Structure Problems of Mini Cooper S

Mini Cooper S owners have reported 25 structure related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 6 most common structure problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's body (12 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's door (5 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Structure related problems of Mini Cooper S


Recently reported Structure problems of Mini Cooper S

The Body problem

The rear windshield fell out of the top of my convertible. There was no accident or foul play involved. The glue that bonds the window to the top became unglued. This happened at 70,000 miles. The top is made of fabric and the window is made out of glass.   Read details...

The Door problem

The contact owns a 2012 Mini Cooper S. While attempting to exit the vehicle, the front passenger and driver side and the rear driver side doors failed to open without warning. The failures recurred intermittently.   Read details...

The Structure problem

Rear hatch has no inside release, although shown in owner's manual.   Read details...

The Hood problem

Hood scoop on 2007 Mini cooper "s" is melting due to excessive heat from turbo.   Read details...

The Frame And Members problem

My Mini Cooper S has less than 27,000 miles on it. It has been carefully driven and has sustained no crash damage. Had several warning lights come on the car and had failures with the abs, steering angle sensor, and front wheel sensor.   Read details...




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