Mini Cooper S Convertible owners have reported 13 seats related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 2 most common seats problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's seats (11 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's front seat heater/cooler (2 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Seats problems | |
| Front Seat Heater/cooler problems |
The seats' heating elements had been replaced due to a recall approximately 2 years ago. This month I brought the car to nd from TX and we used the heated seats here. The seats' were very hot. Today I noticed three burn holes in the back of the driver's seat where it contacts the driver's back. Read details...
While driving with the driver seat heater on a burning smell and smoke began to fill the car. Additionally, began feeling extreme heat on my back. Immediately pulled over and found a small fire on the seat back which I had to pat out. No injury was sustained. Read details...