Mini Cooper Convertible owners have reported 4 latches/locks/linkage related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 3 most common latches/locks/linkage problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's trunk lid lock (2 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's latches/locks/linkage (1 problem). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Trunk Lid Lock problems | |
| Latches/locks/linkage problems | |
| Door Latch problems |
Trunk door opened while driving around 50mph. Items in trunk flew out. Another driver pulled up alongside me to notify me of the situation. Read details...
Driver's side door would not open. Door would only open manually with a key from the outside of vehicle. I had to enter and exit the vehicle from the passenger side door. Read details...
Power steering stopped working. Power steering replacement, trunk repair and driver's side door repair. Updated 07/26/11 Read details...