2009 MINI Cooper electrical system problems
24 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the electrical system on the 2009 MINI Cooper — 16% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“When it rains, my car seems to have a short circuit and all the electrical components start going crazy, mainly the windows, locks and indoor lights/dash. There is an active recall for the same problem and car model but mine doesn't seem to fit the recall I am not sure why.”
filed Jul 31, 2025
“My car has had an exterior lighting problem related to a bad FRM. This is causing my lights not to work. After seeking help, I saw that there was an actual recall on the FRM and I decided to take my car to International Mini dealership in Wisconsin. Once there, they proceeded to only fix the leak…”
filed Apr 12, 2025
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related recalls
- Electronic control module in the driver's side footwell area may short-circuit, due to…Campaign 23V337000 · May 11, 2023
Related service bulletins
The Footwell Module (FRM) limited warranty for defects in materials and / or workmanship has been supplementarily increased to 15 years / 186,000 miles as determined from the original first in-service / delivery date.
M010616 · Warranty Program/Extension · issued May 6, 2026While performing a 12-Volt battery jump start, disconnect, or replacement, vehicle test, and/or programming procedure- the MINI Footwell Module (FRM) may become unresponsive. As a result, one or more of the following…
M610226 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Apr 30, 2026The Footwell Module (FRM) limited warranty for defects in materials and / or workmanship has been supplementarily increased to 15 years / 186,000 miles as determined from the original first in-service / delivery date.
M010616 · Warranty Program/Extension · issued Mar 18, 2025MINI electrical systems have continued to develop over the past few years. As a result, the demand on the batteries has increased. Breakdowns due to an empty battery or problems in the vehicles electrical system can…
M610607 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Oct 25, 2023
Electrical System problems in other Cooper years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 Cooper | 5 | 18% |
| 2016 Cooper | 8 | 29% |
| 2015 Cooper | 10 | 18% |
| 2014 Cooper | 8 | 24% |
| 2013 Cooper | 19 | 40% |
| 2012 Cooper | 28 | 42% |
| 2011 Cooper | 36 | 44% |
| 2010 Cooper | 29 | 32% |
| 2008 Cooper | 11 | 10% |
| 2007 Cooper | 25 | 22% |
| 2006 Cooper | 10 | 5% |
| 2005 Cooper | 30 | 8% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2009 MINI Cooper
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.