Recalls
Safety issues the manufacturer must repair for free. A recall means confirm the fix was done, not walk away.
No recalls on record for this model
No safety recalls were found in this dataset. It is still worth entering the exact VIN on NHTSA before purchase, since recalls can be added at any time.
Owner complaints by system
Unverified reports owners filed with NHTSA, grouped by the part of the car. Useful for spotting patterns. Open a group to read recent examples.
Engine & powertrain
50
Most reports here involve sudden stalling. Of these, 3 mention an injury.
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The contact owns a 2010 Mini Cooper S. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal clicking sound coming from the engine compartment, after which the vehicle lost motive power. The contact was able to pull over to the shoulder of the roadway, where the vehicle was able to be restarted. The contact stated that several unknown warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent mechanic. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
Source: NHTSA complaint ODI #11649587 · view all complaints for this vehicle at nhtsa.gov
Electrical & infotainment
1
Most reports here involve fire.
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MI VEHCULO MINI COOPER S 2010, ESTANDO ESTACIONADO EN EL GARAGE POR MS DE 12 HORAS Y SIN PRENDER EL MOTOR EN NINGN MOMENTO COMENZ A INCENDIARSE SIN NINGN MOTIVO. POR FORTUNA HABA PERSONAS QUE ALERTARAN DE LO OCURRIDO Y PUDE APAGAR EL FUEGO EN EL VEHCULO, AUNQUE YA HABA CONSUMIDO PARTES ELCTRICA, DE MOTOR Y COFRE, ETC. CABE MENCIONAR QUE ESTO SUCEDI EN LA CIUDAD DE MXICO, NO EN EUA, PERO USTEDES TIENEN MEJOR INFORMACIN AL RESPECTO. SALUDOS.
Source: NHTSA complaint ODI #11310103 · view all complaints for this vehicle at nhtsa.gov
Brakes
1
Most reports here involve rollaway. Of these, 1 mention a crash.
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PARKING BRAKE ON 2010 MINI COOPER S DID NOT HOLD ON SLIGHT INCLINE. CAR ROLLED INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE AND CAUSED EXTENSIVE DAMAGE. WITNESSES CONFIRM THAT THE PARKING BRAKE WAS FULLY ENGAGED AT THE TIME OF ACCIDENT. *TR
Source: NHTSA complaint ODI #10361533 · view all complaints for this vehicle at nhtsa.gov
Steering, suspension & tires
1
Most reports here involve other issues.
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I HAVE OWNED THIS VEHICLE FOR 1 YEAR AND THREE MONTHS. I DID NOT HAVE THE CHOICE OF SELECTING ANY OTHER TIRE. MINI COOPER( BMW) PUT RUN FLATS ON VEHICLE BECAUSE THERE IS NO WHERE FOR A SPARE TIRE. I KEEP THE VEHICLE IN THE GARAGE AT A CONDO IN FLORIDA WITH NO ACCESS TO ANYONE. I HAVE 4250 MILES ON THE VEHICLE. I HAVE HAD THREE FLATS. MINI RELATED THAT I HAD THE OPPORTUNITY TO BUY A TIRE AND SUSPENSION WARRANTY WHEN NEW FOR 800.00 PLUS DOLLARS. I CAN'T REMEMBER THE LAST TIME I HAD ONE FLAT ON ANY OTHER VEHICLE. MY WIFE OR I HAVE USED THIS VEHICLE FOR LESS THAN 5 MONTHS AND THIS IS THE THIRD FLAT. MINI DENIES ANY DEFICIENCIES WITH THE TIRES BUT I DON'T BELIEVE THEM. THIS AVERAGES OUT TO A FLAT ABOUT EVERY 1400 MILES. MY FATHER GOT BETTER MILEAGE OUT OF RETREADS. STATISTICALLY IT SEEMS SIGNIFICANT AND THERE IS A DEFECT. PLEASE INVESTIGATE AND RESPOND. *TR
Source: NHTSA complaint ODI #10447084 · view all complaints for this vehicle at nhtsa.gov
Airbags & seat belts
6
Most reports here involve airbags not deploying.
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THE PASSENGER AIRBAG SENSOR/PASSENGER SEATBELT SENSOR ISSUE THAT HAS BEEN REPORTED AND FIXED IN LOTS OF OTHER MINI COOPER MODEL YEARS IS SEEMINGLY AN ISSUE WITH 2010 MODELS TOO AND NEEDS TO BE CORRECTED VIA RECALL. THE SENSOR BEING FAULTY IS A SERIOUS SAFETY CONCERN, AND RUNS CLOSE TO $1200 TO REPAIR. MY SENSOR WAS INTERMITTENTLY OFF AND ON AND IS NOW FULL TIME WARNING ABOUT THE AIRBAG BEING OFF. THIS HAPPENS NO MATTER THE STATUS OF THE VEHICLE - AS SOON AS THE MOTOR IS RUNNING THE WARNING LIGHTS ARE LIT UP.
Source: NHTSA complaint ODI #11378369 · view all complaints for this vehicle at nhtsa.gov