Table 1 shows eight common steering related problems of the 2002 Mini Cooper S. The number one most common problem is related to the power steering failed (18 problems). The second most common problem is related to the steering (17 problems).
The contact owns a 2002 Mini Cooper S. After placing the vehicle in reverse, the contact switched gears into drive. When attempting to accelerate forward, the power steering failed. The contact added power steering fluid and made another attempt to steer the vehicle; however, the failure recurred. Read details...
The contact owns a 2002 Mini Cooper S. The contact stated that while driving approximately 45-55 mph, the steering wheel seized. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was coasted to the side of the road. The contact restarted the vehicle and continued driving normally. Read details...
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...