Two problems related to air bag not deploy have been reported for the 2006 Mini Cooper S. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2006 Mini Cooper S based on all problems reported for the 2006 Cooper S.
Air bag warning light and seat occupancy warning light came on. Took in for service- told seat occupany mat (front passenger seat) has failed and must be replaced. Replacement is cost prohibitive ($1700). Safety risk present because air bags may not deploy in event of crash. Dealer says there is no recall and will not replace the part under any extended warranty.
Srs warning light requiring oc3 mat replacement at only 60k miles. Passenger air bag will not deploy in case of collision. Cost of replacement is quoted as $1374. 83.