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2013 Mini Cooper. Advanced data.
The raw numbers: engines, recall campaign numbers, failure mileage and manufacturer communications.
Failure mileage by system
Half of owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 21,000 and 37,500 miles. Median 32,000, from 12 complaints with a mileage.
Mileage owners typed into their NHTSA complaint, all complaints for this model year. People report some problems late, so read it as a range.
Complaints by system
| System | Share of complaints |
|---|---|
| Electrical | 23% |
| Airbags | 23% |
| Speed control | 15% |
| Engine | 15% |
| Visibility | 8% |
One complaint can name more than one system, so shares can add to more than 100%.
Severity, all complaints
| Total | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths | Tows |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
As reported by owners to NHTSA. Not verified.
Recall campaigns 1
23V337000 May 2023 Electrical System
Defect. BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2008-2014 MINI Clubman Cooper, Clubman Cooper S, Clubman John Cooper Works, and 2007-2013 MINI Hardtop 2-Door Cooper, Cooper S, and John Cooper Works vehicles sold, or ever registered, in Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Dakota, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, Washington D.C., and Wisconsin. The electronic control module
Risk. An electrical short-circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy. Dealers will inspect the sunroof drains, interior footwell area, and FRM and, depending upon the results of the inspection, certain components will be replaced. Owner notification letters were mailed May 13, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-866-825-1525.
Manufacturer communications 157
Mini filed 157 service communications for this car with NHTSA.
- Discharged Battery: Energy Diagnosis Must Be Performed
- N16 and N18 Engine Oil Leak
- Battery Charge Condition Not Available in Energy Diagnosis
Crash ratings by version
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mini Cooper Clubman SW FWD | not rated | not rated | not rated | not rated |
| Mini Cooper Convertible C FWD | not rated | not rated | not rated | ★★★★★ |
Safety equipment
| Electronic stability | Forward collision warning | Lane departure warning |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | No | No |
Engines and drivetrains 4
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / hwy / combined | Fuel | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6L 4-cyl | Manual 6-spd | FWD | 29 / 36 / 32 | Premium | $2,400 |
| 1.6L 4-cyl | Auto (S6) | FWD | 27 / 35 / 30 | Premium | $2,600 |
| 1.6L 4-cyl turbo | Auto (S6) | FWD | 26 / 34 / 29 | Premium | $2,650 |
| 1.6L 4-cyl turbo | Manual 6-spd | FWD | 26 / 34 / 29 | Premium | $2,650 |
EPA test versions for this model year. Fuel cost is the EPA's current estimate, not the price in that year.
YouTube repair topics
199 videos about the 2007–2013 Mini Cooper, 33.6M views.
| Topic | Videos | Views |
|---|---|---|
| Timing chain & engine | 7 | 1.1M |
| Infotainment, battery & electrical | 7 | 1.0M |
| Intake, EGR & engine sensors | 7 | 950K |
| Oil leaks & gaskets | 4 | 760K |
| Cooling system | 4 | 646K |
| Fuel pump, filter & tank | 3 | 639K |
| Windows, doors & mirrors | 2 | 434K |
| Oil changes & service | 2 | 413K |
Nearby model years
Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer communications; EPA fuel economy data; YouTube video titles. Complaints are owner reports, not proof of a defect.
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