One problem related to wiring has been reported for the 2008 Mini Cooper S. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2008 Mini Cooper S based on all problems reported for the 2008 Cooper S.
Passenger side air bag sensor is going off when either a passenger of average weight (150lbs. ) is occupying seat or a small bump in road is hit. The air bag sensor for wiring and seat cushion replacement is no longer under a warranty for 2008 model, but is a known problem costing approximately $1200. 00 to repair at the dealer. The 2002-2006 models had recall by Mini for this. Along with the below service bulletin. Service bulletin no. : sim-65-08-03 component(s): air bags NHTSA id number: 10043927 manufacturer: BMW of north America, llc summary: BMW Mini: airbag warning light is mrs fc 02, 03, 05, 06. I would like a recall on this made for the 2008 model as this is a massive safety issue as I don't know if in an accident either driver or passenger airbag will deploy. Without a recall owners must pay $1200 for what is a known defect by Mini. Does someone have to get injuries for this to become a recall?.