2010 MINI Cooper vs 2012 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 | 2010 MINI Cooper | 2012 MINI Cooper |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 92 | 66 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 116 | 132 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 1 |
| Fire reports | 7 | 7 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 27–32 | 28–32 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 53,000 mi | 54,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | MINI Cooper | MINI Cooper |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 29 | 28 |
| Engine | 32 | 17 |
| Air Bags | 21 | 12 |
| Exterior Lighting | 11 | 5 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 8 | 1 |
| Seats | 5 | 4 |
| Seat Belts | 5 | 2 |
| Service Brakes | 4 | 3 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 7 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 7 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 5 | 0 |
| Overheating | 0 | 5 |
2010 MINI Cooper
2012 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.