AI Damage2016 Mini Cooper S: common problems
The maker issued 77 service bulletins for this year. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Technical service bulletins (TSB)
- 77
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 0 | 0 | 34 |
| Equipment | 0 | 0 | 32 |
| Engine and cooling | 0 | 0 | 12 |
| Structure | 0 | 0 | 10 |
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 9 |
| Powertrain | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| Fuel system | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Service brakes | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Suspension | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Exterior lighting | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Latches, locks, linkages | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Visibility | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Wheels | 0 | 0 | 2 |
Comparison
What to check before buying
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
- Engine and cooling. Radiator and fan after a frontal hit, coolant level and condition, overheating.
- Structure. Rails, pillars, panel gaps, signs of pulling or welding.
- Engine. Cold start, unusual noises, oil leaks and engine codes.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- MINI electrical systems have continued to develop over the past few years
As a result, the demand on the batteries has increased. Breakdowns due to an empty battery or problems in the vehicles electrical system can have various causes, most of which are not due to the battery itself. For…
- ?The panoramic roof sunblind does not close, or jams while closing
- ?BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop
REPLACE CHARGE AIR LINE.
- The 3G network in the US has been shut down
This means that only the 4G network will be available. In the 4G network, voice calls will be transferred via Voice over LTE (VoLTE) function. For this purpose, the SIM card must perform an IMS registration in the…
- The buttons on the gear selector switch (GWS) do not work, or the function indicator lighting has failed
- Oscillations in the electric drive can occur
As a result, the 12 V positive battery cable may rub against the battery box cover.
- Ambient lighting changes color after the vehicle goes to sleep
- During the service life of the vehicle, the high-voltage battery may unexpectedly not provide power to the…
- It is possible that the guide stem (aka rotational axis) on the wind deflector can break, upon removal and…
It is possible that the guide stem (aka rotational axis) on the wind deflector can break, upon removal and or during installation.
- During a vehicle inspection and/or while addressing a customer's concern, the engine stabilizer bar/link…
- Comfort Access Restricted Check Control Message is Displayed
- HISSING NOISE FROM SPEAKERS WHEN RADIO VOLUME IS TURNED DOWN
SOFTWARE IN HK HIFI AMPLIFIER.
NHTSA lists 77 bulletins for this year; the 12 newest are shown here.
Other years of this model
Questions and answers
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Mini Cooper S?
There are no owner complaints in the NHTSA data for this year; the data comes from 77 manufacturer service bulletins.
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2016 Mini Cooper S?
NHTSA lists 77 manufacturer service bulletins for this year. A bulletin tells dealers how to diagnose or fix a known issue; it is not a recall.
Should I buy a 2016 Mini Cooper S from a US auction?
Owner complaints describe defects, not crash damage. Before bidding, check the components listed above and review the lot photos: VinWind builds a report of visible and hidden damage by VIN.
Other 2016 models
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Sources: public NHTSA data (USA): service bulletins and owner complaints; YouTube: links to videos credited to their authors. Complaints are owner statements not verified by NHTSA, and describe defects rather than crash damage. Data updated 2026-11-04.