2006 MINI Cooper Convertible 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 | 2006 MINI Cooper Convertible | 2006 MINI Cooper S |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 27 | 186 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 20 | 49 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 0 | 4 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 9 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 25–27 | 24 |
| Median reported mileage | 71,500 mi | 56,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | MINI Cooper Convertible | MINI Cooper S |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 14 | 67 |
| Steering | 10 | 48 |
| Electrical System | 5 | 23 |
| Power Train | 3 | 22 |
| Seats | 5 | 15 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 15 |
| Visibility | 0 | 11 |
| Engine | 0 | 7 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Airbag warning light | 6 | 35 |
| Steering problems | 0 | 9 |
| Stalling | 0 | 8 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 7 |
| Shifting problems | 0 | 6 |
2006 MINI Cooper Convertible
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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.