Recalls ·2004 MINI Cooper S

2004 MINI Cooper S recalls and complaints

NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2004 MINI Cooper S; the most frequently affected component is steering — electric power assist system. Owners filed 529 complaints, most often about steering. Among the 7 model years of this model in the database, 2004 ranks #5 for number of recalls.

Recalls2
Complaints529
Fires reported1in stored complaints

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Recalls (2)

Steering — Electric power assist systemCampaign 15V660000 · 15 Oct 2015

Problem: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2002-2005 MINI Cooper and Cooper S vehicles and 2005 Cooper and Cooper S Convertible vehicles. The affected vehicles may experience temporary or permanent loss of the electro-hydraulic steering assistance.

Risk: If the vehicle experiences a loss of power steering assist, extra steering effort will be required at lower speeds, potentially increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

Remedy: MINI will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the electro-hydraulic power steering system, replacing the components and wiring, as necessary, free of charge. Interim notices were mailed to owners on December 10, 2015. Owners will receive a second notice when remedy parts become available. Owners may contact MINI customer service at 1-866-825-1525.

Tires — Pressure monitoring and regulating systemsCampaign 04V348000 · 12 Jul 2004

Problem: On certain passenger vehicles, the flat tire monitoring system has not been correctly programmed. In the event of a flat tire, an audible signal will not sound to alert the driver to a flat tire.

Risk: Due to the lack of an audible signal, the driver may not be aware of a flat tire, which could increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will reprogram the vehicle's software in order to actuate the flat tire monitoring system's audible signal. The recall began october 13, 2004. Owners should contact mini customer relations at 1-866-275-6464.

What owners complain about

Share of the 14 most recent complaints stored for this model year, by component. Owners can list more than one component.

Steering11 · 79%
Electrical system3 · 21%
Air bags3 · 21%
Electronic stability control (esc)2 · 14%
Engine2 · 14%

When complaints were filed

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From owner complaints

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 mini cooper s. The contact stated that there was a progressing condition in which the steering wheel made an abnormal noise and was difficult to turn left or right. The vehicle was included in nhtsa campaign number: 15v660000 (steering). The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The…

Steering · Dec 2015 · NHTSA complaint record

I experienced a sudden loss of power steering on my vehicle. Fortunately this did not result in a crash but it sure scared me. I am concerned about my safety driving this vehicle and may consider getting rid of it. I am disappointed in mini's unresponsiveness to this issue. *tr

Steering · Dec 2014 · NHTSA complaint record

When you turn wheel left or right it makes a noise and it's very hard to turn. So i think it's the steering: electric power assist system. Recall id # 240625.

Steering · Nov 2019 · NHTSA complaint record

The airbag light is on for the passenger side pressure mat but the dealership indicates there is no open recall on this particular car even though many cars with similar problem were recalled. Scan tool indicates passenger side pressure mat. The dealership indicated this model was outside of the recalled vins. We…

Air bags · Aug 2016 · NHTSA complaint record

How this year compares

Recalls per model year for this model.

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20093
20104
20113
20122
20131

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Source

Recall and complaint records from the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). A recall listed here may not apply to every vehicle of this model year — always check your VIN with NHTSA or a dealer.

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