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The 2017 Cooper is much less reliable than other cars from the same model year.
The Reliability score is based on our latest subscriber survey of 2017 Mini Cooper owners. The owner comments describe problems respondents experienced with this vehicle.
Paint (fading, chalking, peeling, or cracking), loose interior or exterior trim or moldings, rust.
"front hood paint and trim faded, pitted, peeling. Mostly from highway construction, extreme heat, no shade."
Anonymous, AZ (2017 Mini Cooper S 2.0-L 4 Cyl turbo)"Paint on the bumper has cracked but not because it has been hit. Its cracking in places where another car could NOT have hit me."
Anonymous A., VA (2017 Mini Cooper Base 2.0-L 4 Cyl turbo)Sensors (O₂, or oxygen, sensor), emission-control devices (includes EGR), fuel-injection system, fuel gauge/sender, fuel pump, problems filling up the tank.
"Need a new catalytic converter"
Anonymous, ME (2017 Mini Cooper Base 1.5-L 3 Cyl turbo)"check engine light comes on due to an evaporation fault"
Anonymous, NJ (2017 Mini Cooper JCW 2.0-L 4 Cyl turbo)Cruise control, clock, warning lights, body control module, keyless entry, wiper motor or washer, tire pressure monitor, interior or exterior lights, horn, gauges, 12V power plug, USB ports, alarm or security system, remote engine start, heated or cooled seats, heated steering wheel, headlights, automatic headlights, automatic wipers, wireless charging pad.
"Rear passenger rear light assembly burned out and needed to be replaced, along with wiring."
Anonymous, CA (2017 Mini Cooper Base 1.5-L 3 Cyl turbo)"Related to the faulty rear brake assembly, the warning lights did not work consistently. Different lights (brake, directional, etc.) would get a warning notice, but not at the same time and warning notices didn't go on sometimes even though the entire assembly was burned out."
Anonymous, CA (2017 Mini Cooper Base 1.5-L 3 Cyl turbo)Accessory belts and pulleys, engine computer, engine mounts, engine knock or ping, fuel leaks, oil leaks.
"Lower mount severely swollen. Replaced."
Anonymous, NC (2017 Mini Cooper Base Unsure)Transmission rebuild or replacement, torque converter, premature clutch replacement.
""One of the clutch plates "disintegrated" for no apparent reason, other plate/surface looked fine.""
Anonymous, (2017 Mini Cooper S 2.0-L 4 Cyl turbo)Muffler, pipes, catalytic converter, exhaust manifold, heat shields, leaks.
"Tire issues"
Anonymous, (2017 Mini Cooper S 2.0-L 4 Cyl turbo)Windows, locks and latches, doors or sliding doors, tailgate, trunk or hatch, mirrors, seat controls (power or manual), seat belts, sunroof, convertible top, glass defect.
"Sunroof cable on the driver side broke and need to remove the whole sunroof to replace cost $2500 to replace including parts and labor"
Anonymous, NJ (2017 Mini Cooper JCW 2.0-L 4 Cyl turbo)Premature pad/rotor wear, pulsation or vibration, antilock system, parking brake, master cylinder, calipers, squeaking, brake failure, regenerative braking.
"Front RH caliper severely rusted and slide pins seized. Replaced."
Anonymous, NC (2017 Mini Cooper Base Unsure)Engine rebuild or replacement, cylinder head, head gasket, turbocharger or supercharger, timing chain or belt.
Radiator, cooling fan, water pump, thermostat, antifreeze leaks, overheating.
Gear selector and linkage, transmission computer, transmission sensor or solenoid, clutch adjustment, rough shifting, slipping transmission, leaks.
Alternator, starter, hybrid battery replacement, hybrid battery related systems, regular battery, battery cables, engine harness, coil, ignition switch, electronic ignition, spark plugs and wires failure, auto stop/start.
Driveshaft or axle, CV joint, differential, transfer case, four-wheel-drive/all-wheel-drive components, driveline vibration, electrical failure, traction control, electronic stability control.
Squeaks, rattles, wind noises, seals and/or weather stripping, air and water leaks.
Shocks or struts, ball joints, tie rods, wheel bearings, alignment, steering linkage (includes rack and pinion), power steering (pumps and hoses, leaks), wheel balance, springs or torsion bars, bushings, electronic or air suspension.
Infotainment system (audio, GPS, phone), rear entertainment system, backup or other camera/sensors, head-up display.
AC compressor, blower (fan) motor, condenser, evaporator, heater system, automatic climate system, electrical failure, refrigerant leakage.
""The chrome trim around the headlight bubbled, cracked and peeled off. Also, the headlight glass on the passenger side is so cloudy now that it impacts the light. The glass cant be replaced; must replace entire headlamp unit for $700. Seven Hundred.""
Anonymous A., VA (2017 Mini Cooper Base 2.0-L 4 Cyl turbo)