Most common 2019 Mini Cooper problems
Share of the 12 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Mini Cooper complaints by model year
Best Cooper years: 2018, 2020, 2024. Years to avoid: 2005, 2004, 2003, 2006, 2002. Compare all years →
2019 Mini Cooper recalls (2)
Steering › Linkages › Tie rod assembly
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018-2019 BMW X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i, 2019 X2 xDrive28i, MINI Cooper S Convertible, Countryman, and John Cooper Works Countryman vehicles.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles and replace the tie rods and ball joints as necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 11, 2019.
Engine and engine cooling › Engine
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 BMW 540d xDrive vehicles. The crankshaft sensor may be equipped with incorrect firmware, preventing the sensor from properly processing input from the crankshaft reluctor ring, possibly resulting in a vehicle stall.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the crankshaft sensor, free of charge. The recall began September 6, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
What 2019 Mini Cooper owners say
Steering
I am writing regarding the failure of the steering column on my 2019 Mini Cooper Hardtop. The incident occurred on December 31, 2022. I drove my car to a residential location in Seattle, parked and locked the vehicle. When I returned to my car and started it up to move it, I realized I had no control of the car because the steering wheel was spinning uncontrollably. When the car was towed to Seattle Mini, the AAA tow truck driver and the dealership service department personnel receiving the car said they had seen nothing like this before. Seattle Mini takes the position that the steering column was forcibly broken due to an accident which is not the case. I'm very concerned about the safety of this vehicle and not comfortable with Seattle Mini's theory as to the cause of the failure since no accident or "great force" event occurred as described in the service department video. …
Car sent a message about vehicle stabilization initiation in the middle of the road. I could barely turn the steering wheel and change the lane. Authorized dealer service center tells me it's a click and drive wiring malfunction issue. I was on the way to the airport via toll road and highway. Continue to drive with the stabilization in progress could caused me an accident for not being able to move the wheel smoothly.
2019 Mini Cooper engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5L 3-cyl turbo | 6-speed manual | FWD | 28 / 38 / 32 |
| 1.5L 3-cyl turbo | 6-speed automatic | FWD | 27 / 35 / 30 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | 6-speed automatic | FWD | 25 / 33 / 28 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | 6-speed manual | FWD | 23 / 32 / 26 |
EPA ratings. Class: Subcompact car.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2019 Mini Cooper a good car?
Based on 12 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2019 Cooper rates better than average: 66% fewer complaints than a typical year of the Cooper at the same age. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 2019 Mini Cooper?
The steering — 4 complaints, 33% of all complaints for this model year. Next are the stability & traction control (2) and transmission & drivetrain (2).
How many recalls does the 2019 Mini Cooper have?
There are 2 recalls for the 2019 Mini Cooper, the most recent from August 14, 2019 (tie rod assembly). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Mini Cooper?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2018, 2020 and 2024. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2005, 2004, 2003, 2006 and 2002. See the full Mini Cooper years comparison.
At what mileage do 2019 Mini Cooper problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 0 miles; 100% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.