2007 MINI Cooper S vs 2007 Porsche 911 GT3
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2007 MINI Cooper S | 2007 Porsche 911 GT3 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 249 | 24 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 114 | 348 |
| Investigations | 3 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 2 | 0 |
| Fire reports | 14 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 26–28 | 18 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 52,000 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | MINI Cooper S | Porsche 911 GT3 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 94 | 20 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 79 | 4 |
| Air Bags | 28 | 0 |
| Power Train | 26 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 13 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 8 | 0 |
| Steering | 7 | 1 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 7 | 0 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Clunking / rattling | 47 | 0 |
| Stalling | 28 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 19 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 12 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 8 | 0 |
| Overheating | 5 | 6 |
2007 MINI Cooper S
2007 Porsche 911 GT3
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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.