Table 1 shows five common engine and engine cooling related problems of the 2002 Mini Cooper S. The number one most common problem is related to the radiator (two problems). The second most common problem is related to the manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe (one problem).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Radiator problems | |
| Manifold/header/muffler/tail Pipe problems | |
| Cooling Fan problems | |
| Engine Cooling System problems | |
| Engine problems |
Purchased this car used with low miles. Shortly after purchase I noticed the steering on my vehicle got a little harder to steer, didn't think to much about it. Then the radiator fan would not turn off when the vehicle was off. Took the car in to two different mechanics to find the problem. Read details...
The exhaust pipe on the 2002 Mini Cooper S I have is centrally located in the back of the bumper. The car is a hatch back, and I've ruined a couple pairs of pants and had minor burns from it. I'm not too worried about me, but I have small kids and I worry about them. Read details...
Several, the air bag warning light has illuminated more then ten different times, each time it was repaired by the dealer (westchester BMW/westchester Mini) the last fix was after the normal warranty had expired and required much fuss to get it repaired for free. Read details...