CarRecallWatchThe 2009 Mini Cooper S has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 119 complaints with NHTSA, including 2 crashes, 4 fires, 1 injury.
The most-reported problem area is Engine (65 reports).
2009 Mini Cooper S recalls
Corroded module may short circuit and cause fire
An electronic control module in the driver's side footwell area can short-circuit after corrosion from water and road salt builds up.
Electric water pump can overheat and cause a fire
The electric auxiliary water pump in these vehicles may fail, causing its circuit board to overheat.
Most common 2009 Mini Cooper S problems
Problem areas named in the 119 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine | 65 |
| Air Bags | 19 |
| Power Train | 16 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 15 |
| Electrical System | 13 |
| Seat Belts | 4 |
| Seats | 4 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 3 |
| Unknown Or Other | 3 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 |
What owners report
The contact owns a 2009 Mini Cooper S. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V337000 (Electrical System) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
The contact owns a 2009 Mini Cooper S. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V337000 (Electrical System) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was contacted. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
The contact owns a 2009 Mini Cooper S. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V337000 (Electrical System) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that while her husband was driving at an undisclosed speed, the interior lights and exterior lights were turning bright and dim intermittently. Several unknown warning lights were illuminated. The contact stated that the failure recurred while driving. The local dealer was contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The fa
The contact owns a 2009 Mini Cooper S. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V337000 (Electrical System) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
The contact owns a 2009 Mini Cooper S. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V337000 (Electrical System) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
2009 Mini Cooper S questions
Does the 2009 Mini Cooper S have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2009 Mini Cooper S: Corroded module may short circuit and cause fire; Electric water pump can overheat and cause a fire; Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline:Turbo/Supercharger. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2009 Mini Cooper S?
Based on 119 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine (65), Air Bags (19), Power Train (16).
How do I check if a recall on my 2009 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.