Front Air Bag Sensor Control problems of the 2002 Mini Cooper

Two problems related to front air bag sensor control have been reported for the 2002 Mini Cooper. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2002 Mini Cooper based on all problems reported for the 2002 Cooper.

1 Front Air Bag Sensor Control problem

Failure Date: 03/10/2005

2002 Mini Cooper VIN# wmwrc33402te10846. Car has been to the dealer at least four times to address the air bag light being lit, in 44,000 miles. Various harnesses have been replaced three times and the air bag sensor once. Now, at 44,500 miles, the air bag light is on again for a fifth time. I've been told by the dealer the air bags will not function with the light lit. I suggest that Miniusa be forced to issue a recall on this vehicle to correct the problem once and for all as it is a major safety concern which they do not appear to have fully isolated.

2 Front Air Bag Sensor Control problem

Air bag warning light came on and stayed on, which indicated that air bags were inoperative. Dealership serviced the vehicle, but the problem recurred within 2000 miles.


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