2012 Mini cooper hardtop
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2012 Mini cooper hardtop is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 9 on record.
2012 Mini cooper hardtop at a glance
Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.
2012 Mini cooper hardtop recalls 0
No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2012 Mini cooper hardtop.
Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.
2012 Mini cooper hardtop common problems
The most-reported problem areas across all 73 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
2012 Mini cooper hardtop safety ratings
Rollover risk: 10.1% — NHTSA's estimated chance of rollover in a single-vehicle crash (dynamic test: no tip).
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2012 Mini Cooper Hardtop 3 HB FWD. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.
What's a 2012 Mini cooper hardtop worth?
Investigations & service bulletins
Manufacturer service bulletins 157
Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 157.
While performing a 12-Volt battery jump start, disconnect, or replacement, vehicle test, and/or programmingprocedure- the MINI Footwell Module (FRM) may become unresponsive. As a result, one or more of the following vehicle electric system-related issues may o…
Bulletin M610226 · Electrical System · Sep 2026The Footwell Module (FRM) limited warranty for defects in materials and / or workmanship has been supplementarily increased to 15 years / 186,000 miles as determined from the original first in-service / delivery date.
Bulletin M010616 · Electrical System · May 2026While performing a 12-Volt battery jump start, disconnect, or replacement, vehicle test, and/or programming procedure- the MINI Footwell Module (FRM) may become unresponsive. As a result, one or more of the following vehicle electric system-related issues may…
Bulletin M610226 · Electrical System · Apr 2026The Footwell Module (FRM) limited warranty for defects in materials and / or workmanship has been supplementarily increased to 15 years / 186,000 miles as determined from the original first in-service / delivery date.
Bulletin M010616 · Electrical System · Mar 2025The Footwell Module (FRM) limited warranty for defects in materials and / or workmanship has been supplementarily increased to 15 years / 240,000 miles as determined from the original first in-service / delivery date.
Bulletin M010616 · Electrical System, Structure · Feb 2025Hot-Film Air Mass Meter Return
Bulletin M060424 · Engine · May 2024Cavity protection applied to underside of the hood is leaking out onto the wheel arch trim and grille.
Bulletin M511616 · Structure · Nov 2023MINI 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 d…
Bulletin M610607 · Electrical System · Oct 2023New RDC wheel electronics will be introduced with future generation MINI models. The new wheel electronics are identified as Huf Generation 5. These new wheel electronics will need to be programmed using the new tool when replaced or when depressurized (0 psi)…
Bulletin M360119 · Equipment, Electrical System, Wheels · Dec 2021OC3 SEAT OCCUPANCY MAT - LIMITED WARRANTY EXTENSION TO 10 YEARS/120,000 MILES: Component-Specific Limited Warranty Extension For the above-referenced vehicles, MINI USA, a division of BMW of North America, LLC (MINI USA) is extending the limited warranty for t…
Bulletin M011116 · Seats · Aug 2020Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the COOPER HARDTOP FWD. Model-year data, not specific to one car.