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2007 Mini Cooper

Owner reports · Recalls · Investigations

More warning signs than most Cooper years

Owner complaints for the 2007 Mini Cooper are substantially higher than the model-year median of 40.5.

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117Owner complaints

Model-year median: 40.5

1Recall campaigns

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0Investigations

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How this year compares

Owner complaints by model year

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Counts vary with age, sales and reporting. They are not failure rates.

What owners reported most

Air Bags
47Engine
30Electrical System
27Engine And Engine Cooling
11Seat Belts
8
All reported categories
Seats
8Fuel/propulsion System
5Power Train
5Steering
4Unknown Or Other
4Exterior Lighting
3Electronic Stability Control (esc)
2Service Brakes
2Fuel System, Gasoline
1Latches/locks/linkages
1Suspension
1

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When problems were reported

Mileage at the reported incident

86 reports with mileage · 31 unknown

NHTSA’s mileage field refers to the reported incident, not necessarily the filing date. This shows report counts, not the likelihood of a failure.

What to inspect

Issues worth paying extra attention to based on owner reports.

  • Air Bags. Review the 47 owner reports in this category and discuss these concerns during a pre-purchase inspection. Read reports →
  • Engine. Review the 30 owner reports in this category and discuss these concerns during a pre-purchase inspection. Read reports →
  • Electrical System. Review the 27 owner reports in this category and discuss these concerns during a pre-purchase inspection. Read reports →

NHTSA owner reports · September 18, 2026 snapshot.

3 crash reports10 fire reports2 injury reports

Air Bags complaints

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Mileage unknown · Mar 4, 2025
Air BagsElectrical System

The airbag warning light randomly remains on. From what I understand this is a known issue as there has been previous recalls by Mini. This could potentially mean the airbag system is faulty and non-operational. Based on online searches, it seems like a lot of there problem are wiring problems though, bad connections. The previo…

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The airbag warning light randomly remains on. From what I understand this is a known issue as there has been previous recalls by Mini. This could potentially mean the airbag system is faulty and non-operational. Based on online searches, it seems like a lot of there problem are wiring problems though, bad connections. The previous recalls should be extended further, as there are other cars with the same problem, like mine.

NHTSA ODI #11646268

Mileage unknown · Dec 11, 2024
Air BagsSeats

On almost all r56 model mini coopers the passenger seat occupancy sensor has a major malfunction that causes it to fail and pop up an airbag sensor light even when someone is sitting in the seat, Mini USA did not issue a recall but rather a reimbursement form for owners in 2017 the last year of production for that car and did no…

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On almost all r56 model mini coopers the passenger seat occupancy sensor has a major malfunction that causes it to fail and pop up an airbag sensor light even when someone is sitting in the seat, Mini USA did not issue a recall but rather a reimbursement form for owners in 2017 the last year of production for that car and did not publicly disclose this. I feel as though this should be a recall as it is common enough for bypass devices to be normal for this car

NHTSA ODI #11630094

Mileage unknown · Feb 12, 2024
Air Bags

[XXX] . Airbag sensor recall. My car is part of a recall under MINI Recall 23V-xxx: Footwell Module. I took my car to a dealer and they told me that they would not repair it because my car is a 2007. My mileage is 102,000K miles. The notice says Im covered but they say im not. The recall notice is for the year of my car …

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[XXX] . Airbag sensor recall. My car is part of a recall under MINI Recall 23V-xxx: Footwell Module. I took my car to a dealer and they told me that they would not repair it because my car is a 2007. My mileage is 102,000K miles. The notice says Im covered but they say im not. The recall notice is for the year of my car and they are saying my car is too old. This recall is for the year of my car so I am not understanding. A light comes on that shows the passenger airbag. Upon inspection by the dealer, it is a faulty seat mat sensor and needs to be replaced and cost $2,120.56. I dont have that kind of money. This should be addressed under the recall. My name is [XXX] , [XXX] . Phone [XXX] . The dealership is Mini Cooper Downtown Los Angeles. 6333 S Almeda Los Angeles Ca 90001. I never received this recall notice and knew of this only because the light indicator came on. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

NHTSA ODI #11571490

Mileage unknown · Jan 10, 2024
Air BagsSeat Belts

Seat belt warning for passenger seat stays on despite buckling the seat belt. I suspect the air bag deployment is therefore not functioning.

NHTSA ODI #11564726

Mileage unknown · Sep 29, 2023
Air BagsSeat Belts

Restraint System Malfunction Fault in passenger-restraint system effecting airbag, belt tensioner or belt-force limiter. Having to replace passenger seat or sensor to indicate I have a passenger so the airbag will deploy. It looks like there may have been a recall for this in the past according to an article I found, but my VIN …

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Restraint System Malfunction Fault in passenger-restraint system effecting airbag, belt tensioner or belt-force limiter. Having to replace passenger seat or sensor to indicate I have a passenger so the airbag will deploy. It looks like there may have been a recall for this in the past according to an article I found, but my VIN does not come up as needing this item replaced. Cost is approximately $800.

NHTSA ODI #11547285

Mileage unknown · Dec 31, 2021
Air Bags

There is a warning light of airbag. But it havent reported when i purchased by a previous owner and carfax as well

NHTSA ODI #11445714

Mileage unknown · Jul 29, 2021
Air BagsSeat Belts

2007 mini cooper s airbag light with warning on navigation screen saying seat belt tensioner or belt force limiter has a problem and passenger airbag is off. Odometer is 76,000 when problem started.

NHTSA ODI #11427021

79,000 miles · Jan 17, 2021
Air Bags

PASSENGER OCCUPANCY AIRBAG SENSOR FAILED, MINI HAS OFFERED A RECALL FOR SIMILAR MODELS BUT ONLY THE CONVERTIBLE AND NOT THE HARD-TOP; HOWEVER THIS IS A PROBLEM FOR THE NON CONVERTIBLES. IT'S INCREDIBLY UNSAFE FOR THE SENSOR TO GO OFF AND NOT BE RESET. I WOULD LIKE MINI TO RECALL AND REPAIR ALL MODELS WITH THAT SENSOR THAT FAIL…

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PASSENGER OCCUPANCY AIRBAG SENSOR FAILED, MINI HAS OFFERED A RECALL FOR SIMILAR MODELS BUT ONLY THE CONVERTIBLE AND NOT THE HARD-TOP; HOWEVER THIS IS A PROBLEM FOR THE NON CONVERTIBLES. IT'S INCREDIBLY UNSAFE FOR THE SENSOR TO GO OFF AND NOT BE RESET. I WOULD LIKE MINI TO RECALL AND REPAIR ALL MODELS WITH THAT SENSOR THAT FAILS, NOT JUST CONVERTIBLE MODELS.

NHTSA ODI #11388606

137,000 miles · Mar 20, 2020
Air BagsElectrical SystemEngine

THERMOSTAST HOUSING REPLACEMENT AND WATER PIPE. COOLING SYSTEM NEEDS TO BE FLUSH. ENGINE REBUILD DUE OVER HEATING. OXYGEN SENSOR REPLACEMENT. TIMING CHAIN REPLACEMENT. THERMOSTAST REPLACEMENT.

NHTSA ODI #11318812

95,000 miles · Sep 24, 2019
Air Bags

PASSENGER SEAT MAT SENSOR ON 2007 MINI COOPER FAULTED. THERE WAS A RECALL ON BMW AND MINI COOPERS EXCEPT FOR THIS BASE MODEL. DEALER SAID IT WOULD BE $1800. TO FIX I WOULD THINK THE PARTS FOR THIS CAR ARE THE SAME. SHOULD BE RECALLED.

NHTSA ODI #11257851

Official recalls

1

23V337000 · Electrical System

May 11, 2023

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2008-2014 MINI Clubman Cooper, Clubman Cooper S, Clubman John Cooper Works, and 2007-2013 MINI Hardtop 2-Door Cooper, Cooper S, and John Cooper Works vehicles sold, or ever registered, in Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Dakota, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, Washington D.C., and Wisconsin. The electronic control module in the driver's side footwell area may short-circuit, due to corrosion from water and road salt.

Consequence & remedy

Consequence: An electrical short-circuit can increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect the sunroof drains, interior footwell area, and FRM and, depending upon the results of the inspection, certain components will be replaced. Owner notification letters were mailed May 13, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-866-825-1525.

Model-level recall history does not show whether a particular VIN is affected or has received a repair. Check a VIN with NHTSA ↗

NHTSA investigations

0

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