2010 Mini Cooper S
This year had at least 30% fewer 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.
- Complaints
- 59
- Recalls
- 4
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- Engine
Campaigns on file for 2010
Opened by NHTSA
63% of complaints
Complaints per year
2010: 59 complaints
View as data table
| 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 | 10 |
| 2017 | 6 |
| 2019 | 5 |
| 2020 | 5 |
| 2021 | 0 |
| 2022 | 1 |
| 2024 | 1 |
| 2025 | 4 |
Known problem areas
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Engine
63% · 37 reportsShow complaint excerpts
Mi vehculo Mini Cooper S 2010, estando estacionado en el garage por ms de 12 horas y sin prender el motor en ningn momento comenz a incendiarse sin ningn motivo.
NHTSA ODI report, 2020-02-19
Also filed under Electrical system
The contact owns a 2010 Mini Cooper S. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal clicking sound coming from the engine compartment, after which the vehicle lost motive power.
NHTSA ODI report, 2025-03-20
Air bags
15% · 9 reportsMost commonly citing side/window and occupant classification.
Fuel/propulsion system
10% · 6 reportsShow complaint excerpts
Just had to have a high pressure fuel pump replaced in my Mini Cooper S Convertible and had . I understand that all the fuel pumps in this year make of car were recalled except the one on the convertible??
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-01-13
Engine and engine cooling
10% · 6 reportsMost commonly citing manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe and engine.
Show complaint excerpts
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 Mini Cooper. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign id number: 12V008000 (Engine and engine cooling) and took the vehicle to the dealer for repairs.
NHTSA ODI report, 2012-03-28
Car driven two miles to market and returned home to high rise condo. Parked in garage of high rise. No problems noted during drive, parking or locking.
NHTSA ODI report, 2011-10-03
Burned my left leg, just above the ankle on the exhaust pipe while retrieving parcel from the boot of the vehicle. It left a nasty scar on my leg.
NHTSA ODI report, 2011-09-19
Power train
8% · 5 reportsSafety timeline
4 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first
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2010-03-04Equipment09V474000 BMW is recalling certain model year 2010 Mini Cooper and Cooper S vehicles for failing comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 110, "Tire selection and rims." The…
Remedy: Dealers will mail to consumers the corrected label or the customer will have the option for dealers to install the label free of charge. The recall began on March 4, 2010. Owners may contact BMW…
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2011-10-11Preliminary evaluationClosed 2012-06-11 Engine compartment fire
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2012-02-29Engine and engine cooling12V008000 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…
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.
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2018-06-15Engine and engine cooling18V248000 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.
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2024-05-13Electrical system23V337000 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.
Buy-smart checklist
2010 Mini Cooper S — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Engine: 37 reports on file for this year.
- Air bags: 9 reports on file for this year.
- Fuel/propulsion system: 6 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 09V474000 · Equipment
- Recall 12V008000 · Engine and engine cooling
- Recall 18V248000 · Engine and engine cooling
- Recall 23V337000 · Electrical system
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- Is the 2010 Mini Cooper S reliable?
- Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2010 Mini Cooper S is rated "better than typical".
- What are the most common problems with the 2010 Mini Cooper S?
- The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 63% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2010 Mini Cooper S have?
- 4 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.