MYRModel Year Report

2015 Mini Cooper

▲ Better than typical
2015 Mini Cooper
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:38:11.638Z

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.

How is this computed?

Complaints
56
Recalls
6

Campaigns on file for 2015

Investigations
2

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Engine

25% of complaints

Complaints per year

2001: 6 complaints 2001 2002: 187 complaints 2003: 320 complaints 2004: 282 complaints 2005: 372 complaints 2005 2006: 200 complaints 2007: 118 complaints 2008: 116 complaints 2009: 151 complaints 2009 2010: 92 complaints 2011: 83 complaints 2012: 66 complaints 2013: 47 complaints 2014: 34 complaints 2015: 56 complaints 2015 56 2016: 28 complaints 2017: 28 complaints 2018: 8 complaints 2019: 12 complaints 2020: 7 complaints 2021: 7 complaints 2021 2022: 6 complaints 2023: 7 complaints 2024: 1 complaint 2025: 1 complaint 2025 2026: 2 complaints
2001: 6 complaints 2001 2002: 187 complaints 2003: 320 complaints 2003 2004: 282 complaints 2005: 372 complaints 2005 2006: 200 complaints 2007: 118 complaints 2007 2008: 116 complaints 2009: 151 complaints 2009 2010: 92 complaints 2011: 83 complaints 2011 2012: 66 complaints 2013: 47 complaints 2013 2014: 34 complaints 2015: 56 complaints 2015 56 2016: 28 complaints 2017: 28 complaints 2017 2018: 8 complaints 2019: 12 complaints 2019 2020: 7 complaints 2021: 7 complaints 2021 2022: 6 complaints 2023: 7 complaints 2023 2024: 1 complaint 2025: 1 complaint 2025 2026: 2 complaints
2001: 6 complaints 2001 2002: 187 complaints 2003: 320 complaints 2003 2004: 282 complaints 2005: 372 complaints 2005 2006: 200 complaints 2007: 118 complaints 2007 2008: 116 complaints 2009: 151 complaints 2009 2010: 92 complaints 2011: 83 complaints 2011 2012: 66 complaints 2013: 47 complaints 2013 2014: 34 complaints 2015: 56 complaints 2015 56 2016: 28 complaints 2017: 28 complaints 2017 2018: 8 complaints 2019: 12 complaints 2019 2020: 7 complaints 2021: 7 complaints 2021 2022: 6 complaints 2023: 7 complaints 2023 2024: 1 complaint 2025: 1 complaint 2025 2026: 2 complaints

2015: 56 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
20016
2002187
2003320
2004282
2005372
2006200
2007118
2008116
2009151
201092
201183
201266
201347
201434
201556
201628
201728
20188
201912
20207
20217
20226
20237
20241
20251
20262

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Engine

25% · 14 reports
CRASHINJURY
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My 2015 Mini Cooper 4 door hardtop was parked in my garage. I started it but had not put it into gear yet.

NHTSA ODI report, 2015-12-01

Also filed under Electrical system

Excessive carbon build up on engine intake ports at 35K miles. Car purchased new, has oil changes by dealer every 5K miles, and is filled with 92 octane gas.

NHTSA ODI report, 2017-12-16

I took my 2015 Mini in for its last service before converting my lease into a financing deal and purchasing car. I was informed there was an engine recall due to crankshaft bearing problem.

NHTSA ODI report, 2017-11-07

Fuel/propulsion system

20% · 11 reports
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Fuel tank causes gas pump to click off after dispensing a tenth gallon of gasoline. Gas spills from gas tank while removing pump creating a safety and environmental hazard. Fuel tank will not accept gas at pump.

NHTSA ODI report, 2023-09-22

Power train

18% · 10 reports
CRASH
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While in bumper to bumper traffic car lunged while accelerating. Was at a complete stop then lifted off brake and began to feed in gas when the transmission shifted from first to second (Automatic transmission) the car lunged or jumped forward.

NHTSA ODI report, 2017-11-15

Electrical system

18% · 10 reports

Most commonly citing horn.

CRASHINJURY
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On my 2015 MINI Cooper Hardtop 4 Door (VIN: [XXX]), the driver's side halogen headlight suddenly stopped working.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-11

Also filed under Visibility/wiper

Service brakes

14% · 8 reports
CRASH
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Anytime the wipers are on and the speed is above 50 mph, this car periodically applies the brakes to keep the rotors dry. It's an automated system that BMW's and Mini's have.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-08-13

Without any warning lamps,The vehicle started pulling left when the brakes were applied a certified mechanic looked at it and feels that is the due to a defective DSC/ABS control unit.

NHTSA ODI report, 2023-10-26

Safety timeline

6 recalls · 2 investigations · oldest first

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    2014-12-29Seats14V721000 BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2015 MINI Cooper Hardtop 2 Door vehicles manufactured August 12, 2014, to September 2, 2014.

    Remedy: MINI will notify owners, and dealers will re-align and re-tighten the seatback adjustment mechanisms, free of charge. The recall began December 29, 2014. Owners can contact MINI customer service at 1-866-825-1525.

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    2015-02-04Power train14V789000 BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 MINI Cooper Hardtop 2 Door, and Cooper S Hardtop 2 Door vehicles manufactured January 6, 2014, to October 17, 2014.

    Remedy: MINI will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the transmission control module with the correct software, free of charge. The recall February 4, 2015. Owners can contact MINI customer service at 1-866-825-1525.

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    2015-08-18Audit queryClosed 2016-08-23 International Autos, Inc. / Mini Recall
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    2015-09-04Structure15V450000 BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 MINI Cooper and MINI Cooper S Hardtop 2 Door vehicles and 2015 MINI John Cooper Works Hardtop 2 Door vehicles.

    Remedy: MINI will notify owners, and dealers will install additional energy absorption material between the rear interior side panels and the exterior vehicle body, free of charge. The recall began on September 4, 2015.

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    2015-09-24Audit queryClosed 2017-10-02 BMW Safety Act Violations
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    2015-10-15Equipment15V034000 BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 MINI Cooper Hardtop two door vehicles manufactured December 1, 2013, to December 14, 2014.

    Remedy: MINI will notify owners, and dealers will replace the incorrect labels with corrected labels, free of charge. Owners were mailed interim notification on March 18, 2015. The recall began on October 15, 2015.

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    2015-11-25Air bags15V628000 BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 MINI Cooper S and MINI Cooper two-door vehicles, 2015-2016 MINI John Cooper Works and MINI Cooper S and MINI Cooper four-door vehicles and 2014-2015 BMW i3 vehicles.

    Remedy: MINI and BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag module, free of charge. The recall began on November 25, 2015.

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    2015-12-28Air bags, seats15V739000 BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 MINI Cooper Hardtop 2 door vehicles manufactured February 25, 2014, to May 16, 2015, 2014-2015 MINI Cooper S Hardtop 2 door vehicles manufactured March 28, 2014, to May 9,...

    Remedy: MINI will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the front passenger seat cushion, free of charge. The recall began on December 28, 2015. Owners may contact MINI customer service at 1-866-825-1525 .

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Buy-smart checklist

2015 Mini Cooper — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Engine: 14 reports on file for this year.
  • Fuel/propulsion system: 11 reports on file for this year.
  • Power train: 10 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 14V721000 · Seats
  • Recall 14V789000 · Power train
  • Recall 15V450000 · Structure
  • Recall 15V034000 · Equipment
  • Recall 15V628000 · Air bags
  • Recall 15V739000 · Air bags, seats
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FAQ

Is the 2015 Mini Cooper reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2015 Mini Cooper is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2015 Mini Cooper?
The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 25% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2015 Mini Cooper have?
6 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.