2017 Mini cooper s problems, recalls, safety rating, MPG & value

Q: Does the 2017 Mini cooper s have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 2017 Mini cooper s. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

Q: What gas mileage does the 2017 Mini cooper s get?

The 2017 Mini cooper s has U.S. EPA estimates of 24–28 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (13 versions).

2017 Mini cooper s at a glance

Safety recalls3

Owner complaints4

Combined24–28 mpg

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2017 Mini cooper s recalls 3

Exterior Lighting:brake Lights NHTSA Campaign #17V222000 · 31/03/2017

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2016-2017 MINI Cooper Clubman, Cooper S Clubman and JCW Clubman vehicles. When the affected vehicles are braking and the turn signals are on, the inner, bumper-mounted, brake light will go out. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipme…

Fix: MINI will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the vehicle to correct the brake lighting, free of charge. The recall began May 22, 2017. Owners may contact MINI customer service at 1-866-825-1525.

Air Bags NHTSA Campaign #16V914000 · 20/12/2016

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2017 BMW 640i, 640i xDrive, 650i, 650i xDrive, M6, 535i, 535i xDrive, 430i, 430i xDrive, 440i, 440i xDrive, M4, X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i, i3, i8, Rolls-Royce Dawn, Mini Clubman Cooper, Clubman Cooper S, Cooper All4, Cooper S All4, Mini 4-Door Cooper, Cooper S, Mini 2-Door Cooper, Cooper S, John Cooper Works and 2016 BMW 528i, 528i xDrive, 535i, 535i x…

Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air bag modules, free of charge. The recall began February 6, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Seat Belts:front:retractor NHTSA Campaign #16V747000 · 17/10/2016

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i, MINI Hardtop 4 Door Cooper, Mini Hardtop 4 Door Cooper S, MINI Cooper Clubman, and Cooper S Clubman, 2017 Rolls-Royce Ghost, and 2016 528i vehicles. The vehicle-sensitive locking mechanism of the seat belt Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) for the driver's seat may not lock as designed. As such, these vehicles fail …

Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's seat belt assembly, free of charge. The recall began July 3, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

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.

2017 Mini cooper s common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Electrical System

Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.

Service Brakes

Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.

Forward Collision Avoidance

Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

Vehicle Speed Control

Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.

Engine

Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.

Air Bags

Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.

2017 Mini cooper s MPG & running costs

Combined24–28 mpg

City23 mpg

Highway32 mpg

Est. annual fuel cost$3,138

EPA size classMidsize Cars

Transmission3 options

Forced inductionTurbocharged

Engine start-stopOn some versions

Passenger volume97 cu ft

Cargo volume18 cu ft

5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$3,692 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 13 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2017 Mini cooper s costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$15,690

Fuel only$15,690

Per mile$0.21

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

Investigations & service bulletins

Manufacturer service bulletins 226

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 226.

During inspection and/or diagnosis there is noticeable dirt/grease buildup on the axles near the inner and/or outer CV boots.

Bulletin M310424 · Suspension · Mar 2024

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 d…

Bulletin M610607 · Electrical System · Oct 2023

?The panoramic roof sunblind does not close, or jams while closing.

Bulletin M540123 · Structure · Aug 2023

?BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop: REPLACE CHARGE AIR LINE.

Bulletin M110323 · Communication · Aug 2023

Upon opening and closing the tailgate, a creaking/groaning sound can be heard from tailgate actuator.

Bulletin M510123 · Structure · May 2023

The buttons on the gear selector switch (GWS) do not work, or the function indicator lighting has failed.

Bulletin M610223 · Exterior Lighting, Electrical System · Mar 2023

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 m…

Bulletin M840322 · Electrical System · Mar 2023

Ambient lighting changes color after the vehicle goes to sleep.

Bulletin M630122 · Electrical System, Exterior Lighting · Feb 2023

It is possible that the guide stem (aka rotational axis) on the wind deflector can break, upon removal and or during installation.

Bulletin M540122 · Structure · Nov 2022

During a vehicle inspection and/or while addressing a customer's concern, the engine stabilizer bar/link appears to be worn.

Bulletin M220122 · Engine And Engine Cooling · Nov 2022

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the COOPER S. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

2017 Mini cooper s trims & engines on record

Engines

2.0L 4-cyl 189 hp

2017 Mini cooper s vehicles on record

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2017 Mini cooper s — frequently asked questions

Does the 2017 Mini cooper s have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 2017 Mini cooper s. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What are the most common problems with the 2017 Mini cooper s?

Across all 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are electrical system, service brakes, forward collision avoidance.

What gas mileage does the 2017 Mini cooper s get?

The 2017 Mini cooper s has U.S. EPA estimates of 24–28 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (13 versions).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.