Table 1 shows three common visibility related problems of the 2007 Mini Cooper S.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Visibility problems | |
| Wiper problems | |
| Sun Roof problems |
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. My steering is locked now; I had the car running, everything seemed to run fine and the steering worked fine. Once I shut the car off I couldn't start the car back up and my steering locked up. I had to get my car towed home. I wish BMW would do some kind of a recall on this car so we wouldn't have to pay so much money out of our own pockets!.
Several weeks ago I found a crack in windshield of 2007 Mini Cooper S on passenger side below wiper. I had the windshield replaced and car was returned to me on sept. 10th. On sept. 16 I found another crack in the new glass in approximately same spot! after looking on internet I found that stress cracking of the windshield is a common problem with this car. Anyway, the dealer claims it is an impact crack and only a coincidence that it occurred in same spot! after arguing they agreed to replace the windshield at their cost--as a courtesy. I was not aware of anything hitting the windshield and even if a small pebble hit--the windshield should not crack so easily.
The dual power sunroof is stuck in the open position. After doing some research I have found that this happens very frequently on the 2007 model Mini's and nothing is being done by the manufacturer. To fix the problem Mini is charging over $2500. 00 to correct this. There should be a recall on this item.