2015 MINI Cooper engine problems
14 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the engine on the 2015 MINI Cooper — 25% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Lower Engine Support and Passenger Engine Mount damaged as per routine inspection by dealer in Feb2025. Never diagnosed before. Repair done by independent service center in Feb2025 and I have receipt of approximately 1K. Also, since 22feb2025, I am not able to add fuel to the tank because the pump…”
filed Feb 23, 2025
“The contact owns a 2015 Mini Cooper. The contact stated that after the vehicle was taken to a local dealer for a routine oil change, the mechanic also determined that the valve cover gasket needed to be replaced and an unknown engine software needed to be updated. The vehicle was not repaired. The…”
filed Apr 19, 2023
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% |
| 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% |
| 2006 Cooper | 10 | 5% |
| 2005 Cooper | 6 | 2% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2015 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.