2012 Mini Cooper Roadster Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

No safety recalls on file

The 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster has no safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Seat Belts (1 report).

0Recalls
2Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
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2012 Mini Cooper Roadster recalls

No safety recalls on file for the 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster.

Most common 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster problems

Problem areas named in the 2 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Seat Belts1
Air Bags1
Seats1

What owners report

2025-05-06, Air Bags
The passenger seat occupancy sensor has malfunctioned. The airbag turns off when a passenger of sufficient weight is seated; a warning light comes on intermittently. This happens often, posing a safety risk to the passenger.
2017-01-29, Seat Belts
THE PASSENGER SIDE SEAT MAT SENSOR, THAT TRIGGERS THE AIRBAG IN AN ACCIDENT (I UNDERSTAND), HAS FAILED. MINI OF CHARLESTON SC (CLOSE TO WHERE I LIVE) INFORM ME THAT IT WILL TAKE 3-6 MONTHS TO GET A REPLACEMENT.

2012 Mini Cooper Roadster questions

Does the 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster have any recalls?

No. NHTSA has no safety recalls on file for the 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster at this time.

What are the most common problems with the 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster?

Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Seat Belts (1), Air Bags (1), Seats (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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