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Mini Convertible Problems, Recalls and Owner Complaints by Model Year
Across 6 model years, NHTSA lists 1 recall and 281 owner complaints for the Mini Convertible. Newest model year first. Data as of October 25, 2026.
Mini Convertible by model year
| Model year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 Mini Convertible | 0 | 7 | |
| 2017 Mini Convertible | 0 | 10 | |
| 2015 Mini Convertible | 0 | 53 | |
| 2014 Mini Convertible | 0 | 47 | |
| 2013 Mini Convertible | 0 | 71 | |
| 2012 Mini Convertible | 1 | 93 |
Model years with no recall and fewer than three complaints are not listed. Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. All Mini models.
Mini Convertible: questions owners ask
Which Mini Convertible year has the most problems?
By owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the Mini Convertible model years with the most are the 2012 (93), 2013 (71) and 2015 (53). Newer model years have had less time on the road, so their counts are naturally lower; compare years of a similar age.
Which Mini Convertible years have the fewest complaints?
Leaving out the newest model years (too new to compare), the fewest owner complaints were filed for the 2021 (7), 2017 (10) and 2014 (47), out of 6 model years from 2012 to 2021. A low count can also mean that year sold fewer cars.
How many recalls does the Mini Convertible have?
NHTSA lists recalls for 1 Mini Convertible model years, 1 in total when counted per model year (one recall often covers several years). The years with the most are the 2012 (1), 2013 (0) and 2014 (0). Check a specific car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Which Mini Convertible years have the most airbag complaints?
16 owner complaints across 2 Mini Convertible model years describe airbag warning lights or airbag faults. The most were filed for the 2012 (8) and 2013 (8) model years. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Mini Convertible years have the most stalling complaints?
15 owner complaints across 3 Mini Convertible model years describe the engine stalling, losing power or shutting off while driving. The most were filed for the 2012 (6), 2014 (6) and 2013 (3) model years. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Mini Convertible years have the most check engine light complaints?
11 owner complaints across 3 Mini Convertible model years describe the check engine light coming on. The most were filed for the 2012 (4), 2013 (4) and 2015 (3) model years. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
How often does the Mini Convertible fail its MOT?
In 2023 UK MOT tests, the Mini Convertible's first-time failure rate ranged from 17.5% for cars first registered in 2018 to 30.8% for 2011, across 4 registration years with at least 100 tests. Older cars fail more often. The most common failure areas were lights and electrics, tyres, brakes. Source: DVSA anonymised MOT results.