Does the 2017 MINI Cooper have recalls?

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 2017 MINI Cooper, including Exterior Lighting › Brake Lights; Air Bags; Seat Belts › Front › Retractor. Recalls are matched by model year, so check your exact VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

What are the most common 2017 MINI Cooper problems?

Owners filed 18 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are exterior lighting (5), power train (4), electrical system (3), structure (2).

How much does a 2017 MINI Cooper cost to own for 5 years?

About $36,610 over 5 years ($610/month) at an estimated $9,000 purchase price and 12,000 miles a year, including depreciation, insurance, fuel, maintenance, repairs, loan interest and taxes. Run a VIN report to personalize it.

2017 MINI Cooper

The 2017 MINI Cooper earns a fair Throttlebook Ownership Score of 66/100. Expect about $36,610 to own it for five years, or $610 a month. NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns that may apply, so check the exact VIN at nhtsa.gov before you buy. Owners have filed 18 complaints.

Recalls: 3
Complaints: 18
5-yr cost: $37k
MPG (EPA): 28

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3 recalls may apply

For the 2017 MINI Cooper. NHTSA matches recalls by model and year — confirm by VIN.

What's wrong: 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, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk: If the brake light does not illuminate when a turn signal is activated, other drivers may be confused, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: MINI will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the vehicle to correct the brake lighting, free of charge. The recall began May 22, 2017. Owners may contact MINI customer service at 1-866-825-1525.

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5-year cost to own

Estimated $9,000 price, 20% down, 11.19% APR for 60 months (Experian avg.), 12,000 mi/yr.

$36,610

$610/month · $0.61/mile

Depreciation	$2,184
Insurance (national avg.)	$12,000
Fuel / charging	$7,180
Maintenance	$7,180
Repairs	$4,000
Loan interest	$2,526
Taxes & fees	$1,540

Estimate, not financial advice. How we calculate.

Owner complaints & safety

What real owners reported to NHTSA for this model year.

18 complaints4 involved a crash

Exterior Lighting5
Power Train4
Electrical System3
Structure2
Engine2
Air Bags2

Complaint counts scale with how many were sold; compare against similar models.

NHTSA crash-test stars

Overall: Not rated
Frontal: Not rated
Side: Not rated
Rollover: Not rated

What to check on a used 2017 MINI Cooper

Ordered by what owners of this model year reported most. Reports are not proof of a defect.

Electrical and lights
- Test every window, lock, light and wiper.
- Watch for warning lights that stay on after start-up.
Engine and transmission
- Cold start: listen for knocking, ticking or rough running.
- Shifts should be smooth with no slipping or jerking.
Airbags
- The airbag light should come on at start-up and then go out.
- Ask for proof that any airbag recalls were completed.

If anything in a safety area feels wrong (brakes, steering, airbags, tires), stop driving and get it inspected before you buy or drive it further. Paste a VIN above for the full printable checklist.

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FAQ

Is the 2017 MINI Cooper a good car to buy?: The 2017 MINI Cooper earns a fair Throttlebook Ownership Score of 66/100. Expect about $36,610 to own it for five years, or $610 a month. NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns that may apply, so check the exact VIN at nhtsa.gov before you buy. Owners have filed 18 complaints.
Does the 2017 MINI Cooper have recalls?: NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 2017 MINI Cooper, including Exterior Lighting › Brake Lights; Air Bags; Seat Belts › Front › Retractor. Recalls are matched by model year, so check your exact VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
What are the most common 2017 MINI Cooper problems?: Owners filed 18 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are exterior lighting (5), power train (4), electrical system (3), structure (2).
How much does a 2017 MINI Cooper cost to own for 5 years?: About $36,610 over 5 years ($610/month) at an estimated $9,000 purchase price and 12,000 miles a year, including depreciation, insurance, fuel, maintenance, repairs, loan interest and taxes. Run a VIN report to personalize it.

Sources: NHTSA recalls, complaints and NCAP ratings; EPA fueleconomy.gov. Data refreshed weekly. Complaint counts scale with sales volume.