2003 MINI Cooper recalls
2 NHTSA recall campaigns naming the 2003 MINI Cooper. Last verified Sep 14, 2026. Recalls may apply only to certain VIN ranges — always confirm with a VIN check.
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Units are totals reported across campaigns mentioning this model — NHTSA does not always break unit counts down by model.
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Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
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- Oct 15, 2015Crash risk2002–2005 MINI Cooper, 2002–2005 MINI Cooper S — Steering
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2002-2005 MINI Cooper and Cooper S vehicles and 2005 Cooper and Cooper S Convertible vehicles. The affected vehicles may experience temporary or permanent loss of the electro-hydraulic steering assistance.
15V660000 · 86K units · BMW of North America, LLC
- Mar 10, 2003Crash risk2003 MINI Cooper, 2003 MINI Cooper S — Suspension
ON CERTAIN VEHICLES, THE LOWER SCREW CONNECTION OF THE REAR STRUTS TO THE CHASSIS MAY FAIL. THE HEAD (TOP) OF THE SCREW SECURING THIS CONNECTION MAY BREAK. THE REMAINING PORTION OF THE SCREW WILL STILL HOLD THE STRUT IN PLACE.
03V086000 · 5K units · BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE