2007 MINI Cooper vs 2007 MINI Cooper S
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 21, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2007 MINI Cooper | 2007 MINI Cooper S |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 117 | 249 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 96 | 114 |
| Investigations | 0 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 2 |
| Fire reports | 10 | 14 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 26–31 | 26–28 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 64,845 mi | 52,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | MINI Cooper | MINI Cooper S |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 30 | 94 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 11 | 79 |
| Air Bags | 47 | 28 |
| Electrical System | 27 | 13 |
| Power Train | 5 | 26 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 5 | 8 |
| Seat Belts | 8 | 4 |
| Steering | 4 | 7 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Airbag warning light | 15 | 12 |
| Stalling | 12 | 28 |
| Clunking / rattling | 9 | 47 |
| Electrical failures | 7 | 0 |
| Overheating | 5 | 5 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 19 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 8 |
2007 MINI Cooper
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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.