2014 MINI Cooper vs 2016 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 | 2014 MINI Cooper | 2016 MINI Cooper |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 34 | 28 |
| Recall campaigns | 7 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 430 | 85 |
| Investigations | 2 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 1 | 2 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 29–32 | — |
| Median reported incident mileage | 9,100 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | MINI Cooper | MINI Cooper |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 8 | 10 |
| Electrical System | 8 | 8 |
| Power Train | 8 | 6 |
| Exterior Lighting | 0 | 8 |
| Structure | 4 | 1 |
| Air Bags | 3 | 2 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 1 |
| Seat Belts | 2 | 1 |
2014 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.