Electrical System Related Problems of the 2011 Mini Cooper S

Table 1 shows three common electrical system related problems of the 2011 Mini Cooper S. The number one most common problem is related to the electrical system (14 problems). The second most common problem is related to the battery cable (one problem).

Table 1. Electrical System related problems of Mini Cooper S

Problem Category Number of Problems
Electrical System problems
14
Battery Cable problems
1
Software problems
1

Recently reported Electrical System problems of the 2011 Mini Cooper S

The Electrical System problem

Failure of the footwell module failed due to corrosion by water intrusion as diagnosed by Mini dealership. Windows, turn signals and lights were inoperable as a result of failure. This matched the situation outlined in your recall notice part 573 safety recall report 23v-337.   Read details...

The Battery Cable problem

On 05/06/2021, I purchased a used 2011 Mini Cooper S turbo. Two days later, I went to start the car, and immediately smelled something electrical burning. When I lifted up hood, I could see smoke coming from inside the engine. I immediately unhooked the two battery cables.   Read details...

The Software problem

As I was accelerating while merging onto a highway, at approximately 55-60 mph, it felt as if the car lost all power from the drive train. The power reengaged about a second later, and over the next 5-10 seconds the car lost power/reengaged two more times.   Read details...


Electrical System related problems in other Mini Cooper S model year vehicles:



Cooper S Service Bulletins
Cooper S Safety Recalls
Cooper S Defect Investigations