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Recalls & complaints · NHTSA data
2005 MINI Cooper recalls
Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2005 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.
Recall summary by component4
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Campaigns |
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| Exterior lighting | 2 |
| Steering | 1 |
| Air bags | 1 |
Safety recalls4
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Oct 15, 201515V660000 | Steering: electric power assist systemIf the vehicle experiences a loss of power steering assist, extra steering effort will be required at lower speeds, potentially increasing the risk of a vehicle crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 15V660000
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| Apr 6, 201515V205000 | Air bags: frontalAn 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,… DetailsHide details for campaign 15V205000
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| May 11, 200909E025000 | Exterior lighting: headlightsDECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH. DetailsHide details for campaign 09E025000
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| Aug 11, 200808E050000 | Exterior lighting: headlightsWITHOUT THE AMBER SIDE REFLEX REFLECTORS, THE LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY BE AFFECTED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH. DetailsHide details for campaign 08E050000
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Merged from NHTSA model names: Cooper, Cooper S, Cooper Convertible, Cooper S Convertible. Not every vehicle of a model year is affected by every campaign.
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Owner complaints by component843
NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Complaints | % |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 600 | 71 |
| Air bags | 134 | 16 |
| Electrical system | 61 | 7 |
| Power train | 50 | 6 |
| Unknown or other | 20 | 2 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 20 | 2 |
| Seats | 18 | 2 |
| Engine | 17 | 2 |
| Structure | 12 | 1 |
| Vehicle speed control | 7 | 1 |
| Service brakes | 7 | 1 |
| Suspension | 7 | 1 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 7 | 1 |
| Visibility | 5 | 1 |
| Seat belts | 5 | 1 |
15 more components with fewer complaints not shown. An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number.
Latest reports
- Steering
“The contact owns a 2005 Mini Cooper S. The contact stated while driving 10-15 MPH, the steering wheel was significantly loose and turned excessively.”
- Steering
“The contact owns a 2005 Mini Cooper S. The contact stated while driving 25 MPH, the steering wheel became difficult to maneuver. The contact stated that the vehicle had lost power steering assist.”
- Electrical system
“The contact owns a 2005 Mini Cooper. The contact stated that there was water accumulated on the passenger's side front floorboard. The contact stated that the heater was causing some undisclosed issues.”
Other MINI Cooper model years
- 20095 recalls316 complaints
- 20085 recalls300 complaints
- 20076 recalls398 complaints
- 20061 recall449 complaints
- 20052 recalls843 complaints
- 20042 recalls529 complaints
- 20032 recalls537 complaints
- 20023 recalls270 complaints
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2005 MINI Cooper recall questions
How many recalls does the 2005 MINI Cooper have?
NHTSA lists 4 safety recall campaigns for the 2005 MINI Cooper. The most recent, 15V660000 (reported October 15, 2015), concerns steering. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.
What are the 2005 MINI Cooper recalls for?
The largest group is exterior lighting, with 2 campaigns. Others: steering (1), air bags (1). Each campaign below lists the defect, the risk and the free remedy.
What is the most common complaint about the 2005 MINI Cooper?
Steering is the most-reported component, named in 600 complaints out of 843 filed with NHTSA (71%). Across all complaints, owners reported 17 crashs and 36 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How do I check if a recall is open on my 2005 MINI Cooper?
Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.