2008 MINI Cooper vs 2009 MINI Cooper
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 | 2009 MINI Cooper |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 115 | 150 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 97 | 91 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 1 |
| Fire reports | 4 | 11 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 27–32 | 26–32 |
| Median reported mileage | 60,000 mi | 65,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | MINI Cooper | MINI Cooper |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 41 | 62 |
| Engine | 43 | 46 |
| Electrical System | 11 | 24 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 13 | 4 |
| Power Train | 12 | 5 |
| Seat Belts | 3 | 8 |
| Seats | 5 | 4 |
| Steering | 4 | 4 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Airbag warning light | 16 | 27 |
| Stalling | 9 | 11 |
| Clunking / rattling | 8 | 6 |
| Check engine light | 5 | 6 |
2008 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.