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MINI Convertible Recalls — All NHTSA Recall Campaigns

4 recall campaigns on record across 4 model years of the MINI Convertible. Data sourced directly from NHTSA and updated daily.

Check Your Specific VIN — FreeAll MINI Recalls
4
Recall Campaigns
113
Owner Complaints
2
Reported Injuries
0
Reported Deaths
4 affected model years2 crash-involved complaintsMost recalled year: 2005

Affected Model Years

20251R · 3C20091R · 14C20071R · 3C20051R · 57C

R = recalls · C = complaints. Click a year to see the full problems report.

Recall Breakdown by Component Category

Other2 campaigns (50%)
Airbag1 campaign (25%)
Seat/Restraints1 campaign (25%)

Most Common Owner Complaint Areas — MINI Convertible

STEERING
44
AIR BAGS
16
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
10
POWER TRAIN
5
SEATS
5
ENGINE
5
STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:PUMP
3
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
3
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
3
STRUCTURE
2

Based on 113 owner complaints filed with NHTSA across all model years. 2 injuries reported.

All MINI Convertible Recall Campaigns

#15V2050002005 MINI ConvertibleAirbag
Issued: Jun 4, 2015

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

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 manufacturin…

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 ris…

Remedy: 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…

#07V5330002007 MINI ConvertibleOther
Issued: Invalid Date

EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

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 MOUNT…

Risk: INCORRECT TIRE PRESSURE CAN CAUSE PREMATURE WEAR AND TIRE DAMAGE WHICH COULD LEAD TO UNFAVORABLE DRIVING CONDITIONS INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Remedy: 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. OW…

#09V1430002009 MINI ConvertibleOther
Issued: Invalid Date

TIRES

BMW IS RECALLING 12 MY 2009 MINI COOPER CONVERTIBLE VEHICLES. THESE VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS." THE AFFECTED VEHICLES WERE DELIVERED WITH 15-INCH WHEELS INSTEAD OF 16-INCH WHEELS AS INTENDED, AND THE TIR…

Risk: THE WHEELS ON THE VEHICLE DO NOT CONFORM TO THE TIRE LABEL AS REQUIRED.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE 15 INCH WHEELS WITH 16-INCH WHEELS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING MAY 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BMW AT 1-866-646-4772.

#25V6160002025 MINI ConvertibleSeat/Restraints
Issued: Invalid Date

SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR

BMW of North America, LLC is recalling certain 2025-2026 X1 and X2, MINI Cooper Convertible, MINI Cooper, Mini Countryman S ALL4, and 2025 MINI Countryman SE ALL4 vehicles. The torsion bar in both front seat belt retractors may have been damaged during production.

Risk: A damaged seat belt retractor may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy: Dealers will replace both front seat belt retractors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 13, 2025. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicle Iden…

Recalls by Component

1Airbag Recalls

#15V205000MY 2005

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

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 C…

MINI Convertible Recall — Frequently Asked Questions

How many recalls does the MINI Convertible have?
The MINI Convertible has 4 recall campaigns in the NHTSA database, spanning model years 2005 through 2025.
Is my Convertible under recall?
Recall applicability depends on your specific VIN — not just the model year. Some recalls cover only certain production date ranges or trim levels. Enter your 17-digit VIN at VinCheckEngine or NHTSA.gov for an exact answer.
What is the most recalled Convertible year?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2005 MINI Convertible has the highest recall campaign count (1 campaigns). However, the total count of campaigns is not the same as the number of defects — some campaigns are issued as expansions of earlier recalls.
Does a Convertible recall mean my car is unsafe to drive?
Not necessarily. Recalls range from critical safety hazards — where NHTSA advises against driving — to minor inconveniences like a label error. Check the consequence field of each recall to understand the severity. If your specific VIN is subject to an open recall, contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Who pays for recall repairs on a Convertible?
The manufacturer is legally required to pay for all recall repairs under the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act. Recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer, regardless of whether you are the original owner or whether the vehicle is out of warranty.

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