2009 MINI Cooper S vs 2011 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 | 2009 MINI Cooper S | 2011 MINI Cooper S |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 119 | 31 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 115 | 152 |
| Investigations | 1 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 2 | 0 |
| Fire reports | 4 | 5 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 26–29 | 28–30 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 52,124 mi | 65,008 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | MINI Cooper S | MINI Cooper S |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 65 | 16 |
| Electrical System | 13 | 16 |
| Air Bags | 17 | 3 |
| Power Train | 16 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 15 | 1 |
| Seat Belts | 4 | 0 |
| Seats | 4 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 3 | 1 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Clunking / rattling | 17 | 0 |
| Stalling | 8 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 8 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 5 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 5 | 0 |
2009 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.