2012 MINI Cooper S vs 2013 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 | 2012 MINI Cooper S | 2013 MINI Cooper S |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 23 | 24 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 152 | 140 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 0 | 1 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 28–30 | 29 |
| Median reported mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | MINI Cooper S | MINI Cooper S |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 13 | 9 |
| Engine | 4 | 7 |
| Air Bags | 1 | 4 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 3 | 1 |
| Power Train | 1 | 2 |
| Structure | 2 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 1 |
| Seats | 1 | 1 |
2012 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.