2020 Mini Cooper S
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2020 Mini Cooper S is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 28 on record.
2020 Mini Cooper S at a glance
Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.
2020 Mini Cooper S recalls 2
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020 X1 xDrive28i, X1 sDrive28i, X2 xDrive28i and X2 sDrive28i, 2020 MINI Clubman Cooper S All4, 2021 MINI Hardtop 2 Door (Cooper, Cooper S, John Cooper Works and Cooper S E) and MINI Hardtop 4 Door (Cooper and Cooper S) vehicles. Due to a problem with the rollover sensor within the air bag control unit, in the event of a rollover crash, the head air bag, seat bel…
Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air bag control unit, free of charge. The recall began July 17, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or MINI customer service at 1-866-825-1525.
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020 MINI Hardtop 2-Door Cooper, Cooper S, and JCW vehicles. The rear side trim panels may have been assembled without a crash pad. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 214, "Side Impact Protection."
Fix: MINI will notify owners, and MINI dealers will install crash pads, free of charge. The recall began October 11, 2019. Owners may contact MINI customer service at 1-866-825-1525.
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.
2020 Mini Cooper S common problems
The most-reported problem areas across all 5 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
2020 Mini Cooper S MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 8 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 2020 Mini Cooper S costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
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 68
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 68.
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 2024MINI 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 2023Upon opening and closing the tailgate, a creaking/groaning sound can be heard from tailgate actuator.
Bulletin M510123 · Structure · May 2023The buttons on the gear selector switch (GWS) do not work, or the function indicator lighting has failed.
Bulletin M610223 · Exterior Lighting, Electrical System · Mar 2023The 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 2023Oscillations in the electric drive can occur. As a result, the 12 V positive battery cable may rub against the battery box cover.
Bulletin M610123 · Electrical System · Mar 2023Ambient lighting changes color after the vehicle goes to sleep.
Bulletin M630122 · Electrical System, Exterior Lighting · Feb 2023During 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 2022Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the COOPER S. Model-year data, not specific to one car.
2020 Mini Cooper S vehicles on record
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