2009 MINI Cooper vs 2009 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 | 2009 MINI Cooper S |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 150 | 119 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 91 | 115 |
| Investigations | 0 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 1 | 2 |
| Fire reports | 11 | 4 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 26–32 | 26–29 |
| Median reported mileage | 65,000 mi | 52,124 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | MINI Cooper | MINI Cooper S |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 46 | 65 |
| Air Bags | 62 | 17 |
| Electrical System | 24 | 13 |
| Power Train | 5 | 16 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 4 | 15 |
| Seat Belts | 8 | 4 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 5 | 3 |
| Seats | 4 | 4 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Airbag warning light | 27 | 8 |
| Stalling | 11 | 8 |
| Check engine light | 6 | 5 |
| Clunking / rattling | 6 | 17 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 5 |
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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.