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2017 Mini Cooper

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2017 Mini Cooper
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:12:53.882Z

Only 28 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 28 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Mini Cooper Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2017 highlighted. 2001: 6 complaints 2001 2002: 187 complaints 2003: 320 complaints 2004: 282 complaints 2005: 372 complaints 2005 2006: 200 complaints 2007: 115 complaints 2008: 115 complaints 2009: 150 complaints 2009 2010: 92 complaints 2011: 82 complaints 2012: 65 complaints 2013: 47 complaints 2013 2014: 34 complaints 2015: 54 complaints 2016: 28 complaints 2017: 28 complaints 2017 2018: 8 complaints 2019: 12 complaints 2020: 7 complaints 2021: 7 complaints 2021 2022: 6 complaints 2023: 7 complaints 2024: 1 complaints 2025: 1 complaints 2025 2026: 1 complaints 2026
2017: 28 complaints
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YearComplaints
20016
2002187
2003320
2004282
2005372
2006200
2007115
2008115
2009150
201092
201182
201265
201347
201434
201554
201628
201728
20188
201912
20207
20217
20226
20237
20241
20251
20261

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 28 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

POWER TRAIN

6 of 28 total reports mention: power train.

CRASH
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2017 Mini Cooper - Selector Lever Magnetic Shift Interlock Mechanism

NHTSA ODI report, 20240821

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

6 of 28 total reports mention: exterior lighting.

CRASH
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I OWN A 2017 MINI COOPER CLUBMAN THAT WAS RECALLED FOR AN UNSAFE BRAKE LIGHT CONDITION. THERE WERE 4 FUNCTIONAL BRAKE LIGHTS ON THE REAR BUMPER. AFTER MY CAR WAS "FIXED", I ONLY HAVE 2 FUNCTIONAL BRAKE LIGHTS ON THE REAR BUMPER.

NHTSA ODI report, 20171103

I HAVE ONLY TWO WEEKS WITH MY NEW CAR, AND ABSOLUTELY LOVE IT! HOWEVER, THERE APPEARS TO BE A SAFETY ISSUE WITH THE BRAKE LIGHTS.

NHTSA ODI report, 20160606

ENGINE

6 of 28 total reports mention: engine.

CRASH
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

5 of 28 total reports mention: electrical system.

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I RECENTLY TEST DROVE A MINI COOPER CLUBMAN S. I DID NOT LIKE THE VEHICLE, AND ONE OF THE REASONS IS THE WAY THE LIGHTING (FRONT AND REAR) IS DESIGNED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20160616

AIR BAGS

3 of 28 total reports mention: air bags.

CRASH INJURY
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Driver left the roadway to the outside of a curve to the left, sideswiping a telephone pole and spinning at least one time back onto and off the roadway again before coming to rest.

NHTSA ODI report, 20231030

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 MINI COOPER. THE CONTACT CALLED ON BEHALF OF HIS WIFE AND STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 20 MPH, THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20190828

TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2017 MINI COOPER. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, WHEN ANOTHER VEHICLE FAILED TO STOP AT A STOP SIGN AND IMPACTED THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE OF HER VEHICLE. THE CONTACT STATED SHE WAS COLLIDED INTO A FIRE HYDRANT.

NHTSA ODI report, 20190723

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20170210 — air bags

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2017 BMW 640i, 640i xDrive, 650i, 650i xDrive, M6, 535i, 535i xDrive, 430i, 430i xDrive, 440i, 440i xDrive, M4, X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i, i3, i8, Rolls-Royce Dawn, Mini Clubman...

Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air bag modules, free of charge. The recall began February 6, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Campaign 16V914000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20170519 — exterior lighting

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2016-2017 MINI Cooper Clubman, Cooper S Clubman and JCW Clubman vehicles. When the affected vehicles are braking and the turn signals are on, the inner, bumper-mounted, brake light will go out.

Remedy: MINI will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the vehicle to correct the brake lighting, free of charge. The recall began May 22, 2017. Owners may contact MINI customer service at 1-866-825-1525.

Campaign 17V222000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20190703 — seat belts

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i, MINI Hardtop 4 Door Cooper, Mini Hardtop 4 Door Cooper S, MINI Cooper Clubman, and Cooper S Clubman, 2017 Rolls-Royce Ghost, and 2016 528i...

Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's seat belt assembly, free of charge. The recall began July 3, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Campaign 16V747000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2017 Mini Cooper — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for power train issues (6 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for exterior lighting issues (6 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine issues (6 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 16V914000 (air bags) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 17V222000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 16V747000 (seat belts) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 2014 ▲ 2013 ▲ 2015

WORST YEARS

■ 2005 ■ 2003 ■ 2004

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FAQ

Is the 2017 Mini Cooper 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 2017 Mini Cooper?

The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 21% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2017 Mini Cooper have?

3 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.