2013 MINI Cooper S Problems, Recalls & Reliability
Verdict
CautionComplaint Index
61/100
#8 most-complained of 19 Cooper S years
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
The 2013 MINI Cooper S has 24 owner complaints and 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA. Its Complaint Index is 61 out of 100 — #8 highest of 19 Cooper S model years (verdict: Caution). The most reported problem area is electrical system (10 complaints, 42% of the total). Complaints report 1 crash and 3 injuries.
- Complaints
- 24
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes / fires
- 1 / 0
- Injuries / deaths
- 3 / 0
- NHTSA overall rating
- Not rated
- EPA combined MPG
- 28
- 26 city / 32 hwy
Top 2013 MINI Cooper S problems
NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Electrical System10 (42%)
- Engine7 (29%)
- Airbags4 (17%)
- Other4 (17%)
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires2 (8%)
- Transmission & Powertrain2 (8%)
- Brakes1 (4%)
- Fuel System1 (4%)
- Structure & Body1 (4%)
2013 MINI Cooper S recalls
1 NHTSA recall campaign list this model year.
- NHTSA 23V337000May 11, 2023Electrical System97,933 vehicles
Electrical system
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2008-2014 MINI Clubman Cooper, Clubman Cooper S, Clubman John Cooper Works, and 2007-2013 MINI Hardtop 2-Door Cooper, Cooper S, and John Cooper Works vehicles sold, or ever registered, in Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Dakota, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, Washington D.C., and Wisconsin. The electronic control module in the driver's side footwell area may short-circuit, due to corrosion from water and road salt.
Risk: An electrical short-circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the sunroof drains, interior footwell area, and FRM and, depending upon the results of the inspection, certain components will be replaced. Owner notification letters were mailed May 13, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-866-825-1525.
2013 MINI Cooper S fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 26 MPG
- Highway
- 32 MPG
- Combined
- 28 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $2,850
- 15,000 mi/yr
- Fuel
- Premium
- Current regular gas
- $4.32/gal
- national avg.
EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.
2013 compared with other Cooper S years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2013 MINI Cooper S a reliable year?
- Judged by NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2013 MINI Cooper S ranks #8 of 19 among Cooper S model years (Complaint Index 61/100, verdict: Caution). It has 24 complaints and 1 recalls on file. This reflects reported safety-related problems, not an overall reliability rating.
- What are the most common problems with the 2013 MINI Cooper S?
- The most reported problem areas are electrical system (10 complaints), engine (7 complaints), and airbags (4 complaints). The median mileage at the time of failure in complaints that report it is 49,400 miles.
- Does the 2013 MINI Cooper S have any recalls?
- Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2013 MINI Cooper S, most recently reported 2023, covering electrical system.
- What is the fuel economy of the 2013 MINI Cooper S?
- EPA rates the 2013 MINI Cooper S at 28 MPG combined (26 city / 32 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $2,850. Where several configurations exist, the median is shown.