2022 Mini Cooper S problems, recalls, safety rating, MPG & value

Q: Does the 2022 Mini Cooper S have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2022 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 2022 Mini Cooper S get?

The 2022 Mini Cooper S has U.S. EPA estimates of 26–31 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (12 versions).

2022 Mini Cooper S at a glance

Safety recalls2

Owner complaints1

Combined26–31 mpg

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

2022 Mini Cooper S recalls 2

Electrical System:propulsion System:traction Battery Thermal:management:software NHTSA Campaign #24V612000 · NHTSA lists this under Cooper Se · 15/08/2024

BMW of North America, LLC. (BMW) is recalling certain 2020-2024 MINI Hardtop 2 Door (Cooper SE) vehicles. Faults may occur in the high voltage battery or high voltage system, resulting in a short circuit.

Fix: Owners are advised that if a warning message is displayed in the vehicle, to park the vehicle outside and away from structures until the remedy has been completed. Dealers will provide a software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 14, 2024. Owners may contact BMW…

Electrical System:propulsion System:traction Battery NHTSA Campaign #24V302000 · NHTSA lists this under Cooper Se · 29/04/2024

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020-2024 MINI Hardtop 2 Door (Cooper SE) vehicles. The high voltage battery housing may not have been sealed properly, allowing water to enter the battery.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and leak test the high voltage battery, and repair the battery as necessary, free of charge. Letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed June 28, 2024. Owner notification letters were mailed October 30, 2024. Owners may contact BMW 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.

2022 Mini Cooper S common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 1 owner complaint 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.

2022 Mini Cooper S MPG & running costs

Combined26–31 mpg

City25 mpg

Highway34 mpg

Est. annual fuel cost$2,950

EPA size classMidsize Cars

Transmission4 options

Electric range300 mi

Charge time (240V)2 hours

Forced inductionTurbocharged

Engine start-stopOn some versions

Passenger volume97 cu ft

Cargo volume18 cu ft

5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$2,417 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 12 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 2022 Mini Cooper S costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$14,750

Fuel only$14,750

Per mile$0.20

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 18

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 18.

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

Oscillations 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 2023

Lights.

Bulletin SIM630122 · Equipment · Feb 2023

Ambient lighting changes color after the vehicle goes to sleep.

Bulletin M630122 · Electrical System, Exterior Lighting · Feb 2023

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

2022 Mini Cooper S vehicles on record

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Other Mini Cooper S model years

2022 Mini Cooper S — frequently asked questions

Does the 2022 Mini Cooper S have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2022 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 2022 Mini Cooper S?

Across all 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are electrical system.

What gas mileage does the 2022 Mini Cooper S get?

The 2022 Mini Cooper S has U.S. EPA estimates of 26–31 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (12 versions).

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