MINI Cooper S Convertible Recalls: Every NHTSA Recall by Model Year
The MINI Cooper S Convertible has 4 NHTSA safety recalls across model years 2005–2012; the most recent is 18V248000 (Apr 18, 2018) for engine & cooling, covering 2011–2012 models. The 2011 model year has the most, with 2.
Recall repairs are free at MINI dealers. This list is model-level, so it can't tell you whether your car is affected or already fixed. For that, check your VIN.
Source: NHTSA recall campaigns · Data pulled Nov 7, 2026 · By CarWhere Research
Most Cooper S Convertible recalls involve engine & cooling (2), air bags (1) and equipment (1).
MINI Cooper S Convertible recalls by model year
Campaigns that cover each model year. One campaign can cover several years, so it is counted once in every year it covers.
| Model year | Recalls | Main components | Per-year check |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 1 | engine & cooling | 2012 Cooper S Convertible recalls |
| 2011 | 2 | engine & cooling | 2011 Cooper S Convertible recalls |
| 2010 | 1 | engine & cooling | 2010 Cooper S Convertible recalls |
| 2009 | 1 | engine & cooling | 2009 Cooper S Convertible recalls |
| 2008 | 1 | air bags | 2008 Cooper S Convertible recalls |
| 2007 | 2 | air bags, equipment | 2007 Cooper S Convertible recalls |
| 2006 | 1 | air bags | 2006 Cooper S Convertible recalls |
| 2005 | 1 | air bags | 2005 Cooper S Convertible recalls |
Biggest MINI Cooper S Convertible recalls
Ranked by the number of vehicles NHTSA lists for the whole campaign. That total often includes other models.
Cooper S Convertible model years: 2005–2008
Cooper S Convertible model years: 2009–2011
Cooper S Convertible model years: 2011–2012
Cooper S Convertible model years: 2007
All 4 MINI Cooper S Convertible recalls (newest first)
Apr 18, 201818V248000Engine & cooling2011–2012
Component: Engine & cooling (engine)
Cooper S Convertible model years: 2011–2012 · about 47,806 vehicles in the whole campaign
The problem: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2011-2012 BMW 550i, 550i xDrive, 550i Gran Turismo, 550i Gran Turismo xDrive, 750i, 750Li, 750i xDrive, 750Li xDrive, 760Li, X5 xDrive50i, X5 M, X6 xDrive50i, X6 M, ActiveHybrid7, MINI Cooper S Convertible, John Cooper Works (JCW) Convertible, Cooper S Countryman, Cooper S Countryman ALL4, Cooper S, JCW, Cooper S Clubman, JCW Clubman, Cooper S Roadster, JCW Roadster, Cooper S Coupe, JCW Coupe and Rolls-Royce Ghost, 2011 BMW X6 Hybrid and 2012 BMW 650i Coupe, 650i xDrive Coupe, 650i Convertible and 650i xDrive Convertible vehicles. The electric auxiliary water pump may fail and cause the circuit board to overheat.
The risk: If the circuit board were to overheat, it can increase the risk of a fire.
The fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the electric auxiliary water pump, free of charge. Depending on the model, there are currently limited parts available, however not all parts are available at this time. Owners will be notified of the recall beginning June 11, 2018, and will receive a second notification when remedy parts become available. Owners may contact BMW customer service at BMW 1-800-525-7417, MINI at 1-866-825-1525, or Rolls-Royce at 1-877-877-3735. Note: BMW recommends that owners park their vehicle outdoors until the recall remedy has been performed.
Apr 6, 201515V205000Air bags2005–2008
Component: Air bags (frontal)
Cooper S Convertible model years: 2005–2008 · about 91,800 vehicles in the whole campaign
The problem: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2005-2006 MINI Cooper and Cooper S vehicles manufactured January 5, 2005, to November 28, 2006, and 2005-2008 MINI Cooper Convertible and Cooper S Convertible vehicles manufactured January 5, 2005, to July 31, 2008. Due to manufacturing, installation, and exposure issues, the front passenger seat occupant detection mat may not function properly and, as a result, the front passenger air bag may not deploy in a crash.
The risk: An improperly functioning mat may cause the passenger frontal air bag to be inactive when the seat is occupied, and in the event of a crash, the air bag will not deploy, increasing the passenger's risk of injury.
The fix: MINI will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger seat occupant detection mat, free of charge. The recall began on October 12, 2015. Owners may contact MINI customer service at 1-866-825-1525.
Jan 11, 201212V008000Engine & cooling2009–2011
Component: Engine & cooling (engine, gasoline, turbo/supercharger)
Cooper S Convertible model years: 2009–2011 · about 90,368 vehicles in the whole campaign
The problem: BMW IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2007-2011 MINI COOPER S, 2008-2011 MINI COOPER S CLUBMAN, 2009-2011 MINI COOPER S CONVERTIBLE, 2009-2011 MINI COOPER JCW, 2009-2011 MINI COOPER JCW CLUBMAN, 2009-2011 COOPER JCW CONVERTIBLE, AND 2011 COOPER S COUNTRYMAN PASSENGER CARS MANUFACTURED FROM NOVEMBER 14, 2006, THROUGH JANUARY 18, 2011. THE ELECTRIC AUXILIARY WATER PUMP THAT COOLS THE TURBOCHARGER HAS AN ELECTRONIC CIRCUIT BOARD THAT CAN MALFUNCTION AND OVERHEAT.
The risk: THE CIRCUIT BOARD MAY SMOLDER WHICH COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE FIRE.
The fix: BMW WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE WATER PUMP FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGANDURING FEBRUARY 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BMW AT 1-866-275-6464.
Nov 20, 200707V533000Equipment2007
Component: Equipment (other, labels)
Cooper S Convertible model years: 2007 · about 320 vehicles in the whole campaign
The problem: CERTAIN CONVERTIBLE VEHICLES FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110, 'TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS.' THE STANDARD REQUIRES THAT THE TIRE SIZE AND CORRESPONDING TIRE PRESSURE BE INDICATED ON THE LABEL AND THE LABEL DOES NOT CORRESPOND TO THE ACTUAL TIRES MOUNTED ON THE VEHICLE.
The risk: INCORRECT TIRE PRESSURE CAN CAUSE PREMATURE WEAR AND TIRE DAMAGE WHICH COULD LEAD TO UNFAVORABLE DRIVING CONDITIONS INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
The fix: OWNERS WILL BE PROVIDED WITH NEW TIRE INFORMATION PLACARDS AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS. AT THE CUSTOMER'S OPTION, A DEALER CAN INSTALL THE LABEL FOR THEM. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 16, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MINI AT 1-866-275-6464.
How to check if your Cooper S Convertible has an open recall
- Find the 17-character VIN on the driver-side dashboard (visible through the windshield), the door-jamb sticker, or your registration.
- Enter it in the free VIN recall check. It queries NHTSA for your exact vehicle, not just the model.
- If a recall is open, call any MINI dealer's service department to book the free repair. Bring the recall number from the list above.
- Buying used? Ask the seller for the dealer's recall-completion printout before you pay.
Or browse by year, for example the 2012 MINI Cooper S Convertible recall check.
Recalls are only part of the picture. Owner complaints show which years have the most problems: MINI Cooper S Convertible years to avoid.
Frequently asked questions
How many recalls does the MINI Cooper S Convertible have?
4 NHTSA safety recall campaigns cover the MINI Cooper S Convertible across model years 2005–2012. A single campaign often spans several model years, so the per-year counts in the table add up to more than 4. The 2011 model year has the most, with 2.
What is the latest MINI Cooper S Convertible recall?
18V248000, filed with NHTSA on Apr 18, 2018: engine & cooling (engine), covering 2011–2012 Cooper S Convertible models. The fix is free at MINI dealers.
What is the biggest MINI Cooper S Convertible recall?
By vehicles covered, 15V205000 (Apr 6, 2015), a air bags campaign covering about 91,800 vehicles in total. That count is for the whole campaign, which can include other models besides the Cooper S Convertible.
How do I check if my MINI Cooper S Convertible has an open recall?
Run your 17-character VIN through a VIN recall check. A model-level list can't tell you whether your car was built in the affected range or has already been repaired. Any MINI dealer can also look up the VIN and do the repair.
Are MINI recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety-recall repairs are done free at franchised MINI dealers, whether or not the warranty has expired and wherever you bought the car. Manufacturers must offer a free remedy for vehicles up to 15 years old at the time the recall is filed, and many still repair older ones.
Sources and method
- NHTSA recalls database: every campaign for the MINI COOPER S CONVERTIBLE, queried by model year through NHTSA's public recalls API (api.nhtsa.gov).
- Affected-vehicle counts are NHTSA's "potential units affected" for the whole campaign, which can include other models.
- Campaigns filed under a separate NHTSA model name (for example a hybrid or heavy-duty variant) are not included here.
- Data pulled Nov 7, 2026. Problem, risk and fix text is NHTSA's own campaign wording.