CarRecallWatchThe 2009 Mini Cooper has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 151 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 11 fires, 5 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (69 reports).
2009 Mini Cooper 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.
Most common 2009 Mini Cooper problems
Problem areas named in the 151 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Air Bags | 69 |
| Engine | 46 |
| Electrical System | 25 |
| Seat Belts | 8 |
| Unknown Or Other | 6 |
| Power Train | 5 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 5 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 4 |
| Steering | 4 |
| Seats | 4 |
What owners report
The contact owns a 2009 Mini Cooper. The contact stated that while driving approximately 65 MPH at night, the exterior lights started flickering and started to become inoperable. The contact pulled over to the side of the road, turned off the vehicle, removed the battery terminals, and performed a master reset. After the master reset, there was an abnormal clicking sound inside the vehicle. The contact restarted the vehicle and drove to the residence. After arriving to the residence, the failure reoccurred. The vehicle was parked and turned. The vehicle was then taken to a certified mechanic to be diagnosed, and it was determined that the relays inside the junction box used to control severa
The seatbelt and air bag warning light for the passenger front seat stays on.
The contact owns a 2009 Mini Cooper. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the seat belt warning light illuminated even though there was no passenger seated in the passengerâs seat. The contact stated that the warning light remained illuminated with the passengerâs seat occupied and the seat belt properly fastened. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, but was not diagnosed or repaired. The dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for further assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 92,000.
When it rains, my car seems to have a short circuit and all the electrical components start going crazy, mainly the windows, locks and indoor lights/dash. There is an active recall for the same problem and car model but mine doesn't seem to fit the recall I am not sure why.
My car has had an exterior lighting problem related to a bad FRM. This is causing my lights not to work. After seeking help, I saw that there was an actual recall on the FRM and I decided to take my car to International Mini dealership in Wisconsin. Once there, they proceeded to only fix the leak on sunroof. I then went back and explained that the leak had caused actual damage to the FRM and connectors and they told me to leave the car for another night. Next day I went to pick it up and they gave me the paperwork stating that they had replaced and reprogrammed the FRM but the problem persist. The connector on the FRM are also water corroded and they just refuse to do anything else to the ca
2009 Mini Cooper questions
Does the 2009 Mini Cooper have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2009 Mini Cooper: Corroded module may short circuit and cause fire. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2009 Mini Cooper?
Based on 151 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (69), Engine (46), Electrical System (25).
How do I check if a recall on my 2009 Mini Cooper 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.