Steering Related Problems of the 2007 Mini Cooper S

Table 1 shows four common steering related problems of the 2007 Mini Cooper S. The number one most common problem is related to the steering (three problems). The second most common problem is related to the power steering failed (two problems).

Table 1. Steering related problems of Mini Cooper S


Recently reported Steering problems of the 2007 Mini Cooper S

The Steering problem

I was driving roughly 30 miles and hour when the power steering went out on me in a turn. Almost hit oncoming traffic prior to stopping in the middle of the road. I drove it to a nearby parking lot where it sat for two weeks before a local mechanic could look at it.   Read details...

The Power Steering Failed problem

I have been driving Mini s 2007 for more than a year with no serious issues other than one check engine light issue, which was resolved simply by a mechanic check at BMW service center. On Sunday evening may 26, 2019, as I was planning to go out, I observed the steering alert sign on.   Read details...

The Steering Failed problem

I have had previous issues with the panoramic sunroof, I had to get it replaced. Then I had issues with the chain and chain tensioner and had to get that replaced too. Now the steering has failed on me, I can't start the car or even move the steering wheel.   Read details...


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