2007 MINI Cooper Convertible recalls and problems

The 2007 MINI Cooper Convertible has 2 safety recalls and 7 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any MINI dealer.

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Recalls may cover only some 2007 MINI Cooper Convertible vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2007 MINI Cooper Convertible recalls

Recall 15V-205: Air Bags

Reported Apr 6, 2015 · 91,800 vehicles affected · BMW of North America, LLC

Problem: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2005-2006 MINI Cooper and Cooper S vehicles manufactured January 5, 2005, to November 28, 2006, and 2005-2008 MINI Cooper Convertible and Cooper S Convertible vehicles manufactured January 5, 2005, to July 31, 2008. Due to manufacturing, installation, and exposure issues, the front passenger seat occupant detection mat may not function properly and, as a result, the front passenger air bag may not deploy in a crash.

Risk: An 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, increasing the passenger's risk of injury.

Fix: MINI will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger seat occupant detection mat, free of charge. The recall began on October 12, 2015. Owners may contact MINI customer service at 1-866-825-1525.

Recall 07V-533: Equipment

Reported Nov 20, 2007 · 320 vehicles affected · BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC

Problem: Certain convertible vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 110, 'tire selection and rims.' the standard requires that the tire size and corresponding tire pressure be indicated on the label and the label does not correspond to the actual tires mounted on the vehicle.

Risk: Incorrect tire pressure can cause premature wear and tire damage which could lead to unfavorable driving conditions increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Owners will be provided with new tire information placards and installation instructions. At the customer's option, a dealer can install the label for them. The recall began on january 16, 2008. Owners may contact mini at 1-866-275-6464.

2007 MINI Cooper Convertible problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Air Bags	4
Power Train	1
Electrical System	1
Engine	1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 72,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2007 MINI Cooper Convertible complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Engine · at 72,000 miles · reported Dec 7, 2017

The contact owns a 2007 mini cooper convertible. While parked in a parking lot, the vehicle caught fire. The contact stated that the front end sustained fire damage. Prior to the fire, there were no warning indicators illuminated. The fire department was notified and extinguished the fire. A police report was filed. There were no injuries. The vehicle was towed to a tow lot. The vehicle was not inspected by an independent mechanic, dealer, or insurance company to determine the cause of the fire. The manufacturer was not notified. The approximate failure mileage was 72,000.

Electrical System · at 92,000 miles · reported Aug 28, 2014

The contact owns a 2007 mini cooper convertible. While driving at an unknown speed, the instrument panel malfunctioned and the gauges displayed inaccurate readings. The dealer stated that the circuit board connection malfunctioned, but it did not need to be replaced. The manufacturer was not notified. The approximate failure mileage was 92,000...updated 11/03/14 updated 4/28/2015

Air Bags · at 50,150 miles · reported Jun 1, 2014

The passenger seat air bag sensor turns off the air bags because of a defective mat sensor in the passenger seat. This is a safety issue because the air bags will not deploy with a passenger. Mini has a very expensive fix to replace the sensor at about $1200. Hundreds of mini owners complain about this problem and mini will not fix it. Bmw issued a recall for the same part.

Air Bags · at 76,000 miles · reported May 30, 2014

The air bag light comes on and the passenger air bag light is also on even if there is a passenger seating. This is a defective part (Possibly the airbag weight sensor) its just a matter of time before someone is seriously hurt or killed if the airbags do not deploy. A recall was issued for the same problem for the 02-06 models and this recall should be extended for later models.

Air Bags · at 84,300 miles · reported Jul 12, 2013

The air bag light is on and the passenger air bag is off light is also on even if there is a passenger seating. Based on the number of complaints here for the same issue, it looks like this is a defective part. This is a major safety issue where the airbag might or might not deploy in case of an accident. The dealer wants $1,200 to get this fixed.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2007 MINI Cooper Convertible have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2007 MINI Cooper Convertible: 15V-205 (air bags), 07V-533 (equipment). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2007 MINI Cooper Convertible?

Owners report air bags problems most often (4 reports), followed by power train (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 72,000 miles.

Are MINI recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized MINI dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.