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2005 MINI Cooper Brakes Problems

Brakes complaints and recalls from NHTSA

Summary

The 2005 MINI Cooper has 4 NHTSA brakes complaints and 0 brakes-related recalls.

Problem Areas for the 2005 MINI Cooper

Steering
599
Airbags
120
Powertrain
41
Electrical
27
Engine
17
Structure
7
Suspension
7
Other
6
Brakes
4
Latches & Locks
4
Visibility
3

4

Complaints

0

Recalls

0

Injuries Reported

Data source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) · Last updated April 9, 2026

All Brakes Complaints

Date ↓ComponentSummary
Jan 5, 2016SERVICE BRAKESIN COLD WEATHER THE DRIVER SIDE PARKING BRAKE FREEZES/STICKS. ONE OF MANY EXAMPLES WAS THIS MORNING...
Aug 4, 2014SERVICE BRAKESPULLED2005 MINI COOPER S IN GARAGE, BRAKES WORKED FINE. NEXT DAY, BACKED CAR OUT THE GARAGE AND TH...
Mar 17, 2008SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,POWER TRAINTL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 MINI COOPER CONVERTIBLE S. THE CONTACT STATED THAT COOLANT BEGAN TO LEAK...
Jun 29, 2005PARKING BRAKEDT: CONSUMER'S WIFE PARKED THE CAR ON A SLIGHT INCLINE IN THE DRIVEWAY, ABOUT 3-5 MINUTES LATER, SH...

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