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2015 MINI CooperProblems, recalls & complaints

NHTSA has logged 56 owner complaints about the 2015 MINI Cooper, most often about the engine. It is covered by 6 safety recalls, and for recall 15V-034 the manufacturer reports only 83% of affected cars repaired.

2015 MINI Cooper
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CarFlaw IndexOne of the best years53% below the Cooper median · #12 of 17 years by complaints
Safety recalls6Lowest repair rate 83%Owner complaints564 with a crash, fire or injuryTypical failure mileage37kEngine, median miles

Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through August 13, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0.

Complaints by system

Where the 2015 MINI Cooper has problems

56 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.

Box size = number of complaints naming that system. Darker = larger share. One complaint can name more than one system.
Complaints by system
SystemComplaintsCrash, fire or injury
Engine142
Fuel/propulsion system110
Power train101
Electrical system102
Service brakes82
Suspension30
Visibility/wiper20
Equipment20
Steering20
8 other systems102

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.

6 recalls

2015 MINI Cooper 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.

89%repaired · 2017 Q1

Sensor: occupant classification

Recall 15V-739 · Nov 9, 2015 · 38 vehicles · 34 repaired

Risk. Inappropriate air bag activation/deactivation can increase the risk of occupant injury in the event of a vehicle crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

93%repaired · 2017 Q1

Passenger side: inflator module

Recall 15V-628 · Oct 7, 2015 · 6,073 vehicles · 5,640 repaired

Risk. In the event of a vehicle crash, an air bag that does not deploy properly increases the risk of injury to the front seat passenger.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

90%repaired · 2016 Q4

Structure: body

Recall 15V-450 · Jul 17, 2015 · 30,456 vehicles · 27,375 repaired

Risk. If the side impact performance requirements are not met, rear seat passengers may be at a higher risk of injury during a crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

83%repaired · 2017 Q1

Other: labels

Recall 15V-034 · Jan 26, 2015 · 13,130 vehicles · 10,962 repaired

Risk. The maximum weight listed on the label is incorrect (too low) and therefore does not comply with Federal Regulations.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

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95%repaired · 2016 Q2

Automatic transmission: control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)

Recall 14V-789 · Dec 15, 2014 · 1,928 vehicles · 1,838 repaired

Risk. If the driver exits the vehicle without the transmission being in Park, the vehicle could roll away as the driver and other occupants exit the vehicle or…

Problem, fix and repair progress →

96%repaired · 2016 Q1

Seats

Recall 14V-721 · Nov 10, 2014 · 846 vehicles · 812 repaired

Risk. If the seatback adjustment mechanism is not fully engaged, the seatback may fold during a rear impact collision, increasing the risk of injury to the seat…

Problem, fix and repair progress →

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

2015 vs. every other Cooper 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 median. How we score

'02'03'04'05'06'07'08'09'10'11'12'13'14'15'16'17'18'19'20'21'22'23'24'25'26
  • Avoid
  • Caution
  • Solid
  • Best
  • Not rated
NHTSA crash tests

2015 MINI Cooper safety ratings

2015 Mini Cooper 2 DR 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
2 investigations

NHTSA defect investigations

Federal investigations that included the 2015 MINI Cooper, and the recalls they led to.

  1. International Autos, Inc. / Mini RecallAQ15003 · closed Aug 23, 2016
    No recall
  2. BMW Safety Act ViolationsAQ15004 · closed Oct 2, 2017
    No recall
In owners' words

What Cooper owners report

Recent engine complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.

Lower Engine Support and Passenger Engine Mount damaged as per routine inspection by dealer in Feb2025. Never diagnosed before. Repair done by independent service center in Feb2025 and I have receipt of approximately 1K. Also, since 22feb2025, I am not able to add fuel to the tank because the pump…
Complaint 11644422 · Feb 23, 2025
The contact owns a 2015 Mini Cooper. The contact stated that after the vehicle was taken to a local dealer for a routine oil change, the mechanic also determined that the valve cover gasket needed to be replaced and an unknown engine software needed to be updated. The vehicle was not repaired. The…
Complaint 11517933 · Apr 19, 2023 · 78,000 miles
Crankshaft Pulley burnt while driving. Could not accelerate. Car threw overheating codes and AC blew hot air. Battery Charging Malfunction error shown as well.
Complaint 11427300 · Jul 31, 2021

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