2006 MINI Cooper vs 2006 MINI Cooper Convertible
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2006 MINI Cooper | 2006 MINI Cooper Convertible |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 200 | 27 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 42 | 20 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 9 | 0 |
| Fire reports | 8 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 24–28 | 25–27 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 69,000 mi | 71,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | MINI Cooper | MINI Cooper Convertible |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 111 | 14 |
| Steering | 53 | 10 |
| Power Train | 20 | 3 |
| Seats | 13 | 5 |
| Electrical System | 10 | 5 |
| Engine | 10 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 9 | 1 |
| Seat Belts | 5 | 0 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Airbag warning light | 58 | 6 |
| Steering problems | 8 | 0 |
| Stalling | 7 | 0 |
2006 MINI Cooper
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.