Table 1 shows three common suspension related problems of the 2003 Mini Cooper. The number one most common problem is related to the front suspension control arm (three problems). The second most common problem is related to the front suspension (two problems).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Front Suspension Control Arm problems | |
| Front Suspension problems | |
| Front Suspension Wheel Bearing problems |
The left rear control arm broke in half. I noticed my car was not reversing correctly as if the rear wheel was dragging. I exited the car and elevated it with a floor jack to find the rear control arm on the driver's side broken in half. Read details...
I bought a new 2003 Mini Cooper with a 3 year 36k warranty 6/26/03. While under warranty and receiving recommended maintenance through the dealer, the car required repair of the driver's seat which was frozen in the reclined position. Read details...
My 2003 Mini Cooper has almost caught on fire several times, replaced transmission, electrical harness, power steering pump, a/c hoses and a/c service, wheel bearings, injection plugs etc. . . . . . . I still cannot find the real problem why is causing a short, it has almost caught on fire several Read details...