Safety score
65/100
Below-average recall-severity risk Lower recall-severity risk than 65% of vehicles we track.

The Mini Cooper scores 65 out of 100 (grade B), a better-than-average recall record. That score reflects how serious the recalls are rather than how many. 76% involve a critical safety system, none carried a do-not-drive warning, and 24% were issued in the last three years. How the score works.

Those 25 campaigns span 16 model years of the Mini Cooper. The single largest affected 266,716 vehicles, over electronic stability control (esc). A recall repair is free at a franchised dealer and most never expire, so an older open recall is still worth fixing. Beyond recalls, you can also see the most common Cooper problems owners report and its crash-test safety ratings.

The full record is below, grouped first by model year and then listed in detail. Each entry gives the defect NHTSA describes, the safety risk it creates, the manufacturer's remedy, the number of vehicles in that campaign, and the dates. A recall covers a whole production run, so a campaign listed for the Mini Cooper may not apply to your exact vehicle, and one you have already had repaired will still appear in the history. To see what is actually open and unfixed on a specific car, check its 17-digit VIN.

Mini Cooper recalls by model year

Recall activity by model year. Select a year to jump to its recalls below. Older years often carry more recalls simply because defects surface over time.

Mini Cooper recalls by affected system

Which vehicle systems the recalls touch, using NHTSA's component groups. Select a system to see how it is recalled across every make and model.

Recalls by model year

2026 Mini Cooper Recalls

1 recall affects the 2026 Mini Cooper, involving the seat belts.

2025 Mini Cooper Recalls

3 recalls affect the 2025 Mini Cooper, involving the electronic stability control (esc), service brakes, and seat belts.

2024 Mini Cooper Recalls

2 recalls affect the 2024 Mini Cooper, involving the electrical system.

2023 Mini Cooper Recalls

2 recalls affect the 2023 Mini Cooper, involving the electrical system.

2022 Mini Cooper Recalls

2 recalls affect the 2022 Mini Cooper, involving the electrical system.

2021 Mini Cooper Recalls

4 recalls affect the 2021 Mini Cooper, involving the electrical system, seat belts, and air bags.

2020 Mini Cooper Recalls

4 recalls affect the 2020 Mini Cooper, involving the electrical system, air bags, and structure.

2019 Mini Cooper Recalls

2 recalls affect the 2019 Mini Cooper, involving the steering and engine and engine cooling.

2017 Mini Cooper Recalls

3 recalls affect the 2017 Mini Cooper, involving the exterior lighting, air bags, and seat belts.

2016 Mini Cooper Recalls

4 recalls affect the 2016 Mini Cooper, involving the exterior lighting, seat belts, and steering.

2015 Mini Cooper Recalls

6 recalls affect the 2015 Mini Cooper, involving the air bags, seats, and structure.

2014 Mini Cooper Recalls

7 recalls affect the 2014 Mini Cooper, involving the air bags, seats, and structure.

2013 Mini Cooper Recalls

1 recall affects the 2013 Mini Cooper, involving the electrical system.

2012 Mini Cooper Recalls

2 recalls affect the 2012 Mini Cooper, involving the electrical system and engine and engine cooling.

2011 Mini Cooper Recalls

3 recalls affect the 2011 Mini Cooper, involving the engine and engine cooling and electrical system.

2010 Mini Cooper Recalls

3 recalls affect the 2010 Mini Cooper, involving the engine and engine cooling and electrical system.

Every Mini Cooper recall in detail

Select any recall to read the full defect, risk, and remedy text. Do Not Drive and Park Outside warnings stay visible without opening anything.

Seat BeltsSep 17, 2025 · 1,571 vehiclesNHTSA 25V616000
Affected years
2025-2026 Mini Cooper
Vehicles in this recall
1,571
Reported
Sep 17, 2025
Owners notified
Nov 13, 2025

Defect: BMW of North America, LLC is recalling certain 2025-2026 X1 and X2, MINI Cooper Convertible, MINI Cooper, Mini Countryman S ALL4, and 2025 MINI Countryman SE ALL4 vehicles. The torsion bar in both front seat belt retractors may have been damaged during production.

Risk: A damaged seat belt retractor may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy: Dealers will replace both front seat belt retractors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 13, 2025. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) will be searchable on NHTSA.gov on November 7, 2025.

NHTSA campaign number 25V616000.

Electronic Stability Control (ESC)Sep 18, 2024 · 309 vehiclesNHTSA 24V697000
Affected years
2025 Mini Cooper
Vehicles in this recall
309
Reported
Sep 18, 2024
Owners notified
Nov 13, 2024

Defect: BMW of North America (BMW) is recalling certain 2023-2024 X1, 2024-2025 X5, 2025 X6, 2023-2025 X7, 740i, 760i, 2024 XM, 530i, 540i, i7, 750e, X2, 2024-2025 i5, 2024 Rolls Royce Spectre, 2025 MINI Countryman S ALL4, JCW Countryman ALL4, and 2025 MINI Hardtop 2 Door (Cooper, Cooper S) vehicles. Please refer to the recall report for the complete list of models. The welds in the servomotor of the integrated brake control module may break, causing a loss of power brake assist and rear brake function. In addition, the Antilock Brake System (ABS) and Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) system may not function.

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.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the integrated brake system, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 13, 2024. Owners can contact BMW Customer Service at 1-800-525-7417.

NHTSA campaign number 24V697000.

Electrical SystemAug 15, 2024 · 12,535 vehiclesNHTSA 24V612000
Affected years
2020-2024 Mini Cooper
Vehicles in this recall
12,535
Reported
Aug 15, 2024
Owners notified
Oct 14, 2024

Defect: BMW of North America, LLC. (BMW) is recalling certain 2020-2024 MINI Hardtop 2 Door (Cooper SE) vehicles. Faults may occur in the high voltage battery or high voltage system, resulting in a short circuit.

Risk: A short circuit increases the risk of a fire.

Remedy: Owners are advised that if a warning message is displayed in the vehicle, to park the vehicle outside and away from structures until the remedy has been completed. Dealers will provide a software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 14, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-866-ASK-MINI (1-866-275-6464).

NHTSA campaign number 24V612000.

Electrical SystemApr 29, 2024 · 145 vehiclesNHTSA 24V302000
Affected years
2020-2024 Mini Cooper
Vehicles in this recall
145
Reported
Apr 29, 2024
Owners notified
Oct 30, 2024

Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020-2024 MINI Hardtop 2 Door (Cooper SE) vehicles. The high voltage battery housing may not have been sealed properly, allowing water to enter the battery.

Risk: A high voltage battery with water damage can cause a fire or a vehicle stall, increasing the risk of injury or a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and leak test the high voltage battery, and repair the battery as necessary, free of charge. Letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed June 28, 2024. Owner notification letters were mailed October 30, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-866-825-1525.

NHTSA campaign number 24V302000.

Electronic Stability Control (ESC)Feb 12, 2024 · 266,716 vehiclesNHTSA 24V104000
Affected years
2025 Mini Cooper
Vehicles in this recall
266,716
Reported
Feb 12, 2024
Owners notified
Jun 28, 2024

Defect: BMW of North America, LLC. (BMW) is recalling certain 2023-2025 BMW, MINI, and Rolls-Royce vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models and model years. The integrated brake (IB) system may malfunction and result in a loss of power brake assist or cause the Antilock Brake (ABS) and Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) systems to not function properly.

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.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the integrated brake system, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed between June and December 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Rolls Royce customer service at 1-877-877-3735.

NHTSA campaign number 24V104000.

Electrical SystemMay 11, 2023 · 97,933 vehiclesNHTSA 23V337000
Affected years
2010-2013 Mini Cooper
Vehicles in this recall
97,933
Reported
May 11, 2023
Owners notified
May 13, 2024

Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2008-2014 MINI Clubman Cooper, Clubman Cooper S, Clubman John Cooper Works, and 2007-2013 MINI Hardtop 2-Door Cooper, Cooper S, and John Cooper Works vehicles sold, or ever registered, in Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Dakota, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, Washington D.C., and Wisconsin. The electronic control module in the driver's side footwell area may short-circuit, due to corrosion from water and road salt.

Risk: An electrical short-circuit can increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect the sunroof drains, interior footwell area, and FRM and, depending upon the results of the inspection, certain components will be replaced. Owner notification letters were mailed May 13, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-866-825-1525.

NHTSA campaign number 23V337000.

Seat BeltsJul 21, 2021 · 21,537 vehiclesNHTSA 21V554000
Affected years
2021 Mini Cooper
Vehicles in this recall
21,537
Reported
Jul 21, 2021
Owners notified
Sep 3, 2021

Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2021 2 Series (230i, 230i xDrive, M240i, M240i xDrive), 330e, 330e Xdrive, 4 Series Coupe (430i, 430i xDrive, M440i xDrive) M4 Coupe, M4 Competition Coupe, BMW 4 Series Convertible (430i, M440i), BMW X1 sDrive28i, xDrive28i, 2 Series Gran Coupe (228i, 228i xDrive, M235i xDrive), M2 Competition Coupe, 330i, 330i xDrive, M340i, M340i xDrive, M3, M3 Competition, 530i, 530i xDrive, 540i, 540i xDrive, MINI Hardtop 2 Door (Cooper, CooperS, JCW), X2 sDrive28i, X2 xDrive28i, X2 M35i, Z4 sDrive30i, Z4 M40i, MINI Hardtop 2 Door (Cooper SE), MINI Convertible (Cooper, Cooper S, JCW), MINI Clubman (Cooper S, Cooper S All4, JCW), MINI Countryman (Cooper, Cooper All4, Cooper S, Cooper S All4, JCW All4), Rolls Royce Ghost, MINI Countryman (Cooper S E All4), Rolls Royce Phantom, Rolls Royce Cullinan, and Toyota Supra vehicles. The passenger seat belt Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) may deactivate early, before the webbing fully retracts. As such, these assemblies fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

Risk: During a crash, a seat belt retractor that does not function as intended increases the risk of injury.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect the seat belt retractors (including the seat belts) and, if necessary, replace the retractors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 3, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417; 1-866-825-1525 (MINI); 1-877-877-3735 (Rolls Royce); and 1-888-270-9371 (Toyota).

NHTSA campaign number 21V554000.

Air BagsMay 20, 2020 · 76 vehiclesNHTSA 20V283000
Affected years
2020-2021 Mini Cooper
Vehicles in this recall
76
Reported
May 20, 2020
Owners notified
Jul 17, 2020

Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020 X1 xDrive28i, X1 sDrive28i, X2 xDrive28i and X2 sDrive28i, 2020 MINI Clubman Cooper S All4, 2021 MINI Hardtop 2 Door (Cooper, Cooper S, John Cooper Works and Cooper S E) and MINI Hardtop 4 Door (Cooper and Cooper S) vehicles. Due to a problem with the rollover sensor within the air bag control unit, in the event of a rollover crash, the head air bag, seat belt pretensioners and other safety systems, may not activate.

Risk: If the safety systems do not deploy as intended in a roll over crash, it may increase the risk of injury.

Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air bag control unit, free of charge. The recall began July 17, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or MINI customer service at 1-866-825-1525.

NHTSA campaign number 20V283000.

StructureAug 28, 2019 · 683 vehiclesNHTSA 19V634000
Affected years
2020 Mini Cooper
Vehicles in this recall
683
Reported
Aug 28, 2019
Owners notified
Oct 11, 2019

Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020 MINI Hardtop 2-Door Cooper, Cooper S, and JCW vehicles. The rear side trim panels may have been assembled without a crash pad. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 214, "Side Impact Protection."

Risk: Without a crash pad, rear seat passengers would have an increased risk of injury in the event of a side impact crash.

Remedy: MINI will notify owners, and MINI dealers will install crash pads, free of charge. The recall began October 11, 2019. Owners may contact MINI customer service at 1-866-825-1525.

NHTSA campaign number 19V634000.

SteeringAug 14, 2019 · 32 vehiclesNHTSA 19V601000
Affected years
2019 Mini Cooper
Vehicles in this recall
32
Reported
Aug 14, 2019
Owners notified
Oct 11, 2019

Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018-2019 BMW X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i, 2019 X2 xDrive28i, MINI Cooper S Convertible, Countryman, and John Cooper Works Countryman vehicles. The steering gear tie rod may have been assembled incorrectly, which may result in excessive wear of the tie rod end, eventually causing it to break.

Risk: A broken steering tie rod would lead to a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles and replace the tie rods and ball joints as necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 11, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or MINI customer service at 1-866-825-1525.

NHTSA campaign number 19V601000.

Engine And Engine CoolingJul 11, 2018 · 5,309 vehiclesNHTSA 18V465000
Affected years
2019 Mini Cooper
Vehicles in this recall
5,309
Reported
Jul 11, 2018
Owners notified
Sep 6, 2018

Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 BMW 540d xDrive vehicles. The crankshaft sensor may be equipped with incorrect firmware, preventing the sensor from properly processing input from the crankshaft reluctor ring, possibly resulting in a vehicle stall. On September 12, 2018, BMW expanded the recall to a total of 5,309 vehicles including certain 2018-2019 BMW 540d xDrive, 230i M240i, M240i xDrive, X2 sDrive28i, X2 xDrive28i, X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i, 330i, 330i xDrive, 340i, 340i xDrive, 330i xDrive Gran Turismo, 530i, 530i xDrive, 540i, 540i xDrive, 530e, 530e xDrive, 640i xDrive Gran Turismo, 330e, 2019 430i Gran Coupe, 430i xDrive Gran Coupe, 440i Gran Coupe, 440i xDrive Gran Coupe, 430i, 430i xDrive, 440i, 440i xDrive, 740i, 740i xDrive, MINI Cooper, Cooper S, JCW, MINI Countryman (Cooper, Cooper All4, Cooper S, Cooper S All4, JCW All4), and MINI Clubman (Cooper, Cooper S, Cooper All4, Cooper S All4, JCW All4) vehicles.

Risk: A vehicle stall can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the crankshaft sensor, free of charge. The recall began September 6, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

NHTSA campaign number 18V465000.

Engine And Engine CoolingApr 18, 2018 · 47,806 vehiclesNHTSA 18V248000
Affected years
2010-2012 Mini Cooper
Vehicles in this recall
47,806
Reported
Apr 18, 2018
Owners notified
Jun 15, 2018

Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2011-2012 BMW 550i, 550i xDrive, 550i Gran Turismo, 550i Gran Turismo xDrive, 750i, 750Li, 750i xDrive, 750Li xDrive, 760Li, X5 xDrive50i, X5 M, X6 xDrive50i, X6 M, ActiveHybrid7, MINI Cooper S Convertible, John Cooper Works (JCW) Convertible, Cooper S Countryman, Cooper S Countryman ALL4, Cooper S, JCW, Cooper S Clubman, JCW Clubman, Cooper S Roadster, JCW Roadster, Cooper S Coupe, JCW Coupe and Rolls-Royce Ghost, 2011 BMW X6 Hybrid and 2012 BMW 650i Coupe, 650i xDrive Coupe, 650i Convertible and 650i xDrive Convertible vehicles. The electric auxiliary water pump may fail and cause the circuit board to overheat.

Risk: If the circuit board were to overheat, it can increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the electric auxiliary water pump, free of charge. Depending on the model, there are currently limited parts available, however not all parts are available at this time. Owners will be notified of the recall beginning June 11, 2018, and will receive a second notification when remedy parts become available. Owners may contact BMW customer service at BMW 1-800-525-7417, MINI at 1-866-825-1525, or Rolls-Royce at 1-877-877-3735. Note: BMW recommends that owners park their vehicle outdoors until the recall remedy has been performed.

NHTSA campaign number 18V248000.

Exterior LightingMar 31, 2017 · 16,883 vehiclesNHTSA 17V222000
Affected years
2016-2017 Mini Cooper
Vehicles in this recall
16,883
Reported
Mar 31, 2017
Owners notified
May 19, 2017

Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2016-2017 MINI Cooper Clubman, Cooper S Clubman and JCW Clubman vehicles. When the affected vehicles are braking and the turn signals are on, the inner, bumper-mounted, brake light will go out. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Risk: If the brake light does not illuminate when a turn signal is activated, other drivers may be confused, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: MINI will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the vehicle to correct the brake lighting, free of charge. The recall began May 22, 2017. Owners may contact MINI customer service at 1-866-825-1525.

NHTSA campaign number 17V222000.

Air BagsDec 20, 2016 · 3,506 vehiclesNHTSA 16V914000
Affected years
2017 Mini Cooper
Vehicles in this recall
3,506
Reported
Dec 20, 2016
Owners notified
Feb 10, 2017

Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2017 BMW 640i, 640i xDrive, 650i, 650i xDrive, M6, 535i, 535i xDrive, 430i, 430i xDrive, 440i, 440i xDrive, M4, X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i, i3, i8, Rolls-Royce Dawn, Mini Clubman Cooper, Clubman Cooper S, Cooper All4, Cooper S All4, Mini 4-Door Cooper, Cooper S, Mini 2-Door Cooper, Cooper S, John Cooper Works and 2016 BMW 528i, 528i xDrive, 535i, 535i xDrive, 550i, 550i xDrive, M5 and 535d vehicles. The affected vehicles have seat- mounted side air bag inflator initiators that may fail to ignite during a crash.

Risk: If the air bag inflator initiator fails to ignite, the seat-mounted air bag will not deploy, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air bag modules, free of charge. The recall began February 6, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

NHTSA campaign number 16V914000.

Seat BeltsOct 17, 2016 · 15,455 vehiclesNHTSA 16V747000
Affected years
2016-2017 Mini Cooper
Vehicles in this recall
15,455
Reported
Oct 17, 2016
Owners notified
Jul 3, 2019

Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i, MINI Hardtop 4 Door Cooper, Mini Hardtop 4 Door Cooper S, MINI Cooper Clubman, and Cooper S Clubman, 2017 Rolls-Royce Ghost, and 2016 528i vehicles. The vehicle-sensitive locking mechanism of the seat belt Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) for the driver's seat may not lock as designed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies."

Risk: In the event of a crash where heavy braking is applied, the Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) may activate when the occupant is more forward in the seat, possibly increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's seat belt assembly, free of charge. The recall began July 3, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

NHTSA campaign number 16V747000.

SteeringDec 30, 2015 · 2 vehiclesNHTSA 15V887000
Affected years
2016 Mini Cooper
Vehicles in this recall
2
Reported
Dec 30, 2015
Owners notified
Dec 28, 2015

Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling one model year 2016 MINI Cooper Hardtop 2 Door vehicle manufactured November 24, 2015, and one BMW X1 Sports Activity Vehicle (SAV) manufactured October, 19 2015. The steering gearbox may have been manufactured with incorrect parts.

Risk: A gearbox malfunction may cause a loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy: BMW will replace the steering gearbox, free of charge. Affected vehicles are located in dealer inventory and will be remedied before customer retail. The recall began on December 28, 2015. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

NHTSA campaign number 15V887000.

Air BagsNov 9, 2015 · 38 vehiclesNHTSA 15V739000
Affected years
2014-2015 Mini Cooper
Vehicles in this recall
38
Reported
Nov 9, 2015
Owners notified
Dec 28, 2015

Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 MINI Cooper Hardtop 2 door vehicles manufactured February 25, 2014, to May 16, 2015, 2014-2015 MINI Cooper S Hardtop 2 door vehicles manufactured March 28, 2014, to May 9, 2015, 2015 MINI Cooper Hardtop 4 door vehicles manufactured October 17, 2014, to June 2, 2015, and 2015 MINI Cooper S Hardtop 4 door vehicles manufactured November 24, 2014, to June 11, 2015. During a service appointment, the affected vehicles received replacement front passenger seat cushions (which contain integral Capacitive Interior Sensing (CIS) functions). The CIS functions may have been incorrectly calibrated, and if so, would cause impaired occupant classification and thus inappropriate air bag activation/deactivation.

Risk: Inappropriate air bag activation/deactivation can increase the risk of occupant injury in the event of a vehicle crash.

Remedy: MINI will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the front passenger seat cushion, free of charge. The recall began on December 28, 2015. Owners may contact MINI customer service at 1-866-825-1525 .

NHTSA campaign number 15V739000.

Air BagsOct 7, 2015 · 6,073 vehiclesNHTSA 15V628000
Affected years
2014-2016 Mini Cooper
Vehicles in this recall
6,073
Reported
Oct 7, 2015
Owners notified
Nov 25, 2015

Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 MINI Cooper S and MINI Cooper two-door vehicles, 2015-2016 MINI John Cooper Works and MINI Cooper S and MINI Cooper four-door vehicles and 2014-2015 BMW i3 vehicles. Due to a manufacturing error, the passenger frontal air bag may not deploy properly in a low speed crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

Risk: In the event of a vehicle crash, an air bag that does not deploy properly increases the risk of injury to the front seat passenger.

Remedy: MINI and BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag module, free of charge. The recall began on November 25, 2015. Owners may contact MINI customer service at 1-866-825-1525 and BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

NHTSA campaign number 15V628000.

StructureJul 17, 2015 · 30,456 vehiclesNHTSA 15V450000
Affected years
2014-2015 Mini Cooper
Vehicles in this recall
30,456
Reported
Jul 17, 2015
Owners notified
Sep 4, 2015

Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 MINI Cooper and MINI Cooper S Hardtop 2 Door vehicles and 2015 MINI John Cooper Works Hardtop 2 Door vehicles. The affected vehicles do not meet the side impact performance requirements for the rear seat passengers. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 214, "Side Impact Protection."

Risk: If the side impact performance requirements are not met, rear seat passengers may be at a higher risk of injury during a crash.

Remedy: MINI will notify owners, and dealers will install additional energy absorption material between the rear interior side panels and the exterior vehicle body, free of charge. The recall began on September 4, 2015. Owners may contact MINI customer service at 1-866-825-1525. Note: this recall supersedes 14V-815.

NHTSA campaign number 15V450000.

EquipmentJan 26, 2015 · 13,130 vehiclesNHTSA 15V034000
Affected years
2014-2015 Mini Cooper
Vehicles in this recall
13,130
Reported
Jan 26, 2015
Owners notified
Oct 15, 2015

Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 MINI Cooper Hardtop two door vehicles manufactured December 1, 2013, to December 14, 2014. The affected vehicles may have been manufactured with an incorrect maximum capacity weight stated on the Tire Information Placard. Thus, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 110, "Tire Selection and Rims and Motor Home/Recreation Vehicle Trailer Load Carrying Capacity Information for Motor Vehicles with a GVWR of 4,536 kilograms (10,000 pounds) or less."

Risk: The maximum weight listed on the label is incorrect (too low) and therefore does not comply with Federal Regulations.

Remedy: MINI will notify owners, and dealers will replace the incorrect labels with corrected labels, free of charge. Owners were mailed interim notification on March 18, 2015. The recall began on October 15, 2015. Owners may contact MINI customer service at 1-866-825-1525.

NHTSA campaign number 15V034000.

Power TrainDec 15, 2014 · 1,928 vehiclesNHTSA 14V789000
Affected years
2014-2015 Mini Cooper
Vehicles in this recall
1,928
Reported
Dec 15, 2014
Owners notified
Feb 4, 2015

Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 MINI Cooper Hardtop 2 Door, and Cooper S Hardtop 2 Door vehicles manufactured January 6, 2014, to October 17, 2014. During service appointments, dealers may have inadvertently reprogrammed the transmission control unit with software that may allow drivers to exit the vehicle when the transmission is not in Park. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 114, "Theft Protection and Rollaway Prevention."

Risk: If the driver exits the vehicle without the transmission being in Park, the vehicle could roll away as the driver and other occupants exit the vehicle or anytime thereafter. A vehicle rollaway increases the risk of injury to exiting occupants and bystanders.

Remedy: MINI will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the transmission control module with the correct software, free of charge. The recall February 4, 2015. Owners can contact MINI customer service at 1-866-825-1525.

NHTSA campaign number 14V789000.

SeatsNov 10, 2014 · 846 vehiclesNHTSA 14V721000
Affected years
2015 Mini Cooper
Vehicles in this recall
846
Reported
Nov 10, 2014
Owners notified
Dec 29, 2014

Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2015 MINI Cooper Hardtop 2 Door vehicles manufactured August 12, 2014, to September 2, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the driver and front passenger seatback adjustment mechanism may not be fully engaged.

Risk: If the seatback adjustment mechanism is not fully engaged, the seatback may fold during a rear impact collision, increasing the risk of injury to the seat occupant.

Remedy: MINI will notify owners, and dealers will re-align and re-tighten the seatback adjustment mechanisms, free of charge. The recall began December 29, 2014. Owners can contact MINI customer service at 1-866-825-1525.

NHTSA campaign number 14V721000.

TiresOct 3, 2014 · 5,805 vehiclesNHTSA 14V619000
Affected years
2014 Mini Cooper
Vehicles in this recall
5,805
Reported
Oct 3, 2014
Owners notified
Nov 20, 2014

Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2014 MINI Cooper Hardtop 2-door vehicles manufactured January 7, 2014, to July 21, 2014. The spare wheel may have been attached under the car with a nut that is not self-locking.

Risk: Vibrations from driving may cause the nut to loosen, allowing the wheel to separate from the car. If the spare wheel separates from the vehicle, it could become a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the spare wheel securing nut with a self-locking nut, free of charge. The recall began on November 20, 2014. Owners may contact MINI customer service at 1-866-275-6464.

NHTSA campaign number 14V619000.

Air BagsJul 14, 2014 · 27 vehiclesNHTSA 14V422000
Affected years
2014 Mini Cooper
Vehicles in this recall
27
Reported
Jul 14, 2014
Owners notified
Sep 8, 2014

Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling a certain model year BMW i3 vehicle manufactured March 31, 2014, and certain 2014 MINI Cooper Hardtop vehicles manufactured February 2, 2014 to May 30, 2014. The affected vehicles may have been manufactured with an air bag inflator that was not assembled correctly. This could cause the air bag to not deploy properly in the event of an accident.

Risk: If the air bag deploys improperly in the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the air bags, the seat occupant may be at an increased risk of injury.

Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger side air bag, free of charge. The recall began in September 2014. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

NHTSA campaign number 14V422000.

Engine And Engine CoolingJan 11, 2012 · 90,368 vehiclesNHTSA 12V008000
Affected years
2010-2011 Mini Cooper
Vehicles in this recall
90,368
Reported
Jan 11, 2012
Owners notified
Feb 29, 2012

Defect: BMW IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2007-2011 MINI COOPER S, 2008-2011 MINI COOPER S CLUBMAN, 2009-2011 MINI COOPER S CONVERTIBLE, 2009-2011 MINI COOPER JCW, 2009-2011 MINI COOPER JCW CLUBMAN, 2009-2011 COOPER JCW CONVERTIBLE, AND 2011 COOPER S COUNTRYMAN PASSENGER CARS MANUFACTURED FROM NOVEMBER 14, 2006, THROUGH JANUARY 18, 2011. THE ELECTRIC AUXILIARY WATER PUMP THAT COOLS THE TURBOCHARGER HAS AN ELECTRONIC CIRCUIT BOARD THAT CAN MALFUNCTION AND OVERHEAT.

Risk: THE CIRCUIT BOARD MAY SMOLDER WHICH COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE FIRE.

Remedy: BMW WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE WATER PUMP FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGANDURING FEBRUARY 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BMW AT 1-866-275-6464.

NHTSA campaign number 12V008000.

Common questions about Mini Cooper recalls

Does the Mini Cooper have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA has 25 recall campaigns on record for the Mini Cooper across the 2010 to 2026 model years. The most common areas are the air bags, seat belts, and electrical system.
How many times has the Mini Cooper been recalled?
The Mini Cooper has 25 recall campaigns from the 2010 to 2026 model years. A single campaign often covers several model years at once, so the number of recalls is not the same as the number of years affected.
What is the most serious Mini Cooper recall?
The most serious recall on record involves the electronic stability control (esc), affecting 266,716 vehicles. 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.
Which Mini Cooper model year has the most recalls?
The 2014 Mini Cooper has the most, with 7 recall campaigns on record. Older model years often pick up more recalls over time, since defects can surface years after a car is built.
How do I check if my Mini Cooper has an open recall?
Enter your 17-digit VIN on the recall check page. It returns the recalls tied to your exact vehicle straight from NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer, with no expiration on most safety recalls.

Recall data comes from NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation. For how it is sourced and how the safety score is built, see the methodology and data sources. This page is a reference, not legal or safety advice.