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This file gathers the known defects of the Mini Hatch III, written and sourced by the community. Anyone can read; a free account lets you contribute. A defect earns the seal once enough reputable contributors have validated it.
95 owners in the United States reported problems with the electrical system of this car to NHTSA (model years 2013–2023), typically at around 30,000 miles. Reported consequences: 3 crashes, 3 fires, 1 injury.
71 owners in the United States reported problems with the engine of this car to NHTSA (model years 2013–2023), typically at around 36,000 miles. Reported consequences: 5 crashes, 3 fires, 2 injuries.
43 owners in the United States reported problems with the airbags of this car to NHTSA (model years 2013–2022), typically at around 40,000 miles. Reported consequences: 17 crashes, 15 injuries.
The exhaust gas cleaning system may not meet the stricter legal requirements.
The high voltage battery may fail due to a manufacturing defect.
A cell module of the high-voltage battery may contain a damaged cell.
The ambient lighting color cannot be saved permanently after programming. The personalized color of the ambient lighting resets after the vehicle is turned off and/or has gone to sleep.
A Check Control message displays for Transmission oil service required (ID 2120). This warning can be triggered: From 60,000 miles (95,000 km) to 78,000 miles (125,000 km) After six years: The time interval of six years starts from the production date of the vehicle, not on the day of the first registration or the completion of the pre-delivery check (PDI). If the vehicle is driven more than approx. 1900 miles (3,000 km) after the first CCM, then a second message will be display for Transmission fault! (ID 368).
Turbocharger Return
Sources: NHTSA (United States, public domain), Transport Canada (Open Government Licence – Canada), DVSA (United Kingdom, Open Government Licence v3.0), RappelConso and EU Safety Gate (France, Licence Ouverte 2.0).