2010 MINI Cooper engine problems
Owners reported engine problems in 40 complaints for the 2010 MINI Cooper, 28% of the complaints on file. It is the most reported problem area for this model year.
At a glance
- Complaints
- 40 28% of this year's complaints
- Typical mileage
- 50,000 miles 24 complaints with mileage
- Crashes and fires
- 0 and 5
- Injuries and deaths
- 6 and 0
Source: NHTSA owner complaints
When engine problems show up
View the numbers
| Mileage | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 0k to 20k miles | 5 |
| 20k to 40k miles | 3 |
| 40k to 60k miles | 6 |
| 60k to 80k miles | 6 |
| 80k to 100k miles | 3 |
| 100k to 120k miles | 1 |
| 120k to 140k miles | 0 |
| 140k to 160k miles | 0 |
| 160k to 180k miles | 0 |
| 180k to 200k miles | 0 |
| 200k+ miles | 0 |
What the data shows
Of the 24 engine complaints that report mileage, the median is about 50,000 miles, and 58% were reported before 60,000 miles.
These complaints mention 5 fires, 6 injuries.
What owners wrote
I was driving the car for a 300 miles trip, never had an issue before. After stopping in san antonio the fans kept running for at least 15min. Stopped at a conveinience store and topped off coolant which wasnt missing any and checked the oil level and added one quart of oil. Taking on the trip to austin tx, the car was running fine at 70MPH when my low oil light came on. Ten seconds later pulled to the side and smoke started coming from the engine.
Purchase previously owned (by 1 owner, low mileage) 2010, mini cooper from dealership 2 years ago. Currently has only 70k miles. Last week while driving, timing chain failed subsequently causing $3100+ in estimated damages. First issue I have is how does a timing belt last only 70k miles on a supposed high-end, high-performance vehicle like mini/bmw?
Other problems reported for the 2010 MINI Cooper
- Electrical system 29 complaints
- Air bags 23 complaints