2008 MINI Cooper S vs 2010 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 | 2008 MINI Cooper S | 2010 MINI Cooper S |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 168 | 59 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 111 | 140 |
| Investigations | 2 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 1 | 1 |
| Fire reports | 10 | 5 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 27–29 | 27–29 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 54,000 mi | 62,635 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | MINI Cooper S | MINI Cooper S |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 78 | 37 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 43 | 6 |
| Air Bags | 30 | 6 |
| Power Train | 9 | 5 |
| Electrical System | 8 | 4 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 4 | 6 |
| Seat Belts | 4 | 1 |
| Structure | 3 | 0 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Clunking / rattling | 37 | 5 |
| Stalling | 11 | 0 |
| Overheating | 7 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 6 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 5 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 6 |
2008 MINI Cooper S
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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.