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    Mini Cooper

    EPA MPG: 27 mpg

    RECALL ALERT:
    There are 2 recalls on this vehicle. Learn More.

    Reliability

    Overall Reliability

    We expect the 2025 Cooper to have about average reliability when compared to other new cars. This prediction is based on Mini's brand history and the previous generation of the Cooper.

    The 2022 Mini Cooper has been recalled 2 times by NHTSA. View Recalls
    Most Common Trouble Spots
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    Owner Reported Trouble Spots

    The Reliability score is based on our latest subscriber survey of 2022 Mini Cooper owners. The owner comments describe problems respondents experienced with this vehicle.

    In-car Electronics

    Infotainment system (audio, GPS, phone), rear entertainment system, backup or other camera/sensors, head-up display.

    What Owners Say

    External music device interface (e.g., smart phone, MP3 player)

    "I start Spotify on my phone before leaving the house and after I start going the sound with glitch out. After I stop somewhere and come back out the music won't play and the screen says no audio available. If i use the the screen to instruct it to play Bluetooth from my iPhone it says repeatedly that it can't connect to the Phone. This will continue until I go home, pull up Spotify on my computer tell it to play on my iPhone and then go to my car. Sometimes it works and other times it doesn't work. Sometime I can just listen to the phone speaker and other time I can't get the phone speakers to work."

    Anonymous, MO (2022 Mini Cooper S 2.0-L 4 Cyl turbo)
    Other in-car electronics problem

    "Media control dial stopped working. Per dealership, it was a moisture issue. Dealership fixed with OEM part."

    Anonymous, OH (2022 Mini Cooper SE Electric)

    Body Hardware

    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.

    What Owners Say

    Doors or sliding doors

    "Two door car with two passenger seats in the back that could be folded down to expand luggage space. I expected when buying a two-door car with seats in the back that any adult could easily get in the backseat absolutely false. You need to be a child or a small teenager or an athlete to get into a backseat from either of the two doors. If I buy a new mini which I might, it will be a four-door. There is no way this problem can be resolved."

    Anonymous A., AZ (2022 Mini Cooper SE Electric)
    Seat belts

    "You get in the car. You fasten the seatbelt. Where do you plug it in? In this two door, it is not right below, the drivers right hand or the passengers left-hand. It's its farther toward the rear of the car -- back past your butt. You have to raise the center armrest and keep looking further back. Once you find it, it is an awkward click you are seeking. Then you put the center armrest back in place. Take a deep breath, and hit the road."

    Anonymous A., AZ (2022 Mini Cooper SE Electric)

    Brakes

    Premature pad/rotor wear, pulsation or vibration, antilock system, parking brake, master cylinder, calipers, squeaking, brake failure, regenerative braking.

    What Owners Say

    Squeaking

    "Squeaking noise comes and goes. Car stops fine. I will have it checked out on next service."

    Anonymous, FL (2022 Mini Cooper JCW 2.0-L 4 Cyl turbo)

    Engine Major

    Engine rebuild or replacement, cylinder head, head gasket, turbocharger or supercharger, timing chain or belt.

    Engine Electrical

    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.

    Electrical Accessories

    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.

    Drive System

    Driveshaft or axle, CV joint, differential, transfer case, four-wheel-drive/all-wheel-drive components, driveline vibration, electrical failure, traction control, electronic stability control.

    Steering And Suspension

    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.

    Climate System

    AC compressor, blower (fan) motor, condenser, evaporator, heater system, automatic climate system, electrical failure, refrigerant leakage.

    Transmission Minor

    Gear selector and linkage, transmission computer, transmission sensor or solenoid, clutch adjustment, rough shifting, slipping transmission, leaks.

    Transmission Major

    Transmission rebuild or replacement, torque converter, premature clutch replacement.

    Exhaust

    Muffler, pipes, catalytic converter, exhaust manifold, heat shields, leaks.

    Noises And Leaks

    Squeaks, rattles, wind noises, seals and/or weather stripping, air and water leaks.

    Engine Minor

    Accessory belts and pulleys, engine computer, engine mounts, engine knock or ping, fuel leaks, oil leaks.

    Paint And Trim

    Paint (fading, chalking, peeling, or cracking), loose interior or exterior trim or moldings, rust.

    Engine Cooling

    Radiator, cooling fan, water pump, thermostat, antifreeze leaks, overheating.

    Fuel System/Emissions

    Sensors (O₂, or oxygen, sensor), emission-control devices (includes EGR), fuel-injection system, fuel gauge/sender, fuel pump, problems filling up the tank.

    2022 Sports cars & Convertibles Reliability

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    Reliability indicates how models have performed in the past, providing the basis for predicting how the vehicles will hold up in the year ahead. These charts provide the most comprehensive reliability information available to consumers. Based on information received from our latest subscriber survey for over 300,000 vehicles, our reliability history charts give you a rundown on how 2000 through 2024 vehicles are holding up in 20 potential trouble spots, ranging from the engine, transmission, electric motor, EV charging, and brakes to power equipment and the electrical accessories. NA indicates that we did not receive a large enough sample size to provide data for a specific year. An X indicates that the vehicle was not manufactured for a specific year.
    Recalls
    PROVIDED BY
    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
    Aug 15, 2024
    A short circuit increases the risk of a fire.
    Summary:
    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.
    What should you do:
    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).
    For more information:
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
    NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 24V612000
    Potential Number of Units Affected: 12535
    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
    Apr 29, 2024
    A high voltage battery with water damage can cause a fire or a vehicle stall, increasing the risk of injury or a crash.
    Summary:
    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.
    What should you do:
    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.
    For more information:
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
    NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 24V302000
    Potential Number of Units Affected: 145
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