CarRecallWatchThe 2004 Mini Cooper S has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 247 complaints with NHTSA, including 7 crashes, 5 fires, 3 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Steering (215 reports).
2004 Mini Cooper S recalls
Loss of steering assist can make steering harder at low speed
Certain 2002-2005 MINI Cooper and Cooper S vehicles, including 2005 Convertible models, may temporarily or permanently lose electro-hydraulic steering assistance.
Most common 2004 Mini Cooper S problems
Problem areas named in the 247 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Steering | 215 |
| Electrical System | 19 |
| Visibility | 12 |
| Air Bags | 8 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 3 |
| Seat Belts | 3 |
| Seats | 3 |
| Wheels | 2 |
| Power Train | 2 |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages | 2 |
What owners report
WAS DRIVING CAR ON 18 JULY 2020 AND POWER STEERING QUIT WORKING AND MADE STEERING DIFFICULT, ALSO COOLANT FAN,LOW SPEED AND HIGH SPEED STOPPED WORKING SAME TIME AS POWER STEERING QUIT. THE ASC LIGHT CAME ON AND IT WILL NOT TURN OFF. NO BLOWN FUSES IN ENGINE COMPARTMENT OR BY DRIVERS KICK PANEL. I WAS DRIVING THE CAR ON A STATE ROAD WHEN THIS OCCURRED.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 MINI COOPER S. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT ATTEMPTING TO MAKE A TURN, THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL GRINDING SOUND COMING FROM THE STEERING COLUMN. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THERE WAS A POWER STEERING FLUID LEAK PRESENT. THE FAILURE WAS INTERMITTENT. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO MINI OF STEVENS CREEK LOCATED AT (4201 STEVENS CREEK BLVD, SANTA CLARA, CA 95051), AND DIAGNOSED. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE STEERING PUMP NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 156,000.
THE POWER STEERING IS VERY STIFF TO DRIVE AND CANNOT DRIVE MY COOPER BECAUSE I CAN NO LONGER STEER THE VEHICLE.
WHEN YOU TURN WHEEL LEFT OR RIGHT IT MAKES A NOISE AND IT'S VERY HARD TO TURN. SO I THINK IT'S THE STEERING: ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM. RECALL ID # 240625.
ALL MODELS FROM 2005 ONWARD HAVE BEEN RECALLED, YET EARLIER MODELS HAVE THE SAME PROBLEMS WITH NON FUNCTIONING AIRBAGS. THE AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT IS ON CONTINUALLY, AND THERE ARE KNOWN PROBLEMS WITH WIRING, PRESSURE MATS AND CONNECTORS IN THESE VEHICLES. BMW IS INTENTIONALLY IGNORING THESE ISSUE. MY OWN PERSONAL VEHICLE HAS THIS PROBLEM AND AS A GOVERNMENT MANDATED SAFETY DEVICE I BELIEVE THAT EARLIER MODELS OF MINI COOPERS SHOULD BE INCLUDED IN THE RECALL!
2004 Mini Cooper S questions
Does the 2004 Mini Cooper S have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2004 Mini Cooper S: Loss of steering assist can make steering harder at low speed; Tires:Pressure Monitoring And Regulating Systems. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2004 Mini Cooper S?
Based on 247 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Steering (215), Electrical System (19), Visibility (12).
How do I check if a recall on my 2004 Mini Cooper S 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.