2004 MINI Cooper S vs 2006 MINI Cooper S
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2004 MINI Cooper S | 2006 MINI Cooper S |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 247 | 186 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 41 | 49 |
| Investigations | 2 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 7 | 4 |
| Fire reports | 5 | 9 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 25 | 24 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 74,000 mi | 56,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | MINI Cooper S | MINI Cooper S |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 210 | 48 |
| Air Bags | 8 | 67 |
| Electrical System | 19 | 23 |
| Power Train | 2 | 22 |
| Visibility | 12 | 11 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 3 | 15 |
| Seats | 3 | 15 |
| Engine | 2 | 7 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Steering problems | 73 | 9 |
| Loss of power | 20 | 7 |
| Stalling | 8 | 8 |
| Airbag warning light | 6 | 35 |
| Shifting problems | 0 | 6 |
2004 MINI Cooper S
2006 MINI Cooper S
Compare all MINI Cooper S vs MINI Cooper S years →
Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.