | 2025–2026 | 2 | 5 | — |
| MINI Cooper Clubman S | 2008 | 1 | 0 | — |
| MINI JCW Countryman ALL4 | 2025–2026 | 1 | 1 | — |
| MINI Countryman SE ALL4 | 2025 | 0 | 1 | — |
| MINI JCW Clubman | 2008–2012 | 0 | 2 | — |
| MINI JCW Convertible | 2010–2021 | 0 | 3 | — |
| MINI John Cooper Works | 2015–2016 | 0 | 2 | — |
Recent MINI recalls
Risk: A loss of power brake assist can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle. Additionally, malfunctioning ABS and/or DSC systems can cause a loss of vehicle control. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
Risk: A damaged seat belt retractor may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Risk: A damaged seat belt retractor may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Risk: A loose front body structure may not adequately protect occupants in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Risk: A loss of brake power assist or rear brake function can result in extended stopping distance. A loss of ABS or DSC can cause a loss of vehicle handling and control. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
Risk: A short circuit increases the risk of a fire.
Risk: A detached armrest can strike a rear seat occupant or prevent the thorax air bag from deploying properly, increasing the risk of injury.
Risk: A high voltage battery with water damage can cause a fire or a vehicle stall, increasing the risk of injury or a crash.
Risk: A loss of power brake assist can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle. Additionally, malfunctioning ABS and/or DSC systems can cause a loss of vehicle control. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
Risk: An electrical short-circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology