2010 MINI Cooper 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 | 2010 MINI Cooper | 2010 MINI Cooper S |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 92 | 59 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 116 | 140 |
| Investigations | 0 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 1 |
| Fire reports | 7 | 5 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 27–32 | 27–29 |
| Median reported mileage | 53,000 mi | 62,635 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | MINI Cooper | MINI Cooper S |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 32 | 37 |
| Electrical System | 29 | 4 |
| Air Bags | 21 | 6 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 8 | 6 |
| Exterior Lighting | 11 | 0 |
| Power Train | 3 | 5 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 6 |
| Seat Belts | 5 | 1 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 7 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 7 | 5 |
| Check engine light | 5 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 6 |
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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.