2017 MINI Cooper S Problems
- Complaints
- 6filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 17,200miles, 3 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 3campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
- NHTSA crash rating
- —no overall rating published
- EPA fuel economy
- 27 mpgcombined, 2.0L 4-cyl FWD · 23 city / 33 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2017 MINI Cooper S (complaints, recalls, investigations), EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 6 consumer complaints for the 2017 MINI Cooper S. The part named most often is brakes, with 2 complaints (33% of the total), followed by engine (2) and air bags (1). 3 of the complaints include a mileage, and 67% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 17,200 miles. Of all complaints, 1 involved a crash, 1 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns and 226 technical service bulletins for this model year. Brakes complaints overlap with 1 recall campaign and 6 technical service bulletins filed under the same part. Engine complaints overlap with 16 technical service bulletins filed under the same part.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Brakes2 33%
- Engine2 33%
- Air bags1 17%
- Electrical system1 17%
- Other or unknown1 17%
Example complaints
Brakes: “I am reporting a severe safety hazard regarding unprompted, sudden, and uneven vehicle braking that occurs exclusively when the windshield wipers are turned on. While driving in wet conditions with the windshield wipers active, the vehicle intermittently and violently applies the brakes on its own without any input on the brake pedal. …”
NHTSA complaint #11766469, filed 2026-09Engine: “The contact owns a 2017 Mini Cooper S. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the engine was vibrating abnormally. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who determined that the passenger’s side engine mount needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the passenger’s side engine mount had been replaced five years ago, but the failure reoccurred. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and advised the contact to file a complaint with the NHTSA Hotline. The failure mileage was approximately 101,000.”
NHTSA complaint #11723036, filed 2026-03, 101,000 milesAir bags: “I was hit head on last night and air bags did not deploy. I had slowed to approx 10 MPH while vehicle that hit me was traveling approx 20-30mph. Vehicle the hit me was a mid 200's trail blazer.”
NHTSA complaint #11061571, filed 2018-01, 17,200 milesElectrical system: “While driving in the rain, the ABS engages, slowing the front right tire dramatically causing the car to skid and lurch to the right. After some internet research, it appears that this is not an isolated incident. Mini Cooper owners also discovered that when driving in dry conditions and the windshield wiper is turned on, the front right tire slows, causing the car to skid and lurch to the right. European Automotive verified that this was the case on my vehicle. This started without any warning and was terrifying. …”
NHTSA complaint #11615276, filed 2024-09Mileage when problems were reported
67% of the 3 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 15,000 and 101,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 2017 MINI Cooper S version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cooper S Clubman FWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | 8-speed automatic | 23 | 33 | 27 | $3,050 |
| Cooper S Clubman FWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | 6-speed manual | 22 | 31 | 25 | $3,300 |
| Cooper S Clubman All4 AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | 8-speed automatic | 22 | 31 | 26 | $3,150 |
| Cooper S Clubman All4 AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | 6-speed manual | 21 | 30 | 24 | $3,400 |
| Cooper S Convertible FWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | 6-speed automatic | 25 | 33 | 28 | $2,950 |
| Cooper S Convertible FWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | 6-speed manual | 23 | 32 | 26 | $3,150 |
| Cooper S Countryman FWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | 8-speed automatic | 23 | 32 | 27 | $3,050 |
| Cooper S Countryman All4 AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | 8-speed automatic | 22 | 31 | 26 | $3,150 |
| Cooper S Countryman All4 AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | 6-speed manual | 21 | 31 | 24 | $3,400 |
| Cooper S Hardtop 2 door FWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | 6-speed automatic | 25 | 32 | 28 | $2,950 |
| Cooper S Hardtop 2 door FWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | 6-speed manual | 23 | 32 | 26 | $3,150 |
| Cooper S Hardtop 4 door FWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | 6-speed automatic | 25 | 32 | 28 | $2,950 |
| Cooper S Hardtop 4 door FWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | 6-speed manual | 23 | 32 | 26 | $3,150 |
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.
Recalls and investigations
- 17V222000Mar 31, 2017Exterior lighting › Brake lightsCovers: MINI Cooper S 2016–2017, Cooper Convertible 2016, Cooper 2017
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2016-2017 MINI Cooper Clubman, Cooper S Clubman and JCW Clubman vehicles. When the affected vehicles are braking and the turn signals are on, the inner, bumper-mounted, brake light will go out. As such…
- 16V914000Dec 20, 2016Air bagsCovers: MINI Cooper S 2017, BMW 535I 2016–2017, MINI Cooper 2017 +14 more
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2017 BMW 640i, 640i xDrive, 650i, 650i xDrive, M6, 535i, 535i xDrive, 430i, 430i xDrive, 440i, 440i xDrive, M4, X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i, i3, i8, Rolls-Royce Dawn, Mini Clubman Cooper, Clubman…
- 16V747000Oct 17, 2016Seat belts › Front › RetractorCovers: MINI Cooper S 2016–2017, BMW X1 2016–2017, MINI Cooper Convertible 2016 +3 more
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i, MINI Hardtop 4 Door Cooper, Mini Hardtop 4 Door Cooper S, MINI Cooper Clubman, and Cooper S Clubman, 2017 Rolls-Royce Ghost, and 2016 528i vehicles. The…
Recall details for the 2017 MINI Cooper S → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 226 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 10252037Mar 4, 2024Suspension. During inspection and/or diagnosis there is noticeable dirt/grease buildup on the axles near the inner and/or outer CV boots.
- 10244507Oct 25, 2023Electrical system. MINI electrical systems have continued to develop over the past few years. As a result, the demand on the batteries has increased. Breakdowns due to an empty battery or problems in the vehicles…
- 10242535Aug 1, 2023Body and structure. ?The panoramic roof sunblind does not close, or jams while closing.
- 10242534Aug 1, 2023Other or unknown. ?BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop: REPLACE CHARGE AIR LINE.
- 10238095May 1, 2023Body and structure. Upon opening and closing the tailgate, a creaking/groaning sound can be heard from tailgate actuator.
- 10234353Mar 1, 2023Electrical system. The 3G network in the US has been shut down. This means that only the 4G network will be available. In the 4G network, voice calls will be transferred via Voice over LTE (VoLTE) function. For this…
- 10234352Mar 1, 2023Electrical system, Exterior lighting. The buttons on the gear selector switch (GWS) do not work, or the function indicator lighting has failed.
- 10233170Feb 1, 2023Electrical system, Exterior lighting. Ambient lighting changes color after the vehicle goes to sleep.
- 10228447Nov 1, 2022Electrical system. During the service life of the vehicle, the high-voltage battery may unexpectedly not provide power to the vehicle.
- 10228446Nov 1, 2022Body and structure. It is possible that the guide stem (aka rotational axis) on the wind deflector can break, upon removal and or during installation.
Other model years of the MINI Cooper S
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 5 | 4,714 | 2 | — | 30 | — | Not enough data |
| 2019 | 5 | 40,830 | 1 | — | 27 | — | Not enough data |
| 2017 | 6 | 17,200 | 3 | — | 27 | — | Not enough data |
| 2016 | 10 | 42,000 | 3 | 4 | 28 | — | Not enough data |
| 2015 | 18 | 33,810 | 4 | 4 | 28 | — | Rising |
| 2014 | 13 | 25,000 | 4 | — | 29 | — | Not enough data |
| 2013 | 24 | 49,400 | 1 | — | 29 | — | Rising |
| 2012 | 23 | 86,000 | 2 | — | 30 | — | Rising |
| 2011 | 31 | 65,008 | 3 | — | 30 | 0 · Fewer | Rising |
| 2010 | 59 | 62,635 | 4 | — | 29 | 47 · Typical | Falling |
| 2009 | 119 | 52,062 | 3 | — | 29 | 53 · Typical | Rising |
| 2008 | 168 | 53,600 | 4 | — | 29 | 72 · More | Falling |
| 2007 | 249 | 52,000 | 4 | — | 28 | Not compared (before 2008) | Rising |
| 2006 | 186 | 55,000 | 1 | — | 24 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2005 | 314 | 66,000 | 2 | — | 24 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2004 | 247 | 74,000 | 2 | — | 25 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2003 | 217 | 70,000 | 2 | — | 25 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2002 | 83 | 75,415 | 1 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Rising |
All MINI Cooper S model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2017 MINI Cooper S have?
NHTSA recorded 6 consumer complaints for the 2017 MINI Cooper S as of Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2017 MINI Cooper S is reported most often?
Brakes is named most often, in 2 complaints (33% of the total), followed by engine with 2.
Has the 2017 MINI Cooper S been recalled?
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2017 MINI Cooper S get?
The EPA rates the 2017 MINI Cooper S (Cooper S Clubman, 2.0L 4-cyl) at 27 mpg combined, 23 city and 33 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,050 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 2017 MINI Cooper S reported?
Among the 3 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 17,200 miles and the middle half falls between 15,000 and 101,000 miles; 67% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.