repaired · 2026 Q3
Management: software
Risk. A short circuit increases the risk of a fire.
2023 MINI Cooper SEProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 5 owner complaints about the 2023 MINI Cooper SE, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 2 safety recalls, and for recall 24V-302 the manufacturer reports only 83% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through June 19, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2023 MINI Cooper SE has problems
5 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
4Electrical system1 crash/fire/injury
1Forward collision avoidance1 crash/fire/injury
1Fuel/propulsion system
1Service brakes1 crash/fire/injury
1Suspension
1Wheels
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 4 | 1 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 1 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 1 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 1 | 1 |
| Suspension | 1 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
2 recalls
2023 MINI Cooper SE recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Propulsion system: traction battery
Risk. A high voltage battery with water damage can cause a fire or a vehicle stall, increasing the risk of injury or a crash.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with MINI.
Best & worst years
2023 vs. every other Cooper SE year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Cooper SE median. How we score
'20'21'22'23'24
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2023 MINI Cooper SE safety ratings
2023 Mini Cooper SE 3 HB FWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: No
- Lane departure warning: No
In owners' words
What Cooper SE owners report
Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
The vehicle's suspension system was improperly configured for its electric powertrain at the time of manufacture, resulting in an incorrect ride height that is incompatible with the vehicle's EV platform. This is not an isolated component failure but a fundamental design defect — the vehicle was…
While driving in the rain, the car suddenly applied its brakes, all lights inside the car shut off, and the car came to a stop. The car behind hit it. The car was immediately taken to the service department at Dreyer & Reinbold MINI in Carmel, Indiana. They kept the car for 3 months and I was told…
The contact owns a 2023 Mini Cooper SE. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V302000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM); however, the parts to do the recall repair were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall…
Own a 2023 Cooper SE?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.