This data is from the NHTSA — the US gov't agency tasked with vehicle safety. Complaints are spread across multiple & redundant categories, & are not organized by problem.
So how do you find out what problems are occurring? For this NHTSA complaint data, the only way is to read through the comments below. Any duplicates or errors? It's not us.
Timinig chain tensioner had a washer stripped, oil was leaking all of ther engine and it was down to less than a quart. It's a known issue with MINIcoopers all over the internet where a $10 part, if not caught causes major engine repairs, or worse, engine replacement. MINIcooper dealer wont fix it for free even though it's touted "maintenance free" chain belt. Vehicle only has 22,365 miles on it.
The contact owns a 2011 MINICooper S. while driving 35 mph, the vehicle violently shook, overheated, and an unknown warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the water pump was leaking. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 48,000. The VIN was not available.
Car severely overheated. Melted coolant system manifold and hosing pipe. Repair cost $1,100+. days later crack in water pump grew. Immediate car malfunction occurred resulting in towing the car to mt laurel MINITheir assessment was that coolant was found on the dipstick of the engine oil. Recommended a new engine. Currently fighting to have company cover all costs and damages.
MINICooper 2011 overheated and blew off radiator hoses while driving on fwy- engine damage and head replacement.. dealer is saying bottom radiator hose must have come off and leaked coolant. Just had it serviced.
Premature high pressure fuel pump failure may lead to loss in power, furthering the potential for a wreck. Engine enters "limp home" mode, which reduces power considerably and makes acceleration much slower than normal. Check engine light comes on, several obd-II diagnostics codes appear.
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- Oak Ridge, TN, USA