2001 MINI Cooper Problems
- Complaints
- 6filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 70,562miles, 4 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 0campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2001 MINI Cooper (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 6 consumer complaints for the 2001 MINI Cooper. The part named most often is transmission and drivetrain, with 3 complaints (50% of the total), followed by engine cooling (1) and latches, locks and linkages (1). 4 of the complaints include a mileage, and 25% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 70,562 miles. NHTSA lists 0 recall campaigns and 23 technical service bulletins for this model year. Transmission and drivetrain complaints overlap with 2 technical service bulletins filed under the same part. Engine cooling complaints overlap with 5 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.
- Engine cooling1 17%
- Other or unknown1 17%
- Suspension1 17%
Example complaints
Transmission and drivetrain: “On march 16th 2007 I brought my vehicle to the dealer to evaluate a faint clicking noise that I determined to be a clamp on the front differential boot hitting the suspension frame. The dealer stated there was no problem and indicated it was probably tire noise. I persisted that the noise was not normal and asked if they would put the car on the lift so I could show them the problem. The left-hand engine support bolts had apparently been backing out causing the engine to shift to the left. …”
NHTSA complaint #10186331, filed 2007-03, 80,000 milesEngine cooling: “There was a technical service bulletin issued on my bmw regarding a broken or leaking valve which could break in low temperature weather conditions. I did break down, finding myself in a smoking car, both inside and out in 6 degree weather. It has been three weeks and my car is still at the dealership. They said I have a cracked valve cover. All of the parts ordered are not in yet as of this past friday. I was told that they are waiting for the last part, a dip stick. …”
NHTSA complaint #10183427, filed 2007-02Mileage when problems were reported
25% of the 4 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 66,123 and 75,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Recalls and investigations
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2001 MINI Cooper in the data used here. A recall can apply to some vehicles of a model year and not others, so check a specific vehicle by 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. 23 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 11025847Nov 14, 2025Other or unknown. Adhesive Film Return
- 10245428Nov 2, 2023Body and structure. Cavity protection applied to underside of the hood is leaking out onto the wheel arch trim and grille.
- 10059114Jul 1, 2015Engine, Electrical system. Mini: faulty software for the tank ventilation control displays engine throttle reaction when temperature is high outside, and more obvious if the tank is only partly filled.
- 10059112Jul 1, 2015Engine, Electrical system. Mini: because of the dme software, and a damaged clutch, the drivetrain malfunction check message appear.
- 10059098Jul 1, 2015Engine, Electrical system. Mini: different faults activates engine malfunction and oil warning.
- 10059113Jun 1, 2015Electrical system, Engine. Mini: faulty software causes the check control and engine power reduced light to appear.
- 10059111Jun 1, 2015Engine, Electrical system. Mini: due to faulty dme software, the service engine lights comes on, including the check control message for motor force decrease.
- 10059094Jun 1, 2015Engine. Mini: a mechanical failure and dme software error of the vanos actuators cause the engine to run rough which activates the malfunction warning light.
- 10057570Dec 1, 2014Engine cooling. Mini: some vehicles have turbocharger noise and a lack or loss of performance, due to restriction of turbocharger oil supply, resulting in oil starvation and seizing of turbocharger assembly. Model…
- 10057710Nov 1, 2014Electrical system, Engine cooling, Steering. Mini: models r50, r52, and r53 with the electro-hydraulic power-assist steering pump and cooling fans will have an limited warranty extension to 13 years/150,000 miles.
Other model years of the MINI Cooper
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 7 | 500 | 0 | — | 31 | — | Too new |
| 2022 | 6 | 8,025 | 0 | — | 31 | — | Not enough data |
| 2021 | 7 | — | 2 | — | 30 | — | Not enough data |
| 2020 | 7 | — | 2 | — | 31 | — | Not enough data |
| 2019 | 12 | 70 | 2 | — | 30 | — | Not enough data |
| 2018 | 8 | 3,500 | 0 | — | 28 | — | Not enough data |
| 2017 | 28 | 7,972 | 3 | — | 30 | 49 · Typical | Rising |
| 2016 | 28 | 70,430 | 1 | 4 | 29 | 0 · Fewer | Rising |
| 2015 | 56 | 23,500 | 6 | 4 | 29 | 78 · More | Falling |
| 2014 | 34 | 9,000 | 7 | 4 | 30 | 82 · More | Rising |
| 2013 | 47 | 37,000 | 1 | — | 30 | 0 · Fewer | Rising |
| 2012 | 66 | 53,500 | 1 | — | 30 | 28 · Fewer | Rising |
| 2011 | 83 | 65,000 | 1 | — | 31 | 40 · Typical | Rising |
| 2010 | 92 | 51,000 | 2 | — | 31 | 63 · Typical | Rising |
| 2009 | 151 | 65,000 | 1 | — | 32 | 62 · Typical | Rising |
| 2008 | 116 | 60,000 | 1 | — | 32 | 51 · Typical | Stable |
| 2007 | 117 | 64,845 | 1 | — | 31 | Not compared (before 2008) | Rising |
| 2006 | 200 | 69,000 | 1 | — | 28 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2005 | 372 | 70,000 | 2 | — | 28 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 2004 | 282 | 72,841 | 2 | — | 28 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 2003 | 320 | 74,651 | 2 | — | 28 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2002 | 187 | 58,000 | 3 | — | 25 | Not compared (before 2008) | Rising |
| 2001 | 6 | 70,562 | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
All MINI Cooper model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2001 MINI Cooper have?
NHTSA recorded 6 consumer complaints for the 2001 MINI Cooper as of Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2001 MINI Cooper is reported most often?
Transmission and drivetrain is named most often, in 3 complaints (50% of the total), followed by engine cooling with 1.
Has the 2001 MINI Cooper been recalled?
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for this model year in the data used here. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
At what mileage are problems with the 2001 MINI Cooper reported?
Among the 4 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 70,562 miles and the middle half falls between 66,123 and 75,000 miles; 25% 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.
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.