118 recalls across 24 models
Mini has 15 models with recall activity in our database, spanning 2002 through 2026. Across those models, 65 recall campaigns are recorded, with 74% falling into the Critical or High tiers under the severity rating system, which covers defects involving loss of vehicle control, fire risk, and serious injury potential. The Cooper carries the highest recall count in the lineup at 25 campaigns, followed by the Cooper S at 8 and the Cooper SE at 5. Critical and High recalls together account for nearly three quarters of all recorded campaigns, with Medium and Low tier issues making up most of the remainder.
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Top 8 of 17 categories across MINI
| Component | Recalls | Share | Critical | High | Medium | Low | Informational |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Airbags | 21 | 18% | 0 | 21 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 16 | 14% | 0 | 16 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 15 | 13% | 11 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Engine | 13 | 11% | 8 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Body & Latches | 10 | 8% | 0 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 7 | 6% | 3 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 4 | 3% | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Powertrain | 3 | 3% | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 29 | 25% | 11 | 3 | 3 | 11 | 1 |
Component categories are grouped from raw recall data and may not match manufacturer terminology exactly.