2006 MINI Cooper engine problems
10 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the engine on the 2006 MINI Cooper — 5% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Tl* the contact owns a 2006 mini cooper. While driving 70 mph, the steering wheel became difficult to turn. The vehicle was towed to nick alexander mini (6201 alameda st, los angeles, ca 90001) where it was diagnosed that the power steering pump, alternator, and radiator cooling fan failed and…”
filed Jun 21, 2017
“Tl* the contact owns a 2006 mini cooper. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 60 mph, there was a loss of power steering. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the power steering pump was replaced however the failure recurred the next day. The vehicle was taken…”
filed May 26, 2016
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Engine problems in other Cooper years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 Cooper | 6 | 21% |
| 2016 Cooper | 10 | 36% |
| 2015 Cooper | 14 | 25% |
| 2014 Cooper | 8 | 24% |
| 2013 Cooper | 4 | 9% |
| 2012 Cooper | 17 | 26% |
| 2011 Cooper | 12 | 15% |
| 2010 Cooper | 32 | 35% |
| 2009 Cooper | 46 | 31% |
| 2008 Cooper | 43 | 37% |
| 2007 Cooper | 30 | 26% |
| 2005 Cooper | 6 | 2% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2006 MINI Cooper
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.