Suspension Related Problems of the 2004 Mini Cooper

Table 1 shows four common suspension related problems of the 2004 Mini Cooper. The number one most common problem is related to the front suspension strut (one problem). The second most common problem is related to the front suspension control arm (one problem).

Table 1. Suspension related problems of Mini Cooper


Recently reported Suspension problems of the 2004 Mini Cooper

The Front Suspension Strut problem

The contact owns a 2004 Mini Cooper. The driver was driving at an unknown speed when the steering wheel became very stiff and difficult to turn. The vehicle was parked and shut off. Upon restart the steering wheel remained difficult to turn. The failure and current mileages were 60,000.   Read details...

The Front Suspension Control Arm problem

The contact owns a 2004 Mini Cooper. While driving 50 mph, the contact noticed a bump on the rear driver's side of the vehicle. She examined the vehicle and noticed that the rear driver's side tire was detaching from the vehicle. In addition, the lower control arm snapped.   Read details...

The Rear Suspension problem

The contact owns a 2004 Mini Cooper. The contact heard a loud noise while driving 10 mph out of the driveway. She examined the vehicle and noticed that the rear driver's side tire was bent. The vehicle was towed to the repair shop and the mechanic stated that the rear spring leaf cracked.   Read details...


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