NHTSA lists 8 complaints for the 2018 Mini Cooper, 3 of them mention a crash and 0 mention a fire. 1 complaints mention an injury, with 3 injuries and 0 deaths reported.
Data build 2026-10-08.
NHTSA lists this vehicle as MINI COOPER.
Complaints per 100k sold unavailable. No sales source is available for this record.
| System | Complaints | Share of this vehicle's complaints |
|---|---|---|
| AIR BAGS | 2 | 25.0% |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 2 | 25.0% |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 2 | 25.0% |
| ENGINE | 1 | 12.5% |
| SERVICE BRAKES | 1 | 12.5% |
| STRUCTURE | 1 | 12.5% |
| TIRES | 1 | 12.5% |
| System | Subsystem | Complaints |
|---|---|---|
| STRUCTURE | BODY | 1 |
One complaint can name several systems, so shares can add to more than 100 percent.
These labels are model-generated, not NHTSA data.
| Label | Count | Share of tagged | Mean confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| mechanical failure | 3 | 37.5% | 0.95 |
| restraint or airbag | 2 | 25.0% | 1.00 |
| electrical electronic | 1 | 12.5% | 0.49 |
| loss of control | 1 | 12.5% | 0.99 |
| noise or comfort | 1 | 12.5% | 0.56 |
| Label | Count | Share of tagged | Mean confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| high | 3 | 37.5% | 1.00 |
| low | 3 | 37.5% | 0.85 |
| moderate | 2 | 25.0% | 0.86 |
Model: typesafe/jev-1.13-20260917; schema version: tag-v1. 8 tagged complaints of 8 complaints (100.0%).
Confidence is the model's own probability for the label it chose (0 to 1), not accuracy.
Model-generated labels on tagged complaints only. Model years 2013 and newer are tagged in full; 2012 in part (see tagged_share); earlier model years have no tags. NHTSA's own flags remain separate in the complaints block.
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200 manufacturer communications.
| System | Count |
|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 74 |
| EQUIPMENT | 64 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 31 |
| STRUCTURE | 23 |
| EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY | 21 |
| ENGINE | 14 |
| POWER TRAIN | 13 |
| VISIBILITY | 9 |
Date: 2026-07-10. Type: Service Campaign. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Once the Telematics Module (TCB2) enters sleep mode, a MINI Data Services trigger for Remote Services(remote engine start, lock/unlock/climate conditioning) will not be able to reactivate the TCB2. Due to this issue, Remote Services will not function in the vehicle when parked and locked.
Date: 2026-04-27. Type: Warranty Program/Extension. Systems: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM.
EVAP PURGE (VENT) VALVE EXT LTD WTY (ELW) 15 YRS/150,000 MLS
Date: 2024-10-07. Type: Warranty Program/Extension. Systems: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM.
EVAP PURGE (VENT) VALVE EXT LTD WTY (ELW) 15 YRS/150,000 MLS
Date: 2024-08-12. Type: Warranty Program/Extension. Systems: POWER TRAIN.
For the eligible vehicles listed above, the limited warranty for the vehiclea s Selector Lever Magnetic Shift Interlock Mechanism (Gearshift lug assembly portion) has been extended to: 10 years/120,000 miles as determined by the vehiclea s original in-service date, When a gearshift lug repair kit
Date: 2024-03-04. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: SUSPENSION.
During inspection and/or diagnosis there is noticeable dirt/grease buildup on the axles near the inner and/or outer CV boots.
Date: 2023-11-02. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: STRUCTURE.
Cavity protection applied to underside of the hood is leaking out onto the wheel arch trim and grille.
Date: 2023-10-25. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
MINI 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 have various causes, most of which are not due to the battery itself. For this rea
Date: 2023-08-01. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: COMMUNICATION.
?BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop: REPLACE CHARGE AIR LINE.
Date: 2023-08-01. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: STRUCTURE.
?The panoramic roof sunblind does not close, or jams while closing.
Date: 2023-05-01. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: STRUCTURE.
Upon opening and closing the tailgate, a creaking/groaning sound can be heard from tailgate actuator.
None listed.
| NHTSA model label | Complaints |
|---|---|
| COOPER | 8 |
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