2019 Mini Cooper problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Steering (4) · Structure:body (1) · Exterior Lighting (1)
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Safety recalls (2)
Steering:linkages:tie Rod Assembly 2019-08-14 · campaign 19V601000 · 32 vehicles
Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018-2019 BMW X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i, 2019 X2 xDrive28i, MINI Cooper S Convertible, Countryman, and John Cooper Works Countryman vehicles. The steering gear tie rod may have been assembled incorrectly, which may result in excessive wear of the tie rod end, eventually causing it to break.
Risk: A broken steering tie rod would lead to a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles and replace the tie rods and ball joints as necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 11, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or MINI customer service at 1-866-825-1525.
Engine And Engine Cooling:engine 2018-07-11 · campaign 18V465000 · 5,309 vehicles
Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 BMW 540d xDrive vehicles. The crankshaft sensor may be equipped with incorrect firmware, preventing the sensor from properly processing input from the crankshaft reluctor ring, possibly resulting in a vehicle stall. On September 12, 2018, BMW expanded the recall to a total of 5,309 vehicles including certain 2018-2019 BMW 540d xDrive, 230i M240i, M240i xDrive, X2 sDrive28i, X2 xDrive28i, X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i, 330i, 330i xDrive,
Risk: A vehicle stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the crankshaft sensor, free of charge. The recall began September 6, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Service bulletins (141)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Electrical System 2026-07-10 · M840226 · Service Campaign
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.
Fuel/Propulsion System 2026-04-27 · M010324 · Warranty Program/Extension
evap purge (vent) valve ext ltd wty (elw) 15 yrs/150,000 mls
Fuel/Propulsion System 2024-10-07 · M010324 · Warranty Program/Extension
evap purge (vent) valve ext ltd wty (elw) 15 yrs/150,000 mls
Suspension 2024-03-04 · M310424 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
during inspection and/or diagnosis there is noticeable dirt/grease buildup on the axles near the inner and/or outer cv boots.
Structure 2023-11-02 · M511616 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
cavity protection applied to underside of the hood is leaking out onto the wheel arch trim and grille.
Electrical System 2023-10-25 · M610607 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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
Showing the 6 most recent of 141 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2026-02-17 · Structure:body“certain 2019 mini and bmw models are equipped with older evaporators that are not lined correctly to prevent aluminum corrosion from the new r-1234yf refrigerant, causing premature leaks of the refrigerant into the cabin while driving. exposure to the refrigerant can cause severe irritations including dizziness, sudden and uncontrollable pain in th…”
2025-09-19 · Unknown Or Other“i’ve been experiencing headaches, dizziness, and sudden tearing episodes while driving and the tearing only happens while driving my mini. a few of these episodes have occurred on the highway, the painful eye irritation and crazy tearing made it very difficult to keep my eyes open, which has been super dangerous. i forced myself to keep at least on…”
2024-04-17 · Engine“my vehicle only has 23000 how is it that vehicle with low miles and 5 yrs old and there telling me that engine mounts are cracked what mini cooper said was that the reason why is because there made out of plastic . how can this be legal what holds the engine in place made from plastic ? i think this need to be investigated and looked into is not s…”
2023-11-13 · Steering“car sent a message about vehicle stabilization initiation in the middle of the road. i could barely turn the steering wheel and change the lane. authorized dealer service center tells me it’s a click and drive wiring malfunction issue. i was on the way to the airport via toll road and highway. continue to drive with the stabilization in progress co…”
2023-10-27 · Unknown Or Other“*the condensate drain hose is not properly draining the condensate from the vehicle. *breathing in mold and didn't know it *yes the problem was confirmed by the dealer *the dealer inspected *no warnings, no recalls…”
2023-01-15 · Steering“i am writing regarding the failure of the steering column on my 2019 mini cooper hardtop. the incident occurred on december 31, 2022. i drove my car to a residential location in seattle, parked and locked the vehicle. when i returned to my car and started it up to move it, i realized i had no control of the car because the steering wheel was spinni…”
2022-08-31 · Unknown Or Other“foul odor coming from vents when starting up ac, and after turning off for 10 - 15 minutes.…”
2022-08-28 · Electrical System“center console phone charger center console is and enclosed component and when a cell phone is placed in the console and used for bluetooth navigation and or phone calls it shuts down the system. the phone heats to such a temp that all phone operations and interaction with the vehicle system freeze or shut down and the phone continues to heat. i h…”
2022-02-15 · Exterior Lighting“entire driver side tail lamp assembly stopped working (includes running light, brake light, reverse light, and blinker). dash board did display warning (while driving) of lights malfunction, but nevertheless stopped working while driving. upon further inspection, found a “short” / melted pig tail (electrical connector) connecting to the rear of the…”
2020-08-17 · Unknown Or Other · 18,200 mi“while driving on road driver's side roll over bar just popped up. i'm concerned that if car would have rolled over passenger would have been crashed. already notified min icooper waiting for a response. car will be service this week.…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.