2013 Mini Cooper S
Only 24 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
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.
Only 24 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 24
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2013
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2013: 24 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
Only 24 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Electrical system
9 of 24 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing body control module/bcm.
Show complaint excerpts
The contact owns a 2013 Mini Cooper S. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V337000 (Electrical System) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available.
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-04-05
The contact owns a 2013 Mini Cooper S. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, there were no high beam headlights or fog lights, and the power windows were inoperable. The due for service symbol was displayed.
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-02-09
Engine
7 of 24 total reports mention: engine.
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Thermostat housing failed and leaked. Some vehicle owners have received a Mini extended warranty for 10 years or 120,000 miles, whichever occurs first. I had to pay for a replacement part and installation at a Mini dealer.
NHTSA ODI report, 2017-12-06
I purchased a Mini Cooper S 2013 and noticed the car was hard to handle on the road at all times. The service department had told me that was normal for this type of car. I kept complaining and they finally took the car in to have it checked.
NHTSA ODI report, 2013-10-30
Air bags
4 of 24 total reports mention: air bags.
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Tl* the contact owned a 2013 Mini Cooper S. While driving approximately 30 MPH on a hill, the driver drove down a small embankment, crashed into a barbed wire fence, drove into a pasture, and crashed into a tree. The tree fell on top of the vehicle.
NHTSA ODI report, 2016-08-16
The contact owns a 2013 Mini Cooper S. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the air bag and the seat belt warning lights illuminated.
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-11-06
Airbag light is showing that passenger airbag is off even though my 100 lbs daughter is sitting in the front seat.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-06-20
Power train
2 of 24 total reports mention: power train.
Wheels
1 of 24 total reports mentions: wheels.
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Driving at 40MPH and suddenly a noise/slight vibration in the front started. Stopped at mechanics and was advised and shown that the front wheel bearing was bad. Contacted dealership and was told that I must have hit something to cause it.
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-06-24
Safety timeline
1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first
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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
2013 Mini Cooper S — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Electrical system: 9 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 7 reports on file for this year.
- Air bags: 4 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 23V337000 · Electrical system
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- Is the 2013 Mini Cooper S reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2013 Mini Cooper S?
- The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 38% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2013 Mini Cooper S have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.