2007 Mini Cooper S

◆ Worse than typical

2007 Mini Cooper S
BUILT 2026-08-02

This year had 30% to 100% more complaints than this model's typical year.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

2007: 249 complaints

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Year	Complaints
2002	83
2003	217
2004	247
2005	314
2006	186
2007	249
2008	168
2009	119
2010	59
2011	31
2012	23
2013	24
2014	13
2015	18
2016	9
2017	5
2019	5
2020	5
2021	0
2022	1
2024	1
2025	3

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

ENGINE 38%

38% of complaints: engine — 94 distinct reports on file.

FIRE

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THE TURBOCHARGER HAD TO BE REPLACED, NEW TURBO GOT HOT AND MELTED THE VALVE COVER. THEN THE TURBOCHARGER CAUGHT FIRE WHILE IN MOTION IN A RURAL NEIGHBORHOOD. ALL WITHIN 6 MONTHS.

NHTSA ODI report, 20190225

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 MINI COOPER S. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH THE CONTACT NOTICED A BURNING ODOR. THE CONTACT STOPPED THE VEHICLE ON THE SHOULDER AND NOTICED SMALL FLAMES AND SMOKE COMING FROM UNDER THE HOOD.

NHTSA ODI report, 20120824

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING 21%

21% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 52 distinct reports on file.

FIRE

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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 MINI COOPER S. WHILE DRIVING 15 MPH, THE CONTACT NOTICED SMOKE COMING FROM UNDER THE HOOD OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT CALLED THE FIRE DEPARTMENT WHO WAS ABLE TO EXTINGUISH THE FIRE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20120319

AIR BAGS 10%

10% of complaints: air bags — 25 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY

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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 MINI MINI COOPER S. THE CONTACT WAS TRAVELING 55 MPH WHEN THE CONTACT TRAVELED OVER A SLICK AREA IN THE ASPHALT. THE CONTACT LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE, ROLLED OVER AND CRASHED INTO A DITCH UPSIDE DOWN.

NHTSA ODI report, 20120611

POWER TRAIN 8%

8% of complaints: power train — 21 distinct reports on file.

FIRE

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING 6%

6% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 15 distinct reports on file.

SAFETY TIMELINE

▮ 2007 — complaint volume: 249

I 20080428 — PE (closed 20080829)

EXHAUST PIPE BURNS

I 20080829 — EA (closed 20090102)

EXHAUST PIPE BURNS

R 20090115 — engine and engine cooling

BMW IS RECALLING 28,450 MY 2007-2008 MINI COOPER S VEHICLES. THE CENTRALLY LOCATED TAILPIPE EXTENSION PROTRUDES SLIGHTLY BEYOND THE REAR BUMPER. IT IS POSSIBLE FOR INADVERTENT CONTACT TO OCCUR WITH

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE TAILPIPE WITH A NEW SHORTER TAILPIPE FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING JANUARY 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BMW AT 1-866-275-6464.

Campaign 08V657000 — check if this car was fixed

I 20111011 — PE (closed 20120611)

Engine compartment fire

R 20120229 — engine and engine cooling

BMW IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2007-2011 MINI COOPER S, 2008-2011 MINI COOPER S CLUBMAN, 2009-2011 MINI COOPER S CONVERTIBLE, 2009-2011 MINI COOPER JCW, 2009-2011 MINI COOPER JCW CLUBMAN, 2009-20

Remedy: BMW WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE WATER PUMP FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGANDURING FEBRUARY 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BMW AT 1-866-275-6464.

Campaign 12V008000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20180615 — engine and engine cooling

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2011-2012 BMW 550i, 550i xDrive, 550i Gran Turismo, 550i Gran Turismo xDrive, 750i, 750Li, 750i xDrive, 750Li xDrive, 760Li, X5 xDrive50i, X5 M, X6 xDrive50i, X6 M, ActiveHybrid7, MINI Cooper S...

Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the electric auxiliary water pump, free of charge. Depending on the model, there are currently limited parts available, however not all parts are available at this time.

Campaign 18V248000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20240513 — electrical system

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2008-2014 MINI Clubman Cooper, Clubman Cooper S, Clubman John Cooper Works, and 2007-2013 MINI Hardtop 2-Door Cooper, Cooper S, and John Cooper Works vehicles sold, or ever registered, in Alaska,...

Remedy: Dealers will inspect the sunroof drains, interior footwell area, and FRM and, depending upon the results of the inspection, certain components will be replaced. Owner notification letters were mailed May 13, 2024.

Campaign 23V337000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2007 Mini Cooper S — pre-purchase inspection

Test/inspect for engine issues (94 reports on file for this year).
Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (52 reports on file for this year).
Test/inspect for air bags issues (25 reports on file for this year).
Verify recall 08V657000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
Verify recall 12V008000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
Verify recall 18V248000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
Verify recall 23V337000 (electrical system) has been completed.

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 2011 ▲ 2010 ▲ 2002

WORST YEARS

◆ 2005 ◆ 2004 ◆ 2003

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FAQ

Is the 2007 Mini Cooper S reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2007 Mini Cooper S is rated "worse than typical".

What are the most common problems with the 2007 Mini Cooper S?

The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 38% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2007 Mini Cooper S have?

4 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.