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WMWSU3C51DT••••••2013 Mini COOPER
This build draws 2.7× more complaints than the average 2013 Mini COOPER build (6 vs 2).
6on this build
44on the model
20builds in total
Most reportedElectrical System 2Air Bags 2Structure 1Fuel/propulsion System 1
What owners of this build wrote
Electrical SystemMar 2024
The contact owns a 2013 Mini Cooper. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V337000 (Electrical System) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for…
Unknown Or OtherJul 2023
In July 2023, a recall letter I received from MINI states a defective Footwell Control Module “could potentially result in a short circuit, resulting in a potential thermal event which could increase the risk of a fire or injury.” It also states “a remedy is currently being…
Air BagsJun 2019
Takata recall: the warning light is always on the past 6 months saying my airbag on passenger side is not operational. Mini dealers want to charge me $145 plus to check if the airbag is defective. Don't they have to check this at no charge for me? I am very concerned for my…
StructureFeb 2018
The sunroof spontaneously shattered. There was no accident, there was no event, there was nothing to cause this to occur. It had been parked overnight in an open area, as it was being driven on the onramp when it sounded like a window was open, then on the highway it sounded…
Air BagsDec 2018
I took my car in for servicing for an oil change and because the passenger airbag warning was displayed. Technician said the passenger seat occupancy has a sensor fault. No guarantee the airbag would inflate in an accident. $1123 plus tax to replace. Is there a recall notice on…
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN WMWSU3C51DT689859 · decoded Sep 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.